Ciprian Stan is an M&A Integration Manager at SALESIANER Gruppe, overseeing operational alignment for the 100-year-old Austrian market leader across Europe. With a career spanning tech, banking, and facilities management, he specializes in bridging the gap between deal closure and long-term value retention. He focuses on "cultural fitness" and buyer-led frameworks to navigate the complexities of both corporate and mid-market integrations. Currently, he is a leading practitioner on the intersection of freelance M&A and institutional dealmaking.
Ciprian Stan of SALESIANER Gruppe explains why culture, trust, and execution must shape M&A strategy before a deal is signed.
Ciprian Stan, Integration Manager at SALESIANER Gruppe, tells us why seller-led M&A no longer works, and what top acquirers do differently after close.