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

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

I enjoy using my experience to help clients navigate the complex, ever-evolving financing landscape and execute on their strategic priorities by finding the optimal capital solution.

Xenia Sarri

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

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By linking my experience in Debt Advisory and M&A, 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

Milan

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

Aude Doyen

Managing Director

London

As a former entrepreneur, I have a keen sense of shareholders’ and managers’ stakes in M&A processes, which I use to build mutual trust, challenge ideas and be a partner committed to results.

Arnaud Dudognon

Managing Director

Paris

I enjoy the opportunity to provide clients with insightful and unbiased advice that will help them make the most informed decisions possible.

Ron Kahn

Managing Director

Chicago

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

Eugene Lee

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

Evolutions in the financing market require me to stay tuned in and continually refresh my understanding to repeatedly bring positive outcomes for clients.

Serge Palleau

Managing Director

Paris

I partner with entrepreneurs and managers with a hands-on and transparent approach at each key step of the process to help them achieve their strategic goals.

Ludovic Rodié

Managing Director

Paris

I enjoy using my experience to help clients navigate the complex, ever-evolving financing landscape and execute on their strategic priorities by finding the optimal capital solution.

Xenia Sarri

Managing Director

London

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