What happens after the deal is signed, when growth gets real, and the chaos begins?Welcome to MentorEd, a podcast for leaders navigating growth, and all the complexity that comes with it. Co-hosted by Ed Roberto and Adel Hameed, this series brings you honest, unfiltered conversations for those building fast and thinking deep.In this minisode, Ed, an experienced founder and executive with multiple exits to the New York Stock Exchange, mentors Adel through the gritty realities of post-acquisition integration, where strategic vision collides with operational truth.Together, they unpack:- How to evaluate leadership quality in a company you're acquiring- Why culture clashes and unbalanced executive teams often kill M&A deals- What tools like CCAT and DISC can (and can’t) tell you about your future leadership team- How to handle situations where technical "keyholders" resist integration- The uncomfortable truth about who makes the cut, and who doesn’tIf you’re eyeing an acquisition, preparing for a merger, or navigating complex people dynamics in your scale-up, this episode delivers clarity grounded in experience.Got a question for Ed? Drop it in the comments or visit sausleadership.com.Subscribe and stay sharp, MentorEd is just getting started.Brought to you by A8 Strategy.
