Live event participants can earn up to 1 CPE credit in the Specialized Knowledge field of study.
Program description: As dealmakers prepare for post-COVID-19 transaction activity, they are likely to face a myriad of issued impacting deals and diligence. Private equity firms accustomed to participating in healthy-company deals may need to realign their investment thesis and due diligence process considering current and near-term market conditions. Distressed investors familiar with the nuances and time sensitivity of distressed investments and special situations may be better positioned to efficiently diligence and close COVID-19 impacted businesses.
Program level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Current or past experience in private equity industry planning and/or implementation issues
Advanced Preparation: None
Topics to be discussed include:
- Why COVID-19 is a unique, special situation
- Distressed vs. healthy deals
- Special considerations when performing due diligence
- Restructuring options for distressed companies
- Identifying, negotiating, and closing distressed deals
Instructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Who Should Attend: Those in the private equity industry interested in learning more about key considerations for dealmakers and distressed investing.

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