Signal

April 22, 2025

Dealmakers, Is Your Tech Stack Built to Win?

Learn about 5 components every firm's tech stack needs to succeed

April 15, 2025

Signal Formula: How to Originate M&A Deals in Niche Sectors

Explore how private equity firms originate M&A deals in niche, high-growth sectors using specialized data and technology.

Signal Formula

April 22, 2025

The Stats Are in: How AI Is Changing Corporate Development in 2025

Discover how AI is transforming corporate development in 2025, with insights from a Transaction Advisors Institute survey of US dealmakers.

Corporate Development

April 15, 2025

Signal Formula: How Do Private Equity Firms Find Deals at Industry Conferences?

Learn how top dealmakers use data and technology to identify and engage with the best opportunities at industry conferences and trade shows.

Signal Formula

April 8, 2025

Top Healthcare Sector Trends in 2025

Explore the top healthcare sector trends in 2025 and discover promising sub-sectors for investment amidst a fragmented industry landscape.

Industry

April 7, 2025

Growth or Churn? How to Make Sure Customer Experience Doesn’t Undo Your Acquisition

Discover how to prevent customer experience issues from undermining your strategic acquisitions and ensure sustained growth and reduced churn.

Industry

April 2, 2025

Demo Video: Sourcing 24/7 with AI and Automation

Discover how Sourcescrub's automation tools keep deal pipelines flowing in 2025 with saved searches, custom scoring models, and timely notifications.

Sourcing and Origination

March 31, 2025

How to Craft the Perfect Deal Origination Email for Private Equity Professionals

Discover expert tips for crafting effective deal origination emails that capture attention and build relationships in the competitive world of private equity.

Private Equity

March 25, 2025

Inside the Source: What Founders Want

In this episode of the 'Inside the Source' series, veteran CEO John "Stoney" Stanfill shares insights on the importance of partnership, scaling challenges, and transparency in investor-founder relationships, emphasizing the value of genuine connections and complementary skills.

Inside the Source

March 25, 2025

Signal Formula: How to Originate Deals with High-Growth Private Companies

Discover the essential strategies top dealmakers use to identify, engage, and win high-growth private company opportunities, with a step-by-step guide to building targeted investment lists from our "Signal Formula" series.

Signal Formula

March 21, 2025

Still Dabbling In Direct Sourcing? It’s Time to Stop

Discover why middle-market PE firms must stop dabbling in direct sourcing and instead double down on refined theses and strategic business development, in this insightful piece by Prescott Nasser.

Industry

March 7, 2025

The Dealmakers' Guide to AI-Powered Outreach: Tips to Templates

Check out these outreach templates created using SourcingGPT and some helpful tips for using genAI in your workflows.

Technology

March 5, 2025

Inside the Source: Differentiation When Raising the Next Fund

Discover how Sean Kelly of Insignia Capital Group leverages data and technology to stand out to LPs and investors in a competitive market in this ten-year-anniversary edition of Inside the Source.

Inside the Source

March 4, 2025

Webinar Recap: Strategies to Maximize Exit Valuations in 2025

Discover expert strategies for maximizing exit valuations in 2025 from top dealmakers in our webinar recap, featuring insights on navigating the current market landscape.

Industry

February 25, 2025

Synacti Originates Its First-Ever Completed Acquisition Using Sourcescrub

Discover how Synacti Partners leveraged Sourcescrub to double their sourcing efficiency and achieve significant cost savings in their first acquisition.

Private Equity

February 13, 2025

Another Win for Sourcescrub as Best Deal Origination Technology — This Time in Europe

Sourcescrub LLC, a top deal-sourcing platform, wins the 2025 Private Equity Wire European Award for Best Deal Origination Technology.

Sourcescrub News

January 29, 2025

A Guide to Private Equity Transactions: Types & Examples

Explore the different types of private equity deals and transactions to understand various deal structures.

Private Equity

January 29, 2025

Celebrating Ten Years of Sourcescrub: A Look Back and Ahead With Our Co-founders

Sourcescrub co-founders Tyler Fair and Prescott Nasser reflect on a decade of growth and share insights into the future.

Sourcescrub News

January 8, 2025

Inside the Source: Measuring and Optimizing Your Deal Pipeline

Learn how firms can improve pipeline management by breaking it into granular stages to identify bottlenecks and refine strategies in our Inside the Source episode with Dan Herr, Deal Sourcing Engineer.

Inside the Source

December 19, 2024

A Guide to Investment Banking Deals and Deal Flow

Discover the unique aspects of the investment banking deal flow process, its steps, challenges, and tips for smoother transactions in this comprehensive guide.

Investment Banking

December 13, 2024

Webinar Recap: Top Deal Origination Tips and Hacks for 2025

Learn deal origination tips and hacks for 2025 from leading private equity experts in our webinar, featuring insights on AI, niche sectors, and relationship-building.

Industry

December 11, 2024

Frog Capital Increases Deal Flow by 50% with Sourcescrub

Discover how Frog Capital achieved a 50% increase in deal flow and doubled their directly sourced pipeline contribution using Sourcescrub's data-driven platform.

Venture Capital

December 11, 2024

How to Succeed With Private Equity Direct Sourcing: Examples, Challenges, and Strategies

Discover powerful strategies and examples for succeeding with private equity direct sourcing amidst evolving M&A industry challenges.

Private Equity

December 4, 2024

Paving the Way for AI in Dealmaking

See how SourcingGPT gives dealmakers a secure and reliable AI-powered tool that helps them find and connect with targets faster.

Technology

November 27, 2024

Exploring Private Company Data: Providers and Tips for Dealmakers

Explore the importance of private company data in M&A transactions and discover top providers and tips for dealmakers.

Technology

November 26, 2024

Inside the Source: Getting More Out of Conferences and Trade Shows

Discover unique conference strategies and event tips in our latest Inside the Source episode with BW Forsyth Partners’ VP of Business Development.

Inside the Source

November 21, 2024

Inside the Source: The Current State of Deal Sourcing

Discover how Jordan Margolin and his team at VSS navigate the competitive dealmaking landscape with proactive business development, data-driven decisions, and AI-enhanced strategies in the latest installment of Inside the Source.

Inside the Source

November 12, 2024

How Do Private Equity Firms Find Companies To Buy?

Discover why and how private equity firms find companies to buy.

Private Equity

November 8, 2024

How Do Middle-Market PE Firms Source Deals?

Discover why middle-market private equity firms, with enterprise values between $50 and $500 million, drive a significant portion of the M&A market and how they source deals.

Private Equity

November 5, 2024

What Is a Deal Sourcing Platform?

Learn how deal sourcing platforms are transforming the M&A landscape by enabling firms to discover and capitalize on lucrative opportunities efficiently.

Technology

November 5, 2024

Maximizing the ROI of Your Conference Strategy: Your 4-Step Action Plan

Learn how to maximize deal flow from trade shows with a 4-step event strategy

Industry

October 22, 2024

Get more deals from every event with the only complete Conference Planning solution built for dealmakers

Discover how leveraging data and technology with Sourcescrub’s Conference Planning solution can transform conference and trade show planning, ensuring dealmakers maximize their sourcing tactics and attend the most valuable events.

Sourcescrub News

October 9, 2024

Sourcescrub Wins Best Deal Origination Award…Again!

Private Equity Wire’s US Awards selects Sourcescrub for best deal origination solution of the year.

Sourcescrub News

September 23, 2024

How to Source the Best Deals in Private Equity: Tips and Strategies

Discover the crucial role of deal sourcing in private equity, and learn effective strategies to streamline and enhance your deal sourcing process.

Private Equity

September 17, 2024

Private Equity Business Development in M&A

Discover how private equity firms can leverage business development strategies from the tech industry to enhance deal flow and stay ahead in niche markets.

Private Equity

September 6, 2024

Inside the Source: Building the Ultimate Tech Stack

Discover insights from Michael Gray, Origination Director at Growth Capital Partners, on optimizing tech stacks in private equity in the first installment of the Inside the Source series.

Inside the Source

September 4, 2024

Top M&A Deal Sourcing Strategies

Learn more about the deal origination process and deal sourcing strategies.

Sourcing and Origination

August 21, 2024

Dealmakers, Have You Mastered These 5 Fundamental Jobs?

Discover how dealmakers can rise above market uncertainty and GenAI hype by mastering five fundamental jobs with the latest data and technology.

Private Equity

June 13, 2024

GCP Enhances Research Capabilities in New Markets with Sourcescrub

Discover how GCP increased lead generation by 50% and cut research time by over 200% in our latest case study.

Private Equity

June 10, 2024

The Truth About GenAI in Dealmaking

Explore how dealmakers in private equity, investment banking, and corporate development are leveraging generative AI tools like ChatGPT, with insights from our survey of 81 industry professionals.

Technology

June 4, 2024

Sector Investing Series: The Top Companies and Trends in the Energy Infrastructure Industry

Explore the latest trends and discover the fastest-growing private energy infrastructure companies.

Industry

May 24, 2024

Overview of Roles at a Private Equity Firm

Click to learn more about the roles at PE firms and get the inside scoop on inte

Private Equity

May 13, 2024

How to Write an Investment Thesis in Private Equity

Learn how to write an investment thesis to guide your direct deal sourcing

Private Equity

May 7, 2024

Leading Buyout Firm Generates More Leads with Sourcescrub

Discover how this leading buyout firm streamlined conference planning and boosted meeting bookings by 20% with Sourcescrub, resulting in a 50% increase in conference planning efficiency and substantial growth in proprietary trade show-driven opportunities.

Private Equity

May 3, 2024

The Venture Capital Funding Process

The VC funding process can be illustrated as a funnel as deals flow

Venture Capital

April 29, 2024

Guide to Buy-Side vs. Sell-Side in M&A

Understanding the varying roles of buy side versus sell side M&A is crucial.

Industry

April 24, 2024

Tips to Lead the Next Generation of Dealmakers

Uncover exclusive advice from industry experts on how to break into and excel in private equity and investment banking.

Private Equity

April 19, 2024

A Guide to Venture Capital Deal Flow

Get answers about deal sourcing in venture capital and improving VC deal flow.

Venture Capital

April 12, 2024

B. Woods & Co. Closes 3x More Deals Annually with Sourcescrub

Discover how investment bank B. Woods & Co. accelerated deal closures with Sourcescrub's AI and private company growth signals, achieving remarkable efficiency gains and a 3x increase in annual deals closed.

Investment Banking

April 11, 2024

7 Benefits of Add-on Acquisitions and How to Find Them

Learn the right terms, benefits, and strategies to master add-on acquisitions!

Sourcing and Origination

April 5, 2024

A Guide to the Different Types of Valuation Models for Private Companies

Learn about the different types of valuation methods used for private companies.

Industry

March 28, 2024

Proprietary Deal Flow: What It Is And How To Generate It

Proprietary Deal Flow: What it Is and How to Generate it

Sourcing and Origination

March 22, 2024

Deal Sourcing Strategies for Private Equity Firms

Learn deal sourcing best practices from new school private equity firms.

Sourcing and Origination

March 13, 2024

Sourcescrub Wins Best Deal Origination Award

Private Equity Wire’s US Emerging Manager Awards selects Sourcescrub for best deal-sourcing platform.

Sourcescrub News

March 13, 2024

The Fastest-Growing Private Companies in North America from 2023

Discover the trends and top 10 fastest-growing private companies in North America from 2023, presented with insightful analysis.

Industry

March 7, 2024

How to Find Public Records on a Business

We cover effective methods for researching companies and uncovering vital information, providing valuable insights to gain a competitive edge in the dynamic realm of private equity.

Technology

March 6, 2024

Mosaic Theory: Translating a 5,000-Year-Old Art Form into a Modern Dealmaking Strategy

Explore the value of sources-first data in dealmaking, understanding its mosaic-like nature and pivotal role in shaping strategic decisions for success in today's competitive landscape.

Sourcing and Origination

March 5, 2024

PE Fund Structure Explained

Learn how private equity funds are structured: PE funds explained.

Private Equity

March 1, 2024

Disruptive Deal Sourcing: How to Evaluate the Impact of Generative AI on Acquisition Targets

Learn how to apply the WINS framework to measure the impact and potential of implementing GenAI in specific industries.

Sourcing and Origination

February 28, 2024

Dealmakers, Is Your Data and Technology Usage on the Right Path?

Our infographic explores the latest innovations and strategies to help dealmakers seize the opportunity to propel their firm ahead of the competition.

Technology

February 27, 2024

How to Find Private Company Revenue Information

Curious about how to find private company revenue information? Here are the best practices!

Sourcing and Origination

February 26, 2024

How to Choose the Best Deal Sourcing Platform (Plus, Top Choices)

Learn about the benefits and how to choose the right deal sourcing platform for your firm.

Technology

February 7, 2024

How Dealmakers Can Unlock the Real Value of Artificial Intelligence

Our blog post dives into how dealmakers can unlock the real value of AI and use it to get ahead.

Technology

January 31, 2024

3 Dealmaking Strategies for Success in 2024

Our blog post covers the top 3 strategies for dealmaking success in 2024 from your peers during a recent webinar.

Industry

January 30, 2024

How to Find Private Company Information with Databases & Big Data

Our blog post covers how to find information on private companies and source more of the right investment opportunities efficiently for your firm.

Sourcing and Origination

January 29, 2024

VSS Uses Sourcescrub to Get Granular and Accelerate Data-Driven Deal Sourcing by 150%

Discover how VSS Capital Partners accelerated their deal sourcing by 150% and doubled their proprietary deal flow using Sourcescrub’s private company intelligence platform.

Private Equity

January 23, 2024

Investment Banking Technology Trends for 2024

5 technology & investment banking trends to watch in 2024

Industry

January 5, 2024

How Dealmakers Use Deal Origination Platforms

Learn how dealmakers use deal origination platforms to streamline M&A processes, from market research and deal sourcing to personalized outreach and conference planning, boosting efficiency and deal success.

Technology

January 4, 2024

The Top Failed Mergers & Acquisitions in History

Explore history's most notorious failed mergers and acquisitions and uncover the lessons learned from these high-stakes corporate missteps.

Industry

December 11, 2023

The Top Deal Flow Management Tools Every Firm Should Have

Explore the different types of deal flow management tools and find one that will help you and your firm.

Technology

December 7, 2023

Sector Investor Series: Food and Beverage Trends and Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Dive into the industry trends and fastest-growing private companies in the food and beverage sector.

Industry

November 17, 2023

The Importance of Investing in Diversity

Dive into the current state of diversity in private equity, why it is important in business and firms, and the specific benefits of diversity investing.

Industry

November 15, 2023

Sector Investing Series: Fastest-Growing Private Manufacturing Companies

Check out the latest trends affecting the manufacturing industry, followed by the fastest-growing private manufacturing companies.

Industry

November 1, 2023

Dealmakers, Read Between the Lines with Data Signals

We break down the five different types of data signals and show how dealmakers can use them to never miss a deal.

Industry

October 31, 2023

Unraveling the Secrets of Proprietary Dealmaking

In a recent webinar featuring Martin Pomeroy, Chief Product Officer of Filament Syfter, and Josh Giglio, VP of Product at Sourcescrub, dealmakers discovered the secrets to creating unique, proprietary solutions.

Technology

October 25, 2023

NES Fircroft Increases International Deal Flow by 150% by Working with Sourcescrub

See how NES Fircroft leveraged Sourcescrub to boost their international deal flow by 150%.

Corporate Development

October 24, 2023

5 Attributes of Data Quality for Private Equity Firms to Measure

Dive into what's missing from dealmakers' data toolkits, including the five key attributes of data quality they should measure and tips for realizing the benefits of good data.

Private Equity

October 11, 2023

Sector Investing Series: Fastest-Growing Private E-learning Companies

Check out the latest trends affecting the e-learning industry, followed by the top 50 fastest growing private e-learning companies.

Industry

September 26, 2023

The Potential and Pitfalls of AI in Private Equity

Learn about the potential and pitfalls of AI in private equity

Technology

September 20, 2023

Transformational Acquisition: Definitions and Examples

Learn about transformational acquisition with real world examples

Private Equity

September 19, 2023

It's All Connected: How Sources-First Data Gets You to More Wins

Learn about how sources-first data gets dealmakers more wins

Sourcing and Origination

August 29, 2023

The Fastest-Growing Industries and Private Companies in the 2023 Inc. 5000

Dive in 2023 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing industries & private companies

Industry

August 10, 2023

How Modern Corporate Development Teams Overcome Market Mapping Madness

Learn how corporate development teams overcome market mapping madness.

Corporate Development

August 10, 2023

How Modern Bankers Overcome Market Mapping Madness

Learn how modern bankers overcome market mapping madness.

Investment Banking

August 10, 2023

How Modern Dealmakers Overcome Market Mapping Madness

Learn how modern dealmakers overcome market mapping madness.

Sourcing and Origination

August 8, 2023

Sector Investing Series: Fastest-Growing Travel & Hospitality Companies

Take a look at some of the top trends across the travel and hospitality industry

Industry

August 1, 2023

From Interns to Generative AI: Deal Sourcing Q&A with LFM's Jessica Ginsberg

We sat down with LFM to discuss about using tech and AI for deal sourcing.

Industry

July 25, 2023

Buyer's Guide: Salesforce M&A Integrations

Take a look at how Salesforce's M&A integration can level up your workflow.

Technology

July 25, 2023

The Top Service Providers for Private Equity Data

Deep dive into service providers for private equity data and its benefits

Technology

July 25, 2023

Private Equity in 2023: The State of Dealmaking & Technology

We conducted a survey to gauge the state of tech adoption among dealmakers.

Private Equity

July 10, 2023

Best of Bootstrapped: The Fastest-Growing Companies of 2023 (So Far)

Trends and the fastest-growing companies of 2023 so far

Industry

June 29, 2023

A Mid-Year Look at How Dealmakers Are Using Data

Dig into the results of our survey on the future of data in dealmaking.

Industry

June 20, 2023

3 Tips for Finding Great Deals in Software and Tech

Explore 3 tips for finding great deals in software and tech

Industry

June 14, 2023

Sector Investing Series: FinTech M&A Trends

Learn about the FinTech sector and some of it's fastest-growing companies.

Industry

May 23, 2023

What Is a Lead Scoring Model?

Click to learn about dynamic deal scoring with sales intelligence tools.

Private Equity

May 16, 2023

What Does a Private Equity Career Path Look Like in 2023?

Learn how to navigate finding a career in this competitive field

Private Equity

May 9, 2023

Helping or Hurting? Tips to Ensure Your CRM Is in Top Shape

Get tips on ensuring your firm's CRMs are filled with top quality data

Technology

May 8, 2023

The Top 20 Research Tools for Private Equity and Venture Capital Firms

Check out these 20 research tools for PE and VC firms

Technology

May 2, 2023

It's Time to Update Your Conference Strategy: Tips from Top Firms

Get tips from top firms on how to get the most ROI out of attending trade shows

Industry

May 2, 2023

How to Choose a CRM for Dealmakers

Click to learn more about best CRM for private equity firms.

Technology

March 27, 2023

Sector Investing Series: Biotech M&A Trends

Learn about the biotech sector and some of it's fastest-growing companies

Industry

March 16, 2023

Beyond the Close: Tips to Measure Business Development Success in Private Equity

Best practices in private equity business development

Private Equity

March 31, 2025

How to Craft the Perfect Deal Origination Email for Private Equity Professionals

Discover expert tips for crafting effective deal origination emails that capture attention and build relationships in the competitive world of private equity.

Private Equity

February 25, 2025

Synacti Originates Its First-Ever Completed Acquisition Using Sourcescrub

Discover how Synacti Partners leveraged Sourcescrub to double their sourcing efficiency and achieve significant cost savings in their first acquisition.

Private Equity

January 29, 2025

A Guide to Private Equity Transactions: Types & Examples

Explore the different types of private equity deals and transactions to understand various deal structures.

Private Equity

December 11, 2024

How to Succeed With Private Equity Direct Sourcing: Examples, Challenges, and Strategies

Discover powerful strategies and examples for succeeding with private equity direct sourcing amidst evolving M&A industry challenges.

Private Equity

November 12, 2024

How Do Private Equity Firms Find Companies To Buy?

Discover why and how private equity firms find companies to buy.

Private Equity

November 8, 2024

How Do Middle-Market PE Firms Source Deals?

Discover why middle-market private equity firms, with enterprise values between $50 and $500 million, drive a significant portion of the M&A market and how they source deals.

Private Equity

September 23, 2024

How to Source the Best Deals in Private Equity: Tips and Strategies

Discover the crucial role of deal sourcing in private equity, and learn effective strategies to streamline and enhance your deal sourcing process.

Private Equity

September 17, 2024

Private Equity Business Development in M&A

Discover how private equity firms can leverage business development strategies from the tech industry to enhance deal flow and stay ahead in niche markets.

Private Equity

August 21, 2024

Dealmakers, Have You Mastered These 5 Fundamental Jobs?

Discover how dealmakers can rise above market uncertainty and GenAI hype by mastering five fundamental jobs with the latest data and technology.

Private Equity

June 13, 2024

GCP Enhances Research Capabilities in New Markets with Sourcescrub

Discover how GCP increased lead generation by 50% and cut research time by over 200% in our latest case study.

Private Equity

May 24, 2024

Overview of Roles at a Private Equity Firm

Click to learn more about the roles at PE firms and get the inside scoop on inte

Private Equity

May 13, 2024

How to Write an Investment Thesis in Private Equity

Learn how to write an investment thesis to guide your direct deal sourcing

Private Equity

May 7, 2024

Leading Buyout Firm Generates More Leads with Sourcescrub

Private Equity

April 24, 2024

Tips to Lead the Next Generation of Dealmakers

Uncover exclusive advice from industry experts on how to break into and excel in private equity and investment banking.

Private Equity

March 5, 2024

PE Fund Structure Explained

Learn how private equity funds are structured: PE funds explained.

Private Equity

January 29, 2024

VSS Uses Sourcescrub to Get Granular and Accelerate Data-Driven Deal Sourcing by 150%

Discover how VSS Capital Partners accelerated their deal sourcing by 150% and doubled their proprietary deal flow using Sourcescrub’s private company intelligence platform.

Private Equity

October 24, 2023

5 Attributes of Data Quality for Private Equity Firms to Measure

Dive into what's missing from dealmakers' data toolkits, including the five key attributes of data quality they should measure and tips for realizing the benefits of good data.

Private Equity

September 20, 2023

Transformational Acquisition: Definitions and Examples

Learn about transformational acquisition with real world examples

Private Equity

July 25, 2023

Private Equity in 2023: The State of Dealmaking & Technology

We conducted a survey to gauge the state of tech adoption among dealmakers.

Private Equity

May 23, 2023

What Is a Lead Scoring Model?

Click to learn about dynamic deal scoring with sales intelligence tools.

Private Equity

May 16, 2023

What Does a Private Equity Career Path Look Like in 2023?

Learn how to navigate finding a career in this competitive field

Private Equity

March 16, 2023

Beyond the Close: Tips to Measure Business Development Success in Private Equity

Best practices in private equity business development

Private Equity

February 28, 2023

3 Tips for Finding Great Deals in Industrials and Industrial Tech

We cover 3 tips for finding great deals in industrials and industrial tech

Private Equity

January 13, 2023

5 Types of Investment Fund Structures

Learn about the most prominent investment fund structures in today’s financial landscape.

Private Equity

September 26, 2022

7 Biases to Avoid in Private Equity and How Data Can Help

Top 7 behavioral biases facing dealmakers today and how data can help you

Private Equity

August 23, 2022

Data Science in Private Equity: Applications and Examples

Learn about how data science can be used to a firm's advantage in private equity

Private Equity

August 19, 2022

Boathouse Capital Leans Heavily on Sourcescrub for Proprietary Sourcing Efforts

Explore how Boathouse Capital’s strategic use of Sourcescrub led to a 300% surge in proprietary opportunities and a 50% increase in deal sourcing productivity.

Private Equity

July 29, 2022

Private Equity During a Recession: Opportunities, Risks, and More

Learn about the opportunities, risks, and more in PE during a recession

Private Equity

June 16, 2022

How to Perform Due Diligence on a Private Company

Private Equity

January 26, 2022

Planning for the Future of Private Equity with Francisco Partners' Peter Christodoulo

Plan for the future of PE with 3 strategic ways from FP's Peter Christodoulo

Private Equity

December 27, 2021

Sourcescrub Customers Reign Over U.S. News' Top 10 PE Firms in the World

Sourcescrub customers reign over U.S. News' Top 10 PE Firms in the World.

Private Equity

July 26, 2021

LFM Capital Case Study

See how did LFM increased direct opps 200%, and improved productivity 2.5x.

Private Equity

March 11, 2021

Your First 90 Days in Private Equity

Make a great first impression for lasting success

Private Equity

January 19, 2021

The Private Equity Fund Glossary: 51 Terms to Know

Here are some common terms to know about private equity.

Private Equity

December 4, 2020

The Lessons the 2008 Global Financial Crisis Can (& Can't) Teach PE Firms

What can be learned from the 2008 GFC?

Private Equity

August 10, 2020

Private Equity Frequently Asked Questions

Wondering how PE firms find companies? Learn how PE firms work & raise capital.

Private Equity

June 8, 2020

How Market Factors Affect Private Equity Target Companies

Understand the major market factors that have an impact on targets

Private Equity

May 28, 2020

Managing Your Portfolio Amidst the COVID-19 Crisis

Investors must act quickly and urgently to stem losses and shore-up operations.

Private Equity

May 28, 2020

Four Tips on Navigating Deal Flow without Meeting in Person

Here are our four tips on deal flow in this virtual world.

Private Equity

October 14, 2019

Ten Private Equity Podcasts to Download Now

Podcasts have exploded as popular ways to get information, download the best one

Private Equity

September 2, 2019

Types of Private Equity Firms

Learn more about the different types of PE firms.

Private Equity

May 13, 2019

How to Get Smart on New Themes as a Growth Equity Investor

As a growth equity investor, constructing an actionable investment theme is key.

Private Equity

April 2, 2025

Demo Video: Sourcing 24/7 with AI and Automation

Discover how Sourcescrub's automation tools keep deal pipelines flowing in 2025 with saved searches, custom scoring models, and timely notifications.

Sourcing and Origination

September 4, 2024

Top M&A Deal Sourcing Strategies

Learn more about the deal origination process and deal sourcing strategies.

Sourcing and Origination

April 11, 2024

7 Benefits of Add-on Acquisitions and How to Find Them

Learn the right terms, benefits, and strategies to master add-on acquisitions!

Sourcing and Origination

March 28, 2024

Proprietary Deal Flow: What It Is And How To Generate It

Proprietary Deal Flow: What it Is and How to Generate it

Sourcing and Origination

March 22, 2024

Deal Sourcing Strategies for Private Equity Firms

Learn deal sourcing best practices from new school private equity firms.

Sourcing and Origination

March 6, 2024

Mosaic Theory: Translating a 5,000-Year-Old Art Form into a Modern Dealmaking Strategy

Explore the value of sources-first data in dealmaking, understanding its mosaic-like nature and pivotal role in shaping strategic decisions for success in today's competitive landscape.

Sourcing and Origination

March 1, 2024

Disruptive Deal Sourcing: How to Evaluate the Impact of Generative AI on Acquisition Targets

Learn how to apply the WINS framework to measure the impact and potential of implementing GenAI in specific industries.

Sourcing and Origination

February 27, 2024

How to Find Private Company Revenue Information

Curious about how to find private company revenue information? Here are the best practices!

Sourcing and Origination

January 30, 2024

How to Find Private Company Information with Databases & Big Data

Our blog post covers how to find information on private companies and source more of the right investment opportunities efficiently for your firm.

Sourcing and Origination

September 19, 2023

It's All Connected: How Sources-First Data Gets You to More Wins

Learn about how sources-first data gets dealmakers more wins

Sourcing and Origination

August 10, 2023

How Modern Dealmakers Overcome Market Mapping Madness

Learn how modern dealmakers overcome market mapping madness.

Sourcing and Origination

February 1, 2023

Cold Calls Don't Cut It! 10 Hot Outreach Tips Every Dealmaker Should Know

A list of top 10 outreach tips to help your firm stand out from the crowd.

Sourcing and Origination

September 22, 2022

Bridging the Valuation Gap With Add-Ons

Bridging the valuation gap with data-driven add-on strategy.

Sourcing and Origination

September 9, 2022

Data-driven Decision-making in Private Equity: A Framework

Learn about data-driven decision-making and how to implement it at your firm

Sourcing and Origination

May 24, 2022

Build a Proprietary Deal Sourcing Advantage in 3 Stages

Learn how to build a proprietary deal sourcing advantage in 3 stages

Sourcing and Origination

May 3, 2022

The Definitive Guide to the M&A Pipeline

Understanding the steps in an M&A pipeline is key to a successful deal.

Sourcing and Origination

November 11, 2021

Competitive Dealmaking: 3 Ways to Win and 3 Pitfalls to Avoid

3 ways Sourcescrub customers are winning deals and 3 common pitfalls to avoid

Sourcing and Origination

October 19, 2021

Direct Sourcing Secrets from Dealmaking Giants

Sourcing and Origination

September 30, 2021

3 Ways Dealmakers Can Differentiate Themselves

Sourcing and Origination

September 7, 2021

Sourcescrub Customers Dominate GrowthCap's Top 25 Private Equity Firms for 2021

GrowthCap has announced its selections for this year's Top 25 Private Equity Firms for Growth Companies. About 75% of the top 25 private equity firms have one thing in common: they rely on Sourcescrub for private company intelligence.

Sourcing and Origination

July 20, 2021

5-Step Blueprint to Take Control of Deal Flow

Dealmakers must reinvent the way they source and transact, or get left behind.

Sourcing and Origination

February 8, 2021

Free Deal Origination Data Sources

13 Free Deal Origination Resources & Tool Types

Sourcing and Origination

February 4, 2021

5 Post-Deal Marketing Strategies That Are Impossible to Ignore

Post-deal marketing is the groundwork for future deals

Sourcing and Origination

January 6, 2021

How to Strategically Identify Target Companies at Industry Conferences

How can you identify the right target companies and get in front of them?

Sourcing and Origination

July 2, 2020

Webinar Recap - Bullish or Bearish: Originating Deals Remotely

Get the review on our June 24th, 2020 webinar

Sourcing and Origination

October 1, 2019

The Transformation of Post-Deal Marketing

You've closed a successful deal - now what?

Sourcing and Origination

August 12, 2019

How to Research Market Trends

Tips from employing your team efforts to utilizing an M&A platform.

Sourcing and Origination

August 9, 2019

Measures of Business Growth in Deal Sourcing

There are many metrics that a PE firm or IB will look at to assess performance.

Sourcing and Origination

July 29, 2019

How to Better Uncover Private Company Information During Tradeshow Prep

1 aspect of deal origination that many fail to prep for is tradeshow attendance.

Sourcing and Origination

July 25, 2019

How to Utilize M&A Tools to Increase Quality Meetings at Conferences

Maximize your efforts at one of the best M&A sources - conferences.

Sourcing and Origination

April 15, 2019

How Much Money Should You Be Spending on Origination?

Are your deal origination practices giving you the best bang for your buck?

Sourcing and Origination

December 11, 2024

Frog Capital Increases Deal Flow by 50% with Sourcescrub

Discover how Frog Capital achieved a 50% increase in deal flow and doubled their directly sourced pipeline contribution using Sourcescrub's data-driven platform.

Venture Capital

May 3, 2024

The Venture Capital Funding Process

The VC funding process can be illustrated as a funnel as deals flow

Venture Capital

April 19, 2024

A Guide to Venture Capital Deal Flow

Get answers about deal sourcing in venture capital and improving VC deal flow.

Venture Capital

February 5, 2021

Intro to Advanced VC & PE Portfolio Management

Click to learn more about VC portfolio management tools and platform benefits.

Venture Capital

July 3, 2020

Female Focused Funds

3 firms that are focusing on investing in female founders

Venture Capital

May 12, 2020

Five Insights on How Fund Size Is Influencing Private Equity and Venture Capital response to COVID-19

In April 2020, Sourcescrub surveyed Private Equity and Venture Capital firms.

Venture Capital

December 19, 2024

A Guide to Investment Banking Deals and Deal Flow

Discover the unique aspects of the investment banking deal flow process, its steps, challenges, and tips for smoother transactions in this comprehensive guide.

Investment Banking

April 12, 2024

B. Woods & Co. Closes 3x More Deals Annually with Sourcescrub

Investment Banking

August 10, 2023

How Modern Bankers Overcome Market Mapping Madness

Learn how modern bankers overcome market mapping madness.

Investment Banking

March 3, 2023

Post-transaction Marketing Strategy: Investment Banking Best Practices

Learn investment banking marketing strategy best practices.

Investment Banking

August 19, 2022

Vaquero Capital Increases Deal Flow by 50% Using Sourcescrub

Discover how Vaquero Capital leveraged Sourcescrub to boost deal flow by 50% and increase research efficiency by 35%.

Investment Banking

March 7, 2022

Investment Banking Deal Origination: Dos and Don'ts for Modern Firms

Dos and don'ts IB firms follow to enhance efficiencies and improve deal flow

Investment Banking

October 26, 2021

How New School Investment Banks Outperform the Competition

Earlier, Faster, Smarter: How New School Investment Banks Outperform

Investment Banking

October 5, 2021

Copper Run Improves Time to Market 3x

Investment Bank Copper Run Improves Time to Market by 3x

Investment Banking

January 17, 2021

Investment Banking Terms & M&A Glossary: 27 Definitions to Know

Click to read our glossary of m&a terms & mergers and acquisitions business term

Investment Banking

January 13, 2021

Investment Banking FAQ: The 25 Most Asked Questions

25 most asked questions about investment banking

Investment Banking

April 23, 2020

How Banks Can Enhance Investment Origination

Learn to enhance your IBs search and business development

Investment Banking

April 13, 2020

Market Analysis Tools for Investment Banking Risk Management

When sourcing and signing any financial deal, there's going to be risk involved.

Investment Banking

February 17, 2020

Top Investment Banking Resources

Resources to help investment banking firms create solid relationships

Investment Banking

January 7, 2020

Investment Banking Networking Toolkit

Key strategies to apply to your IB networking activities

Investment Banking

January 2, 2020

5 Recent Trends in Technology and Investment Banking

Learn about the impact of technology on investment banking & how recent trends i

Investment Banking

November 18, 2019

How Boutique Banks Can Improve Deal Flow

From expanding your digital presence to utilizing M&A Software

Investment Banking

July 30, 2019

Capitalizing on Conferences to Maximize Investment Banking Deal Flow

Optimize your efforts, from effective preparation to utilizing an M&A platform.

Investment Banking

July 22, 2019

How Investment Bankers Can Capitalize on Post-Conference Momentum - An Interview with Tim Clarke of AGC

An interview, featuring Tim Clarke of AGC, on post-conference marketing.

Investment Banking

July 18, 2019

How to Best Source Investment Banking Deals

"Click to read more about investment banking deal sourcing best practices. Learn

Investment Banking

July 17, 2019

How Investment Banks Can Better Leverage Data Sources for Deal Flow

You're wasting time if your deal sourcing is leading to low-quality opps.

Investment Banking

April 22, 2025

The Stats Are in: How AI Is Changing Corporate Development in 2025

Discover how AI is transforming corporate development in 2025, with insights from a Transaction Advisors Institute survey of US dealmakers.

Corporate Development

October 25, 2023

NES Fircroft Increases International Deal Flow by 150% by Working with Sourcescrub

See how NES Fircroft leveraged Sourcescrub to boost their international deal flow by 150%.

Corporate Development

August 10, 2023

How Modern Corporate Development Teams Overcome Market Mapping Madness

Learn how corporate development teams overcome market mapping madness.

Corporate Development

May 26, 2022

Corporate Development Explained: Strategies, Structure, and Stages

Find out how Corp Dev is structured and the tactics team use for business growth

Corporate Development

March 22, 2022

Fire Yourself, Invest in People, and Other Leadership Advice from Sourcescrub CEO Tyler Fair

Sourcescrub's CEO Tyler Fair shares leadership advice with Connection Builder.

Corporate Development

October 14, 2021

Datasite Case Study

How Datasite Launched a Corp Dev Strategy in 4 weeks

Corporate Development

March 25, 2025

Inside the Source: What Founders Want

Inside the Source

March 5, 2025

Inside the Source: Differentiation When Raising the Next Fund

Discover how Sean Kelly of Insignia Capital Group leverages data and technology to stand out to LPs and investors in a competitive market in this ten-year-anniversary edition of Inside the Source.

Inside the Source

January 8, 2025

Inside the Source: Measuring and Optimizing Your Deal Pipeline

Inside the Source

November 26, 2024

Inside the Source: Getting More Out of Conferences and Trade Shows

Discover unique conference strategies and event tips in our latest Inside the Source episode with BW Forsyth Partners’ VP of Business Development.

Inside the Source

November 21, 2024

Inside the Source: The Current State of Deal Sourcing

Inside the Source

September 6, 2024

Inside the Source: Building the Ultimate Tech Stack

Discover insights from Michael Gray, Origination Director at Growth Capital Partners, on optimizing tech stacks in private equity in the first installment of the Inside the Source series.

Inside the Source

April 22, 2025

Dealmakers, Is Your Tech Stack Built to Win?

Learn about 5 components every firm's tech stack needs to succeed

Technology

March 7, 2025

The Dealmakers' Guide to AI-Powered Outreach: Tips to Templates

Check out these outreach templates created using SourcingGPT and some helpful tips for using genAI in your workflows.

Technology

December 4, 2024

Paving the Way for AI in Dealmaking

See how SourcingGPT gives dealmakers a secure and reliable AI-powered tool that helps them find and connect with targets faster.

Technology

November 27, 2024

Exploring Private Company Data: Providers and Tips for Dealmakers

Explore the importance of private company data in M&A transactions and discover top providers and tips for dealmakers.

Technology

November 5, 2024

What Is a Deal Sourcing Platform?

Learn how deal sourcing platforms are transforming the M&A landscape by enabling firms to discover and capitalize on lucrative opportunities efficiently.

Technology

June 10, 2024

The Truth About GenAI in Dealmaking

Explore how dealmakers in private equity, investment banking, and corporate development are leveraging generative AI tools like ChatGPT, with insights from our survey of 81 industry professionals.

Technology

March 7, 2024

How to Find Public Records on a Business

We cover effective methods for researching companies and uncovering vital information, providing valuable insights to gain a competitive edge in the dynamic realm of private equity.

Technology

February 28, 2024

Dealmakers, Is Your Data and Technology Usage on the Right Path?

Our infographic explores the latest innovations and strategies to help dealmakers seize the opportunity to propel their firm ahead of the competition.

Technology

February 26, 2024

How to Choose the Best Deal Sourcing Platform (Plus, Top Choices)

Learn about the benefits and how to choose the right deal sourcing platform for your firm.

Technology

February 7, 2024

How Dealmakers Can Unlock the Real Value of Artificial Intelligence

Our blog post dives into how dealmakers can unlock the real value of AI and use it to get ahead.

Technology

January 5, 2024

How Dealmakers Use Deal Origination Platforms

Technology

December 11, 2023

The Top Deal Flow Management Tools Every Firm Should Have

Explore the different types of deal flow management tools and find one that will help you and your firm.

Technology

October 31, 2023

Unraveling the Secrets of Proprietary Dealmaking

Technology

September 26, 2023

The Potential and Pitfalls of AI in Private Equity

Learn about the potential and pitfalls of AI in private equity

Technology

July 25, 2023

Buyer's Guide: Salesforce M&A Integrations

Take a look at how Salesforce's M&A integration can level up your workflow.

Technology

July 25, 2023

The Top Service Providers for Private Equity Data

Deep dive into service providers for private equity data and its benefits

Technology

May 9, 2023

Helping or Hurting? Tips to Ensure Your CRM Is in Top Shape

Get tips on ensuring your firm's CRMs are filled with top quality data

Technology

May 8, 2023

The Top 20 Research Tools for Private Equity and Venture Capital Firms

Check out these 20 research tools for PE and VC firms

Technology

May 2, 2023

How to Choose a CRM for Dealmakers

Click to learn more about best CRM for private equity firms.

Technology

March 14, 2023

Buyer's Guide: M&A Process Management Software

Unravel the capabilities of M&A process management software and some examples

Technology

March 3, 2023

How Tech is Reshaping the M&A Career Path

Discover how technology, including AI and corporate development software, is transforming traditional career paths in mergers & acquisitions and setting firms apart in the industry.

Technology

August 3, 2022

Data Integrity in Private Equity: What it Is (and Isn't) and How to Improve

Learn what "data integrity" means and how dealmakers can achieve it.

Technology

July 26, 2022

Buyer's Guide: Due Diligence Management Software

Learn how to use data and tech to accelerate the due diligence workflow

Technology

June 6, 2022

Buyer Beware! 3 Mistakes Firms Make When Evaluating Data Services

3 common mistakes dealmakers should avoid when evaluating potential solutions

Technology

March 14, 2022

How to Evaluate Private Company Intelligence Platforms

Dive into a few of the criteria to help decide which platform is for your firm.

Technology

March 8, 2022

Building Your Deal Flow Tech Stack: 3 Core Components Every Modern Firm Needs

Deal Flow Tech Stack: 3 Core Components Every Modern Firm Needs

Technology

November 9, 2021

What's Killing Digital Transformation in PE

Learn how to succeed at and maximize the benefits of digital transformation

Technology

June 29, 2020

5 Tech Tools for Deal Flow Amidst COVID-19

Here are five tech tools for deal flow amidst COVID-19.

Technology

October 15, 2019

Sourcescrub and Affinity Partner to Combine Private Company Data With Relationship Intelligence

You can now add validated company firmographics into the Affinity platform.

Technology

February 4, 2019

Sourcescrub and DealCloud Form Data Partnership, and Announce Integration with Sourcescrub's Data Warehouse Solution

Get visibility on movements and opportunities within the capital market

Technology

April 8, 2025

Top Healthcare Sector Trends in 2025

Explore the top healthcare sector trends in 2025 and discover promising sub-sectors for investment amidst a fragmented industry landscape.

Industry

April 7, 2025

Growth or Churn? How to Make Sure Customer Experience Doesn’t Undo Your Acquisition

Discover how to prevent customer experience issues from undermining your strategic acquisitions and ensure sustained growth and reduced churn.

Industry

March 21, 2025

Still Dabbling In Direct Sourcing? It’s Time to Stop

Discover why middle-market PE firms must stop dabbling in direct sourcing and instead double down on refined theses and strategic business development, in this insightful piece by Prescott Nasser.

Industry

March 4, 2025

Webinar Recap: Strategies to Maximize Exit Valuations in 2025

Discover expert strategies for maximizing exit valuations in 2025 from top dealmakers in our webinar recap, featuring insights on navigating the current market landscape.

Industry

December 13, 2024

Webinar Recap: Top Deal Origination Tips and Hacks for 2025

Learn deal origination tips and hacks for 2025 from leading private equity experts in our webinar, featuring insights on AI, niche sectors, and relationship-building.

Industry

November 5, 2024

Maximizing the ROI of Your Conference Strategy: Your 4-Step Action Plan

Learn how to maximize deal flow from trade shows with a 4-step event strategy

Industry

June 4, 2024

Sector Investing Series: The Top Companies and Trends in the Energy Infrastructure Industry

Explore the latest trends and discover the fastest-growing private energy infrastructure companies.

Industry

April 29, 2024

Guide to Buy-Side vs. Sell-Side in M&A

Understanding the varying roles of buy side versus sell side M&A is crucial.

Industry

April 5, 2024

A Guide to the Different Types of Valuation Models for Private Companies

Learn about the different types of valuation methods used for private companies.

Industry

March 13, 2024

The Fastest-Growing Private Companies in North America from 2023

Discover the trends and top 10 fastest-growing private companies in North America from 2023, presented with insightful analysis.

Industry

January 31, 2024

3 Dealmaking Strategies for Success in 2024

Our blog post covers the top 3 strategies for dealmaking success in 2024 from your peers during a recent webinar.

Industry

January 23, 2024

Investment Banking Technology Trends for 2024

5 technology & investment banking trends to watch in 2024

Industry

January 4, 2024

The Top Failed Mergers & Acquisitions in History

Explore history's most notorious failed mergers and acquisitions and uncover the lessons learned from these high-stakes corporate missteps.

Industry

December 7, 2023

Sector Investor Series: Food and Beverage Trends and Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Dive into the industry trends and fastest-growing private companies in the food and beverage sector.

Industry

November 17, 2023

The Importance of Investing in Diversity

Dive into the current state of diversity in private equity, why it is important in business and firms, and the specific benefits of diversity investing.

Industry

November 15, 2023

Sector Investing Series: Fastest-Growing Private Manufacturing Companies

Check out the latest trends affecting the manufacturing industry, followed by the fastest-growing private manufacturing companies.

Industry

November 1, 2023

Dealmakers, Read Between the Lines with Data Signals

We break down the five different types of data signals and show how dealmakers can use them to never miss a deal.

Industry

October 11, 2023

Sector Investing Series: Fastest-Growing Private E-learning Companies

Check out the latest trends affecting the e-learning industry, followed by the top 50 fastest growing private e-learning companies.

Industry

August 29, 2023

The Fastest-Growing Industries and Private Companies in the 2023 Inc. 5000

Dive in 2023 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing industries & private companies

Industry

August 8, 2023

Sector Investing Series: Fastest-Growing Travel & Hospitality Companies

Take a look at some of the top trends across the travel and hospitality industry

Industry

August 1, 2023

From Interns to Generative AI: Deal Sourcing Q&A with LFM's Jessica Ginsberg

We sat down with LFM to discuss about using tech and AI for deal sourcing.

Industry

July 10, 2023

Best of Bootstrapped: The Fastest-Growing Companies of 2023 (So Far)

Trends and the fastest-growing companies of 2023 so far

Industry

June 29, 2023

A Mid-Year Look at How Dealmakers Are Using Data

Dig into the results of our survey on the future of data in dealmaking.

Industry

June 20, 2023

3 Tips for Finding Great Deals in Software and Tech

Explore 3 tips for finding great deals in software and tech

Industry

June 14, 2023

Sector Investing Series: FinTech M&A Trends

Learn about the FinTech sector and some of it's fastest-growing companies.

Industry

May 2, 2023

It's Time to Update Your Conference Strategy: Tips from Top Firms

Get tips from top firms on how to get the most ROI out of attending trade shows

Industry

March 27, 2023

Sector Investing Series: Biotech M&A Trends

Learn about the biotech sector and some of it's fastest-growing companies

Industry

March 3, 2023

Impact Investing: Trends, Tips, and More

Dive into what impact investing is and how it is influencing investment firms

Industry

February 1, 2023

The Top 50 Fastest-Growing Bootstrapped Companies From 2022

Our blog post covers the top 50 fastest-growing companies from 2022.

Industry

January 12, 2023

A Guide to Private Equity vs. Hedge Funds

Discover the key differences and similarities between private equity and hedge funds.

Industry

December 21, 2022

3 Steps to Finding Deals in a Fragmented Industry

We cover 3 steps to finding deals in a fragmented industry

Industry

December 15, 2022

RCP Advisors Shares Advice to Attract LPs in a Highly Competitive Market

4 tips for GPs to attract LPs in a highly competitive market

Industry

December 14, 2022

3 Tips to Execute and Refine a Thematic Sourcing Strategy

We cover 3 tips on executing and refining a thematic sourcing strategy

Industry

November 23, 2022

25 Private Equity Statistics to Prepare You for 2023

25 PE stats and global M&A trends that highlight current state of the industry

Industry

August 29, 2022

Data-driven Dealmaking: Debunking 3 Major Myths Holding Your Firm Back

Debunk data myths and learn about the next stage of data-driven dealmaking

Industry

July 21, 2022

These 25 Bootstrapped Companies Are Thriving in Uncertainty: How Firms Can Find More

25 bootstrapped companies thriving in uncertainty and how firms can find more

Industry

July 1, 2022

What Dealmakers Can Learn from Shark Tank's Best Products

Check out what dealmakers can learn from Shark Tank's best products

Industry

June 28, 2022

All Signs Point to Change: Tips to Ground Your Firm in Uncertain Times

Tips to Ground Your Firm in Uncertain Times

Industry

March 24, 2022

Sourcescrub Customers Conquer GrowthCap's Top 25 Firms for 2021

24 out of 25 of GrowthCap's Top 25 Growth Equity Firms of 2021 are SS customers.

Industry

March 3, 2022

3 Ways Technology Helps Firms Prepare for a Potential Recession

In this blog post, learn how to prepare for a potential recession.

Industry

February 10, 2022

Best of Bootstrapped: The Fastest Growing Private Companies of 2021

Check out the most successful bootstrapped startups of 2021!

Industry

December 21, 2021

Should a Data Scientist Be Your Next Big Hire? How to Know When It's Time

Learn about how data science can be used to a firm's advantage in private equity

Industry

September 15, 2021

Why Dealmakers Are Re-thinking Post-COVID Conference Strategies

Why Dealmakers Are Re-thinking Post-COVID Conference Networking Strategies

Industry

September 8, 2021

The Benefits of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Explore the pivotal role of mergers and acquisitions in global growth and their significant benefits for organizations.

Industry

September 7, 2021

The Dealmaker’s Guide to M&A Analytics

Unlock the potential of M&A analytics to accelerate deal flow and outperform competitors in today's dynamic landscape, leveraging data for success.

Industry

August 30, 2021

3 Things Dealmakers Can Learn from a "Best of Bootstrapped" Founder

3 Things Dealmakers Can Learn from a "Best of Bootstrapped" Company Founder

Industry

May 25, 2021

New School Manifesto: An Argument for Data-Driven Dealmaking

Whether you're in private company M&A or investing, the time to overhaul the science (and art) of deal making is at hand. Although the trillions of dollars in both investor and corporate bank accounts is driving record deal volume, it is also increasing competition and driving down returns.

Industry

March 31, 2021

Best of Bootstrapped in Software, H2 2020

We are excited to announce the Best of Bootstrapped in Software for H2 2020

Industry

March 31, 2021

Best of Bootstrapped in Healthcare, H2 2020

The Best of Bootstrapped in Healthcare for H2 2020

Industry

March 31, 2021

Best of Bootstrapped in Financial Services, H2 2020

Best of Bootstrapped in Financial Services for H2 2020

Industry

March 9, 2021

Guide to Associate Analyst Compensation Ranges

What are the ranges? How does it change over time?

Industry

January 21, 2021

How To Navigate Year-End Reviews & Salary Negotiations

Here's how to drive the conversation to where you want it to go.

Industry

January 13, 2021

2020 Year in Review

2020 was a landmark year for a number of reasons.

Industry

October 23, 2020

Best of Bootstrapped in Software, H1 2020

We believe data is at the heart of new school deal flow, so we've extracted

Industry

October 23, 2020

Best of Bootstrapped in Financial Services, H1 2020

We believe data is at the heart of new school deal flow, so we've extracted

Industry

September 15, 2020

Best of Bootstrapped in Healthcare, H1 2020

We believe data is at the heart of new school deal flow, so we've

Industry

August 5, 2020

Diversity & Inclusion in M&A Study

The results of our customer survey on diversity in investing

Industry

July 2, 2020

4 Funds Focused on Diversity

Here are four firms making diversity a priority in their investing.

Industry

April 27, 2020

Six Key Takeaways on COVID-19's Impact on Mergers & Acquisitions

Based on a customer survey about COVID-19

Industry

April 23, 2020

Keys to Wealth Management Strategies

An outline of top strategies for Wealth Managers

Industry

April 23, 2020

The Value of a Precedent Transaction Analysis

One of the most common methods for valuing a company

Industry

April 20, 2020

What is a Vertical Market?

Looking for an answer to what is a vertical market? Click to read our business

Industry

March 25, 2020

Top Industry Conference Statuses Amidst Covid-19

Optimize your Q2 business development and marketing efforts

Industry

March 19, 2020

Has M&A been Quarantined?

Get an update on the industry, then download one of our cancelled lists.

Industry

February 18, 2020

Relative Valuation Definition

Curious to learn what is relative valuation?

Industry

February 5, 2020

Primary and Secondary Market Differences

All the details between primary and secondary markets.

Industry

February 3, 2020

Capitalize on Conference Attendance for Investment Origination

1 of the best ways to uncover new investment opps is attending tradeshows

Industry

January 28, 2020

2019 Year in Review

In 2019, Sourcescrub experienced rocket ship growth!

Industry

November 14, 2019

Strategies for Wealth Management Prospecting

Click to learn how to prospect and new prospecting strategies for financial advi

Industry

November 13, 2019

An Analysis of the Rise of the Direct Lending Market

An increasing number of firms have jumped into the direct lending trend

Industry

October 2, 2019

How to Leverage M&A Tools to Prep for Money 2020

Are you prepared for Money2020?

Industry

February 13, 2025

Another Win for Sourcescrub as Best Deal Origination Technology — This Time in Europe

Sourcescrub LLC, a top deal-sourcing platform, wins the 2025 Private Equity Wire European Award for Best Deal Origination Technology.

Sourcescrub News

January 29, 2025

Celebrating Ten Years of Sourcescrub: A Look Back and Ahead With Our Co-founders

Sourcescrub co-founders Tyler Fair and Prescott Nasser reflect on a decade of growth and share insights into the future.

Sourcescrub News

October 22, 2024

Get more deals from every event with the only complete Conference Planning solution built for dealmakers

Sourcescrub News

October 9, 2024

Sourcescrub Wins Best Deal Origination Award…Again!

Private Equity Wire’s US Awards selects Sourcescrub for best deal origination solution of the year.

Sourcescrub News

March 13, 2024

Sourcescrub Wins Best Deal Origination Award

Private Equity Wire’s US Emerging Manager Awards selects Sourcescrub for best deal-sourcing platform.

Sourcescrub News

May 17, 2022

Sourcescrub Earns 2022 Great Place to Work Certification

Sourcescrub News

September 28, 2021

Sourcescrub Announces Strategic Growth Investment from Francisco Partners

Sourcescrub teamed up with a new investment partner, Francisco Partners, to drive our continued growth and leadership in Private Company Intelligence.

Sourcescrub News

February 16, 2021

Sourcescrub hires experienced software executive Jonathan Dodson

Meet Jonathan Dodson, our new Vice President of Engineering

Sourcescrub News

January 14, 2021

Launch of Investor & Investments Experience

The press release on the new investor and investment data.

Sourcescrub News

April 30, 2020

Sourcescrub Adds Technology Veteran Steve Norall to Board of Directors

Steve Norall, CEO of Vocal Video, has joined our Board of Directors

Sourcescrub News

March 5, 2020

Sourcescrub hires experienced software executive Frazier Miller as Chief Operating Officer

We welcome Frazier Miller as our new COO!

Sourcescrub News

November 18, 2019

John Stanfill Joins Sourcescrub Board

Sourcescrub, LLC is excited to announce that John Stanfill has joined their

Sourcescrub News

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Synacti Originates Its First-Ever Completed Acquisition Using Sourcescrub

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A Guide to Investment Banking Deals and Deal Flow

Webinar Recap: Top Deal Origination Tips and Hacks for 2025

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Exploring Private Company Data: Providers and Tips for Dealmakers

Inside the Source: Getting More Out of Conferences and Trade Shows

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Maximizing the ROI of Your Conference Strategy: Your 4-Step Action Plan

Get more deals from every event with the only complete Conference Planning solution built for dealmakers

Sourcescrub Wins Best Deal Origination Award…Again!

How to Source the Best Deals in Private Equity: Tips and Strategies

Private Equity Business Development in M&A

Inside the Source: Building the Ultimate Tech Stack

Top M&A Deal Sourcing Strategies

Dealmakers, Have You Mastered These 5 Fundamental Jobs?

GCP Enhances Research Capabilities in New Markets with Sourcescrub

The Truth About GenAI in Dealmaking

Sector Investing Series: The Top Companies and Trends in the Energy Infrastructure Industry

Overview of Roles at a Private Equity Firm

How to Write an Investment Thesis in Private Equity

Leading Buyout Firm Generates More Leads with Sourcescrub

The Venture Capital Funding Process

Guide to Buy-Side vs. Sell-Side in M&A

Tips to Lead the Next Generation of Dealmakers

A Guide to Venture Capital Deal Flow

B. Woods & Co. Closes 3x More Deals Annually with Sourcescrub

7 Benefits of Add-on Acquisitions and How to Find Them

A Guide to the Different Types of Valuation Models for Private Companies

Proprietary Deal Flow: What It Is And How To Generate It

Deal Sourcing Strategies for Private Equity Firms

Sourcescrub Wins Best Deal Origination Award

The Fastest-Growing Private Companies in North America from 2023

How to Find Public Records on a Business

Mosaic Theory: Translating a 5,000-Year-Old Art Form into a Modern Dealmaking Strategy

PE Fund Structure Explained

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