The Path to Exit
Learn what software and technology founders needs to know as they grow their business towards an eventual M&A transaction.
In this podcast, Mike Lyon from Vista Point Advisors chats with tech founders and the VPA team to address questions like:
- What is the process for selling a software or internet business?
- What drives the valuation of a SaaS business?
- What are my different transactions options?
- And more.
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About VPA
Vista Point Advisors is a founder-focused investment bank that advises software & internet founders through M&A and capital raise transactions. We are a fully unconflicted investment bank who only works for founders on the sell-side, so you know that we’re always representing your interests.
If you have any questions about the process of selling your business or raising capital, reach out to a member of our team. Or check out the For Founders section of our site by visiting https://vistapointadvisors.com/for-founders.
The Path to Exit
36 | 2026 Software M&A Outlook: Valuations, Buyers, and What’s Changed
Software founders planning to exit or raise capital in 2026 need a clear read on where M&A is heading after a volatile few years. In this episode, Vista Point Advisors Managing Directors Mike Lyon and Jeff Koons unpack the most important 2025 trends and what founders could expect in 2026. From buyer behaviors to changes in vertical SaaS valuations, they offer a view of the market dynamics that can help software founders better understand their exit timing, deal structure, and negotiating leverage.
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