Reverse Deal Prep: Lessons from Broken Deals and Costly Mistakes

Most deal problems don’t start at closing — they start months earlier. This session takes a reverse-engineering approach to deal preparedness by examining real-world transactions that went wrong. Drawing on experiences from operators, investors, and advisors, panelists unpack common missteps in diligence, structure, communication, and execution — and translate those lessons into practical guidance for building stronger, more resilient deals.