From Startup to Exit: An M&A banker’s guide

Are you a founder thinking about the long-term growth and exit strategy for your startup? Join us for an exclusive session with experienced M&A bankers, Gary and Michael, to understand the journey from early-stage startup to successful exit. Whether you’re preparing for your first raise or planning a strategic exit, this session will give you practical guidance, insider knowledge, and actionable steps to navigate the M&A landscape confidently. ​​Our hosts🎤 ​​​Anthony RoseCo-founder & CEO, SeedLegals ​​​Known as “The man behind BBC iPlayer”, Anthony Rose is a seasoned entrepreneur and the driving force behind SeedLegals, the platform powering a third of all early-stage SEIS/EIS funding rounds in the UK. ​​​With a background in internet video, P2P tech, and social platforms - plus a patent portfolio spanning content discovery and interactive TV - Anthony brings a rare mix of technical depth and commercial know-how to the startup world. Michael HakimManaging Director, Nfluence Partners Michael has 18+ years experience as an investment banker focused on growing SaaS companies. He has a wealth of knowledge regarding EdTech, Financial Services SaaS, GRC SaaS (with a minor in safety tech) and PropTech. Gary MoonManaging Partner, Nfluence Partners Gary Moon is the Managing Partner of Nfluence Partners. Nfluence was originally founded in 2011 as the Technology, Media & Telecom (TMT) group at Headwaters MB. Gary and his partners built Headwaters into a top 5 technology-focused boutique Investment Bank ranked by closed transactions. Over the past 12+ years, Gary and the Nfluence team have completed over 225 transactions. Gary focuses on both the institutional investor relationships at Nfluence as well as a focus on Mission Aligned companies, those with a purpose beyond profit as well as running the Mission Aligned Growth Salon Series, events that bring together entrepreneurs and investors to engage in strategic conversation on topics of interest in the Mission Aligned ecosystem. ​About SeedLegals ​​​​SeedLegals is your full-stack legal platform from incorporation to Series A and beyond. ​​​​Whether you're just starting out or gearing up for your next raise, SeedLegals is built to help founders move faster and smarter. Our tools make it simple to create and sign essential legal docs, close funding rounds, and reward your team – without burning time or cash on admin. There are over 50,000 startups on SeedLegals. ​​​​If you're looking to incorporate, convert your LLC to a C Corp, do a SAFE or a priced round, or manage your cap table, head over to SeedLegals, we're here to help you get there faster. About Nfluence Partners Nfluence Partners is a boutique Investment Bank focused on advising companies at the intersection of technology and the broader economy on Mergers & Acquisitions and Capital Formation transactions. Operating out of San Francisco and New York City, Nfluence Partners thoughtfully maximizes value and realizes optimal outcomes for entrepreneurs, investors, and sponsors located around the world.