Merrill DataSite Director to Discuss M&A Due Diligence, VDR Technology

(EMAILWIRE.COM, March 30, 2007 ) Princeton, NJ -- IncreMental Advantage today announced that Brian Gilbreath, Regional Director of Merrill DataSite for Merrill Corporation, is slated to moderate a panel on April 17th at IncreMental Advantage’s Mergers and Acquisitions Due Diligence Conference in San Francisco. Merrill DataSite is Merrill Corporation’s virtual data room solution eliminating the need for paper data rooms.In a recent interview with IncreMental Advantage, Gilbreath discussed virtual data rooms and emerging technology that is helping make M&A deals more efficient and thorough. Highlights from the interview and points of discussion during his moderation of the best practices for conducting due diligence panel include:• Determining criteria for M&A• Conducting maximum due diligence while maintaining confidentiality• Avoiding pitfalls throughout the M&A process• Attaining value from post-merger integration work• Why virtual data rooms are the better, faster, and cheaper method for conducting M&A activity“We are delighted to have had the opportunity to discuss M&A strategies with Mr. Gilbreath,” said David Wanetick, Managing Director of IncreMental Advantage.“We are certain that attendees of our upcoming Merger and Acquisition Conference will find his insights extremely useful.” About this Conference:Scheduled for April 17-18, 2007 in San Francisco, this conference presents a unique opportunity to listen to leading merger and acquisition professionals discuss best practices for managing, monetizing, and valuing the M&A process. Sessions include: Acquisition of Private Equity-Backed Companies; Best Practices for Conducting Due Diligence; The Role of Intellectual Property in Merger and Acquisition Decisions; Best Practices for Mitigating Legal Exposures; Legal Considerations for Structuring Corporate Combinations; Insurance Considerations; Equipment Leasing Due Diligence; Conducting Due Diligence into Acquiring Companies; Best Practices for Integration; What Corporate Acquirers Want; Labor and Employment Issues and Strategies in M&A Due Diligence; Negotiating Strategies; and, Best Practices for Executing M&A Deals with Chinese Companies.Further information about this conference is available at

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