Banking on Change: M&A Transforming the Financial Industry
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The financial sector is shifting from defensive survival to offensive expansion. With deal values rising by 17% and the return of the "megadeal," the landscape of banking and fintech is being permanently rewritten.
Join our Investment Night, part of the Investing Symposium 2026, for an evening of high-level insights into the macroeconomic drivers, the rise of private capital, and the persistent challenge of creating real value in M&A.
Our Expert Panel
- Gazi Kabaş: Professor of M&A at Tilburg University, specializing in the strategic necessity and "precision over volume" approach defining modern transactions.
- Martijn van de Wiel: Bringing 25+ years of M&A experience at EY, including extensive leadership in the Asian markets, to provide a global perspective on large-scale transformations.
- Arnaud Wala: Manager in Corporate Finance and M&A at BDO Belgium, offering expert views on European cross-border momentum and regulatory catalysts like CRR3.
- Marc Oerlemans: Investment Manager at IBS Private Markets Investments and the IBS Vantage Point Co-Investment Fund, providing deep-dive insights into the role of private equity and specialized capital in the M&A ecosystem.
- Moderator: Tsnatee Elisa: An experienced professional host who will guide the evening, ensuring a seamless flow and connecting our audience directly with the speakers for an interactive experience.
Don’t miss your chance to attend one of the most inspiring events of the year!🚀
🗓️Date and time: 16 April from 7 pm to 11 pm.
📍Location: Klasse Tilburg (Carré 16, 5017 JE Tilburg).
💵The participation fee is €5.
⏳Further details will be provided at a later date.