Success lessons from 700 M&A deals

Harsh is joined by Samir Sheth, Partner & Head, Deal Advisory Services, BDO India. With deep experience across complex transactions and over 700 due diligence processes, Samir shares what it takes to navigate today’s high-stakes M&A landscape.

From untangling multi-brand carve-outs to building standalone financial models, he reflects on the intricate work that drives deal success. Samir also discusses how AI is reshaping the advisory toolkit, and why clarity, collaboration, and integrity matter more than ever.

Listen to Samir’s insights, including:

• Spotting the real “why” behind successful deals.
• Why the best advisors act like stand-in COOs.
• Preparing for negotiations with clear red lines.
• Knowing when to walk away from the wrong deal.
• Using AI for insight, while recognizing its limits.