Webinar | Software Financings and the Rise of the Non-Bank Lending Market

Apr 2021

On Wednesday, April 14, 2021, Lincoln International hosted a webinar to discuss the latest trends in software financings. With a shift in the market towards non-bank lenders, software businesses that typically trade on revenue multiples are becoming increasingly financeable. Our experts from Lincoln’s Capital Advisory and Mergers & Acquisitions Groups, in both the U.S. and Europe, share insights, including:

Proprietary insights from Lincoln’s Valuations Group
M&A market overview and the trends in technology, media and telecom driving software acquisitions
Comparisons between the U.S. & European lending market – who are the main players?
Key characteristics of software businesses sought by lenders, drawing from recent case studies

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Summary

Lincoln International's Capital Advisory and Mergers & Acquisitions Groups, hosted a webinar to discuss the latest trends in software financings.
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Contributors

I deliver a hands-on approach to provide strategic advice to my clients throughout the transaction and beyond.

Chris Brooks

Managing Director & European Co-head of TMT

London

Communication and critical thinking are paramount to meeting the needs of my clients both today and in their future.

Richard Olson

Managing Director

London

Through a collaborative approach, I strive to be an extension of my clients' team, working hand-in-hand to achieve the best possible outcome based on the company’s long-term objectives.

Justin May

Managing Director

Chicago

Meet Professionals with Complementary Expertise

As a former lender, my intimate knowledge of the underwriting process is an invaluable asset in marketing, negotiating and documenting debt transactions for my clients, resulting in outlier financing solutions that exceed expectations.

Tim Blonn

Managing Director

Chicago

By linking my experience in debt advisory and mergers and acquisitions, I look forward to delivering flexible and innovative financing solutions to make an impact that matters with long-term target clients, as Lincoln does best.

Daniele Candiani

Managing Director & European Co-head of Capital Advisory

Milan

I power progress through strategic financial solutions, illuminating pathways for clients to navigate the dynamic energy transition landscape with resilience and profitability.

Carlos Candil

Managing Director

London

I build trust with clients by putting their interests first at all times.

Aude Doyen

Managing Director & European Co-head of Capital Advisory

London

I am an uncompromising, trusted and personally committed advocate for my clients and strive to find tailored solutions to complicated problems.

Sherman Guillema

Managing Director

Dallas

I am deeply enthusiastic about understanding how technological innovations by disruptive software companies are redefining industries and propelling their eco-system into the digital frontier.

Lalit Kasat

Managing Director

London

I work collaboratively with clients to provide strategic advisory services that helps them navigate complex situations.

Eugene Lee

Managing Director

New York

I seek to support my clients with insight and perspective as the evolving landscape in financing markets grows to become more complex with bespoke solutions that meet their strategic objectives.

Neil Maini

Managing Director

New York

The opportunity to advise accomplished business professionals and be part of their growth story and value creation is what keeps me inspired to work in this industry

Gaurav Marathe

Managing Director | CEO India

Mumbai

I take an active role in every stage of the transaction process in order to achieve the goals of my clients.

Iván Marina

Managing Director | CEO Spain

Madrid

Through a collaborative approach, I strive to be an extension of my clients' team, working hand-in-hand to achieve the best possible outcome based on the company’s long-term objectives.

Justin May

Managing Director

Chicago

I appreciate the specialized aspects of my work and the opportunity to evaluate unique situations from the perspective of all interested parties in order to develop successful comprehensive solutions.

Brendan Murphy

Managing Director

Chicago

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