To understand why Corum has sold, and still sells, more technology companies than anyone, it helps to learn some history. The company started in 1985, mentoring software firms using a proprietary Strategic Audit Process. The Audit surveyed users, distribution, staff and management utilizing the latest psychographic tools, correlating findings with best practices. Upon completion, we would make real-world recommendations were to management and investors, and then help with implementation.

The greatest needs typically revolved around money and marketing. Predictably, many of our clients needed a larger partner to fully commercialize their technology worldwide. Because of the trust built through that process, we were repeatedly asked for transaction counsel: timing, valuation, process – and who should they hire as an advisor.

We carefully surveyed the M&A advisory options available globally. As successful businessmen, technologists, strategists and business model experts, we were disappointed at what we found. So were our clients.