At BLOK Management, we are proud to actively participate in major events that shape and mold the M&A industry. We had the pleasure of being represented by our founder, Oliver Kolb, at the Dealsourcing Event in Oberursel. This event brought together some of the best minds in the industry to discuss various trend topics in the sector: Does the M&A advisory business need to get younger? The discussion at the DEALSOURCING2023 event provided valuable insights into the changing landscape of the M&A advisory business. We shared this stage with high-caliber experts such as Kai Hesselmann from DealCircle, Michael Drill from Lincoln International, Andreas Jäger from Heidrick & Struggles and moderator David Döbele from pumpkincareers. Together, we took a look at the future of M&A consulting and the changes that are shaping our industry. One of the key questions that came up was the relevance of traditional M&A advisory. Is it still relevant today? In a world characterized by digital transformation, new work principles, changing client requirements and the need to retain employees for the long term, M&A advisors need to be more flexible than ever. The discussion highlighted how the role of the M&A advisor has changed over the years and why adapting to change is crucial. It became clear that M&A advisors today need to be more than just deal makers, financiers and restructurers. They also need to be strategic advisors, technology experts and change managers. This illustrates the growing complexity and diverse requirements of this business area. The DEALSOURCING 2023 event not only offered opportunities for discussion, but also for intensive networking. Participants had the opportunity to share their experiences and make new contacts. There were also exciting workshops that highlighted innovative approaches and best practices. All in all, it was an inspiring event that gave us a preview of the future of M&A consulting. The industry may be changing, but it will continue to offer many exciting opportunities in the future. At BLOK Management, we are determined to actively shape these changes and find innovative ways to provide our clients with the best possible advice and expertise.