Growth Through Acquisition




Recent Growth Through Acquisition Articles

A Roadmap of Yahoo's (Potential) Acquisition Targets

Marissa Mayer made her first official acquisition last week with Stamped. She plans to continue the buying spree. Which start-ups are next?  Read more

Inside Geoloqi's Unusual (& Fascinating) Acquisition

There's nothing typical about founder Amber Case. And this isn't your typical M&A deal. Here's how it happened.  Read more

Dude, How Has Thrillist Grown So Fast? 

In 2010, Thrillist founders Ben Lerer and Adam Rich knew it was time to diversify revenue streams. Here's how they did it.  Watch video

Forget IPO. The New Goal? Get Acquired

Economists might explain the decline in IPOs through market conditions. The start-up and venture capital communities see it differently.  Read more

Apple Has Loads of Cash. Which Start-ups Might it Snatch Up?

Apple could make a huge acquisition. But entrepreneurs have an exit opportunity there, too. Here are some start-ups that may be on Apple's radar.  Read more

Acquisition or Partnership? How to Decide

If you're thinking about forming a partnership or acquiring another business, these questions will make it easier to decide which option is best.  Read more

Microsoft Acquires Yammer for $1.2 Billion

After meteoric user-growth and a fresh $85 million infusion of funding, the social network for business was just acquired by Microsoft.  Read more

Is M&A a Tactic or a Strategy?

Acquisitions are a means to achieve a goal, not the objective itself. It's important to understand that distinction as you're building your growth agenda.  Read more

Should You Buy One of Your Customers?

When a potential acquisition is also one of your customers, things can get complicated. Ask these questions to evaluate the costs and benefits.  Read more

Meet 3 Start-ups Behind Apple's New Maps

Inside Apple's strategy: How the company built its new maps feature by making a strategic partnership and spending hundreds of millions on acquisitions.  Read more