“This timely book makes the case for the important role that M&A plays in fostering profitable growth in these turbulent times. It is chock-full of lessons about why and how companies pursue successful M&A strategies and shows how M&A permits renewal and adaptation to uncertain conditions. It is a must read for anyone involved in corporate development and, especially, for CEOs seeking ways to adapt and prosper in the present challenging economic environment.”
—Enrique R. Arzac, professor of finance and economics, Columbia Business School

“I agree entirely with the central thesis of Merge Ahead: that companies need to think of acquisitions, alliances, and organic growth as coherent synergistic moves rather than isolated oneoff activities. The authors also do a wonderful job of laying out the major developments that are reshaping the global competitive landscape and that will keep mergers and acquisitions as core to the agenda of most companies. I enjoyed reading the book and benefited from it. It is a must read for anybody who wants to understand how the ongoing developments in the global economy will reshape the future of M&A activity.”
—Anil K. Gupta, Ralph J. Tyser Professor of Strategy and Organization, Smith Business School, The University of Maryland and author of Getting China and India Right

“In a very accessible way, Justin and Gerald provide practical and thoughtful ways to advance the art and science of mergers and acquisitions.”
—Charles Simmons, vice president, corporate development, Bristol-Myers Squibb Company

“The road ahead has never been less well marked, making success all the more rewarding for those who navigate well. Merge Ahead will keep you pointed in the right direction. Read this book and you won’t forget where you are going or why you are going there.”
—Lee Kaplan, senior vice president and chief administrative officer, Enterprise Rent-a-Car Company

“Merge Ahead provides a compelling and lucid case for “merganic growth”—integrated make, buy, and borrow capabilities— essential to companies that aspire to sustained, profitable growth in today’s ultra-challenging world.”
—M. Carl Johnson, III, senior vice president and chief strategy officer, Campbell’s Soup Company

“Pettit and Adolph clearly understand that M&A, like any corporate investment, must be designed and executed to add value for shareholders. Merge Ahead shows how M&A can deliver such returns.”
—Don Chew, editor, Journal of Applied Corporate Finance, Morgan Stanley

“Merge Ahead is an insightful look at the trends driving M&A strategy and practice and a reminder that successful M&A is an important tool to add to an organic growth strategy. In a time when getting M&A right is more important than ever, Adolph and Pettit clearly explain how to raise your game.”
—Andrew Bonfield, chief financial officer, Cadbury plc