Transaction strategy and execution

EY-Parthenon teams can support you with the development, evaluation and end-to-end execution of your transaction strategy. We deliver operational due diligence, deal management, functional support (e.g. IT, Finance) and value creation advice and support. We advise our clients early to navigate transaction risk and increase value, from deal inception, to execution, and then driving toward longer-term transformation.



What EY-Parthenon can do for you

EY-Parthenon teams can help business leaders and CEOs answer the following questions:

  • What is the role of M&A within your growth and portfolio strategy?
  • Have you performed the necessary due diligence to ensure you are making the best transaction decisions?
  • How can you achieve maximum value and reduce risks through transaction execution?
  • Are you prepared for the challenges of merger integration?

EY-Parthenon transaction strategy professionals have experience in the following areas:




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The team

Brian Salsberg

EY Global Buy and Integrate Leader

Passionate acquisition and merger integration leader and aficionado of all things deal-related. Global citizen. World traveler. Husband. Father of two.

New York, USA

Elizabeth Kaske

EY Americas Strategy and Transactions Buy & Integrate Leader

Focused on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and large-scale transformations. Mother, golfer, runner. Enjoys yoga, wakesurfing and global travel.

San Francisco, USA

Sonal Bhatia

Americas EY-Parthenon Transaction Strategy & Execution Leader

Passionate about helping clients achieve their full potential through rigorous execution of their growth, portfolio and M&A strategy. Ardent supporter of diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace.

Chicago, USA

Jeff Wray

Global EY-Parthenon Leader

Passionate leader focusing on large scale opportunities in retail and consumer products. Fascinated about how products get to market. Excited about the breadth and depth of knowledge within EY.

Philadelphia, USA

Jennifer Pitts

Ernst & Young LLP US Strategy and Transactions Principal

Strategic advisor, focused on complex transactions. Empowers people. Champions a culture of belonging. Drives transformational change. Wine enthusiast. World traveler. Teacher. Continual learner.

Chicago, USA

Melissa Glasser

EY-Parthenon Principal, Strategy and Transactions, Ernst & Young LLP

Helping clients strategically transform operating models. Passionate about people, especially mentorship. Traveled 75+ countries. Hiked to Everest base camp. Family first; three incredible nephews.

New York, USA

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