Webinar | Investing in Europe: Q&A on Executing and Financing Deals Post-Pandemic – Part I
Oct 2020
Lincoln International hosted a virtual panel on October 22, 2020 to discuss considerations and opportunities for investors and businesses alike in the new deal landscape. Professionals from the firm’s European Debt Advisory and M&A teams delve into themes, including lenders & financing, key M&A markets and sector trends, as well as changes to deal structure in a post-pandemic environment.
Lincoln is joined by Adrian Balcombe, Managing Director at Alvarez and Marsal for this webinar.
Discussion topics include:
Post-pandemic trends in lending & financing
- Specific sector focus
- Preparing for a potential GDP-led recession
- Trends & tips in financing post-COVID
Looking ahead – opportunities for M&A
- Convergence of tech into other sectors (i.e. healthcare, industrials and business services) to create opportunity through digital transformation
– How will PE funds look to deploy capital?
– Industry 4.0 / financial technology / unified communications - Sustainable investing
- Will there be key focus markets for investors in Europe?
Successfully executing M&A deals – adjustments & KPI’s
- How to navigate new levels of valuations in healthcare, technology & e-commerce
– Structural elements (earn-outs and vendor loans)
– Will different transaction structures impact activity?
– Finance providers flexing their structures to meet the M&A requirements (earn-out facilities / DDTL possibly bringing recurring revenue financing, etc.) - Re-energising processes previously on hold
– Industry 4.0 / financial technology / unified communications
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Summary
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Lincoln International discusses M&A and financing trends across geographies and industries in Europe.
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Contributors

I build trust with clients by putting their interests first at all times.
Aude Doyen
Managing Director
London
Building long-term relationships is key for me personally – I want to be the advisor of trust for my clients.
Dr. Michael Drill
Managing Director | CEO Germany | Chairman of the Management Board
Frankfurt
We like to see our assignments with clients as true partnerships based on trust and alignment. Clients enjoy our transparent, no-nonsense approach and this leads to long lasting relationships.
Eric Wijs
Managing Director | Head of Benelux | Management Board Member
AmsterdamMeet our Senior Team in Europe

I focus on creating value and establishing long-term relationships with my clients.
Björn Åkerlund
Managing Director
Stockholm
I am enthusiastic about creating sustainable growth and the highest value for our clients, and strive to leave a positive footprint beyond any successful M&A transaction.
Friedrich Bieselt
Managing Director | Management Board Member
Frankfurt
I enjoy leading clients and realizing their objectives, while structuring solutions to issues that are both intriguing and challenging.
Øyvind Bjordal
Managing Director | Head of Switzerland
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