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Invite only meeting for ACG’s Global Board of Directors.

Registration/badge pick-up will be located on the second level of the West Convention Center of the ARIA Resort & Casino near the business center.

The DealMAX® Lounge is the center of the action at DealMAX®. With open tables for meetings and networking, sponsor booths, education, demo sessions – the Lounge is your home base for the event. You’ll also find meals, snacks, and beverages available throughout the day.

Located in the DealMAX® Lounge, fuel up for the day ahead with a full breakfast. Grab a seat at one of the open tables and network with fellow DealMAX® attendees.

This invitation-only forum allows Strategic Acquirers to engage in candid conversations in a peer environment. From sharing deal origination strategies to improving all aspects of the deal process, sessions are geared to setting Strategic Acquirers up for success in an increasingly competitive deal market. Attendees must be pre-approved. View the agenda.

Since its beginnings, private equity firms have offered ownership rights to management teams as an incentive to drive growth. The model is changing. Today, an increasing number of private equity firms are offering ownership stakes to non-management employees in hopes of creating a stronger alignment to drive value creation. Join this session to hear from private equity firms and portfolio companies how offering widespread ownership is changing the private equity game.

Speakers

• Marc Jourlait, Operating Partner, Riverside Value Fund, The Riverside Company
• Chris Linthwaite, CEO, SCRAM

This invite only meeting brings together ACG Chapter Staff for strategic planning and roundtables.

Another private equity firm seems to launch every day. And, if you look at their websites and hear their pitches, they all sound pretty much the same (sorry, it’s true). So, how can you differentiate yourself in a hyper-competitive market where investors, entrepreneurs, and sellers have more choices than ever? Come listen to the Private Equity Funcast hosts, Devin Mathews and Jim Milbery, as they break down their thoughts on how they created a unique brand with ParkerGale Capital that is deliberate, authentic, different, a little irreverent, and totally compliant with industry regulations. You don’t want to miss this because, as with all things PE Funcast-related, Devin and Jim will let it rip and share what is really on their minds.

Speakers

• Devin Mathews, Partner, ParkerGale Capital
• Paul Stansik General Partner, ParkerGale Capital

The invite only Chairman’s Reception brings together ACG leaders from the Board of Directors, ACG Global and Chapters. Invitees can stop by for a quick drink or bite before heading upstairs to the opening party.

The ultimate place for organic networking – all are invited to join the fun at the DealMAX® opening party. Unwind after a productive day of one-on-one meetings, content sessions and networking. Grab a drink, a bite and enjoy the entertainment.

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Runners, joggers and walkers are all welcome to join in DealMAX’s Run Club! No need to sign up prior to running, just arrive at the designated start location at 6:00AM.

Registration/badge pick-up will be located on the second level of the West Convention Center of the ARIA Resort & Casino near the business center.

The Lounge is the center of the action at DealMAX®. With open tables for meetings and networking, sponsor booths, education, demo sessions – the Lounge is your home base for the event. You’ll also find meals, snacks, and beverages available throughout the day.

Located in the DealMAX® Lounge, fuel up for the day ahead with a full breakfast. Grab a seat at one of the open tables and network with fellow DealMAX® attendees.

This invitation-only DealMAX® workshop will welcome Single Family Office and select PE investors to discuss middle market co-investment opportunities in an intimate and informal breakfast setting.

Join investment strategists Brian Belski and Dan Greenhaus to learn what President Trump’s policies from immigration reform to trade and tariffs could mean for M&A activity, portfolio companies and the overall economy over the next four years. You will not want to miss this fun, interactive session as Brian and Dan hash it out.

Speakers

• Brian Belski, Chief Investment Strategist, Bank of Montreal
• Dan Greenhaus, Chief Economist and Strategist, Solus Alternative Asset Management

PE firms typically operate on a relatively predictable cycle: acquire, optimize, and exit within 3-5 years. This timeline is often driven by fund lifecycle constraints, portfolio maturity, and LP cash return expectations. However, in today’s challenging exit environment, GPs face a tough choice. Should they hold onto an outperforming asset? In this session our experts will discuss how and why private equity firms are increasingly looking to continuation funds, secondary funds and NAV loans to achieve the best return outcomes possible.

Speakers

• Frister Haveman, CEO and Co-Founder, Gain.pro

In a dynamic conversation with DealMAX Committee Chair Tony Hill, Mr. Adamolekun will share his vision for transforming Red Lobster following its post-bankruptcy restructuring. He’ll also discuss his strategy for driving growth among younger customers while ensuring the loyalty of the brand’s long-time patrons.

Speakers

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Located in the DealMAX® Lounge, grab and go lunch will keep you powered for an afternoon of networking and deal meetings. Grab a seat at one of the open tables and network with fellow DealMAX® attendees.

What’s in store for the rest of 2025? Join a stellar team of experts, including GF Data’s own Bob Dunn, as they take us through a market update and talk about the trends that are emerging in 2025 and beyond. The panel will discuss the macroeconomic environment, M&A activity, hiring trends and more. You will not want to miss this informational session that will give you the tools needed to transact in today’s ever-changing environment.

Speaker:

• Bob Dunn, Managing Director, GF Data

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This invite only meeting brings together ACG Chapter Staff for strategic planning and roundtables.

AI technologies are transforming whole industries and companies alike, but financial services firms are still feeling out how to put the transformative technology to use. Hear from the experts what the advantages and pitfalls are of using AI technologies, why adoption has been slow, but why not learning how to use AI will put your firm at a disadvantage.

Speakers

• Gavin Slader, head of investment banking, Citizens JMP
• Richard Lichtenstein, Chief Private Equity Data Officer, Bain & Co.
• Vimal Pattini, Vice President, European Product Strategist, FactSet

Wrap up another productive day of one-on-one meetings, content sessions and networking with a drink at the DealMAX® Bar. Located in the DealMAX® Lounge, toast to a successful event with your colleagues and new connections.

Hosted by the DealMAX® Women’s Committee, this program and reception is open to all attendees and will focus on a key issue facing middle-market professionals.

Runners, joggers and walkers are all welcome to join in DealMAX’s Run Club! No need to sign up prior to running, just arrive at the designated start location at 6:00AM.

Registration/badge pick-up will be located on the second level of the West Convention Center of the ARIA Resort & Casino near the business center.

Located in the DealMAX® Lounge, fuel up for the day ahead with a full breakfast. Grab a seat at one of the open tables and network with fellow DealMAX® attendees.

The Lounge is the center of the action at DealMAX®. With open tables for meetings and networking, sponsor booths, education, demo sessions – the Lounge is your home base for the event. You’ll also find meals, snacks, and beverages available throughout the day.

During this time, all exhibitor materials must be packed/prepared for shipment and removed from the show floor.