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Build-to-Buy and Option Structures
M&A is inherently risky, but the rewards of a successful deal can exponentially grow a company overnight. There are many things to consider before closing a transaction, and big companies are finding new deal structures to minimize risks when doing acquisitions. In this episode, Finn Haley, SVP of Corporate Development at Edwards Lifesciences, discusses the build-to-buy option structure they use in the healthcare industry.
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Finn Haley, SVP, Corporate Development at Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE:EW)

M&A is inherently risky, but the rewards of a successful deal can exponentially grow a company overnight. There are many things to consider before closing a transaction, and big companies are finding new deal structures to minimize risks when doing acquisitions.

In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, Finn Haley, SVP of Corporate Development at Edwards Lifesciences, discusses strategic M&A, particularly the build-to-buy option structure they use in the healthcare industry.

Things you will learn:

  • Build-to-buy option structure
  • Drivers of the build-to-buy option structure
  • Risks of the build-to-buy option structure
  • Why deals don’t push through
  • Approaching a company for the buy to build option structure

Finn Haley

Finn Haley is the Senior Vice President of Corporate Development at Edwards Lifesciences, where he leads the execution of acquisitions, divestitures, venture capital investments, and strategic partnerships. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare and medtech, Finn has been instrumental in driving inorganic growth and integrating acquisitions. Prior to joining Edwards in 2020, he spent nearly 14 years at 3M in various corporate development and business strategy roles, focusing on healthcare. Finn's career began in investment banking, with significant stints at Piper Jaffray and Duff & Phelps, contributing to over 60 successful deals.

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