Top M&A Conferences in 2025

After a slower-than-expected recovery in 2024, the outlook for the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market in 2025 remains cautiously optimistic. While economic conditions and market volatility have left many uncertain about what’s ahead, M&A activity is still expected to rebound—driven by improving regulatory clarity and renewed momentum from financial sponsors. 

Private equity monetization, strategic acquisitions, and cross-border deals are poised for a potential upswing, with several  high-value transactions anticipated to close this year. 

So all things being equal, that should mean more participation in the best M&A conferences. The truth is, networking is the cheat code. The top dealmakers aren’t just smart — they’re plugged in. A strong network gives them an edge most folks don’t even realize they’re missing.

M&A conferences offer a shortcut to achieving this, providing attendees with face-to-face meetings with some of the most active leaders today.

Below, we look at some of the biggest M&A events and conferences for 2025.

1. 2025 M&A and Transaction Solutions Symposium

Now in its 10th year, Aon’s M&A and Transactions Solutions Symposium brings together some of the most active players in the M&A industry to share strategic insights, industry trends, and innovative deal and business risk management tools for M&A leaders.

Given AON’s stellar reputation in the financial industry, this should indeed be compulsory for anybody in the southeast. 

‍Ticket Price: Available upon inquiry

Date: Last held January 2025

‍Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Site: https://www.aon.com/m-and-a-events/homepage.jsp

Save the Date: January 20-22 2026 in Miami, FL

2. TMT World Congress 2025

With the proliferation of AI, 2025 is poised to be a transformative year for the TMT sector, making a significant shift driven by long-anticipated AI innovations.  

As industries prepare for this technological leap, insights from the 2025 TMT World Congress will be more crucial than ever in shaping strategies and understanding the full impact of AI. 

With over 120 speakers, the conference offers an unrivaled opportunity to get a handle on M&A developments in digital infrastructure, telecoms, cloud, software, and most importantly, AI and Machine Learning (ML).

The conference is structured to offer a flexible range of options for attendees, including everything from CEO fireside chats to breakout interactive roundtable sessions and leadership panels. Speakers for 2025 include Michael Bird, CFO of Vodafone Investments, Alexis Kantt, Managing Director at Blackstone, and Zeynep Lucchini Gilera, Investment Director at InfraVia, among other industry leaders. 

Ticket price: Starting at £3250 + VAT (US$4,016.41)

Date: Last held January 2025

Location: Convene 133 Houndstitch, London

Site: https://world-congress.tmtfinance.com/

Save the Date: January 29-30, 2026

3. AEC M&A Summit: Transactions, Trends, and Tactics for Driving Growth Goals

The AEC M&A Summit is the premier M&A conference for the architecture and engineering industry. This event brings together firm principals, executives, capitalization experts, investors, and financial analysts for two days of solutions-based workshops, panels, and networking sessions designed to reshape growth strategies for 2025 and beyond. 

Attendees will learn the latest data on AEC valuations and transactions, get insider perspectives on current deal structures, and interact directly with key dealmakers, including strategic buyers and private equity investors. 

The summit also offers new approaches to acquisition financing and proven solutions to common M&A challenges, providing diverse perspectives from both buyers and sellers within the industry. 

Ticket price: Starting at $2,395

Date: TBD (Last held February 2025)

Location: Paradise Island, Bahamas

Site: https://go.psmj.com/aecmasummit

4. ACG Silicon Valley M&A Tech Connect 2025

ACG Silicon Valley M&A Tech Connect 2025 is tailored for C-suite executives, M&A professionals, venture capitalists, and startup leaders, bringing together some of the brightest minds in Silicon Valley to discuss the future of M&A in the tech industry. 

Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in personalized 1:1 meetings, expertly curated to align with their business objectives and create valuable connections.

Beyond structured networking, the event features thought-provoking panel discussions and captivating fireside chats, where industry leaders share insights on the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in tech M&A. 

With limited availability, early registration is encouraged. For more details, attendees can reach out to acgsv@acg.org.

Ticket price: Available upon inquiry 

Date: TBD (Last held March 2025)

Location: Levi’s® Stadium, Santa Clara, CA

Site: https://www.acg.org/sv/events/acg-silicon-valley-ma-tech-connect-2025

5. Southeast M&A and Business Symposium

Now in its 11th year, the 2025 Southeast M&A and Business Symposium brings together over 200 architecture, engineering (AE), and environmental industry executives and investors from across the Southeast, North America, and overseas.

Attendees will have the opportunity to forge new connections, gain insights into the latest trends in industry capitalization and M&A, and explore the future of the industry.

Notable sessions include the "State of the Industry" presentation, the "Future of the Industry CEO Panel," and discussions on M&A trends and valuations.

Ticket price: Starting at $1,900

Date: TBD (Last held March 2025)

Location: Mandarin Oriental Miami in Miami, FL

Site: https://www.morrisseygoodale.com/events/southeast-ae-mergers-and-acquisitions-symposium/

6. M&A Conference at Wharton San Francisco

This two-day conference, hosted by the Transaction Advisors Institute, guides participants through each phase of the M&A process, from deal origination to holding onto a target’s best people. The conference is aimed at everybody with M&A on their agenda, from corporate development executives to private equity professionals.

Event sessions cover numerous topics, such as M&A Sentiment and Readiness, Developing Proprietary Deal Flow, M&A Target Diligence, Shifting Antitrust Dynamics, Crafting Deal Protections, and Integration Frameworks, among others. 

Ticket price: $2,000 (Free for members)

Date: TBD (Last held March 2025)

Location: Wharton, San Francisco

Site: https://www.transactionadvisors.com/courses/m-a-conference-at-wharton-san-francisco-march-2025

7. 2025 Distressed Investing Summit

The 2025 Distressed Investing Summit, organized by The M&A Advisor, brings together industry leaders, investors, legal experts, and advisors to discuss the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges in distressed investing and corporate restructuring.

The summit includes a Deal Forum featuring keynote discussions and fireside chats with esteemed industry figures, including Wilbur Ross, former US Secretary of Commerce and private equity investor.  

Attendees will also have access to the M&A Connects mobile app, facilitating one-on-one meetings to foster lasting business relationships. Two types of event tickets are available, including Deal Forum tickets and Evening Events tickets. Attendees should purchase both types to enjoy the complete summit. 

Ticket price: Deal Forum: $495, Evening Events: Starting at $1,695

Date: TBD (Last held March 2025)

Location: West Palm Beach, FL

Site: https://events.maadvisor.com/2025DistressedInvestingSummit#/ 

8. Buyer-Led M&A™ Virtual Summit

​The Buyer-Led M&A™ Virtual Summit is a half-day, interactive virtual event designed to empower M&A professionals to take control of their deal processes. Hosted by DealRoom, the Summit focuses on the Buyer-Led M&A™ framework, which emphasizes proactive buyer engagement throughout the M&A lifecycle—from due diligence through post-merger integration. 

The Summit features live discussions with industry leaders from organizations such as IVC Evidensia, Brenton Point Capital Partners, Easton Select Group, and Block. These sessions will include real-world case studies and practical advice, offering insights into building scalable, repeatable frameworks that go beyond traditional project management. 

Notably, Kison Patel, founder of DealRoom and host of the M&A Science Podcast, will open the Summit by introducing the Buyer-Led M&A™ framework and moderating a panel of serial acquirers sharing their experiences. With over 500 attendees expected, the summit provides a platform for corporate development leaders and M&A experts to explore innovative approaches to deal-making. 

Ticket price: Free

Date: April 24, 2025

Location: Virtual 

Site: https://dealroom.net/library/buyer-led-m-a-tm-virtual-summit 

9. Smart Business Dealmakers Conference

This premier event brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and advisers for a full day of dynamic content and networking opportunities, focusing on the middle-market M&A landscape. 

The conference agenda includes a series of sessions covering critical aspects of M&A, such as buy-side and sell-side strategies, deal preparation, financing, and family business dynamics.  Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with industry experts through panel discussions and networking breaks, facilitating meaningful connections and knowledge exchange.

Notable speakers at the event include Tyson Bickley, Partner at Holland & Knight LLP; Ty Black, Head of Business Development at Neuberger Berman; Brian Cronin, Principal at Brightstar Capital Partners; and Chris Ferrell, CEO of Endeavor Business Media, among others. 

Ticket price: Starting at $495

Date: May 1, 2025

Location: Nashville, TN

Site: https://www.smartbusinessdealmakers.com/nashville//event/

10. M&A Source 2025 Spring Conference & Deal Market

This conference is focused on the lower middle market. Spread over three days, it is set to feature a range of keynote speakers and excellent opportunities for networking, particularly in the M&A workshops that follow the speakers.

Although not one of the most high-profile conferences, M&A source is usually well attended by M&A practitioners at this end of the market.

Ticket Price: Available upon inquiry

Date: May 19-21, 2025

‍Location: Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld®, Orlando, FL

Site: https://masource.org/event/2025-spring-conference-deal-market/

11. Western States M&A and Business Symposium

Over the course of two dynamic days, leaders from architecture, engineering, and environmental (AE) firms nationwide will gather to explore strategies for driving growth and advancing their organizations. 

Attendees will gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of strategy, innovation, and M&A trends shaping the AE industry, all while networking with top industry executives, buyers, sellers, and investors.

Ticket price: Registration is not yet open at the time of this writing 

Date: June 11-13, 2025

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Site: https://www.morrisseygoodale.com/events/western-states-ma-and-business-symposium/

12. M&A Conference at the University of Chicago

The 2025 M&A Conference at the University of Chicago is an esteemed annual event exclusively designed for corporate M&A professionals, including corporate development leaders, in-house M&A and antitrust counsel, and private equity investors. 

The conference aims to address current challenges impacting complex transactions and explore innovative methods to enhance the deal process and overall M&A performance. 

Sessions cover a wide range of topics, including Shifting Deal Points, Crafting Deal Protections, Designing Retention Agreements and Restrictive Covenants, Integration Frameworks, Minority Investment Structuring, Joint Venture Structuring, Divestiture Structuring, and Effective M&A Deals and Performance Measures.

Ticket price: $2,000 (Free for members)

Date: June 25-26, 2025

Location: University of Chicago, Chicago, IL

Site: https://www.transactionadvisors.com/courses/m-a-conference-at-the-university-of-chicago-june-2025

13. AM&AA Summer Conference

​The 2025 AM&AA Summer Conference, scheduled for July 15–16 in Chicago, is a premier gathering for middle-market M&A professionals. Hosted by the Alliance of M&A Advisors (AM&AA), this annual event offers a dynamic environment for dealmakers, including investment bankers, private equity investors, lenders, attorneys, CPAs, consultants, and other advisors from around the world. 

Collectively, attendees represent over $1 billion in transactional buying power, making this a must-attend event for those seeking to expand their network and close deals.

Highlights of the event include the exclusive Deal Connect sessions, where private equity professionals can engage in 20-minute meetings with middle-market intermediaries and investment bankers to explore diverse transaction opportunities. Additionally, attendees can participate in six educational sessions and four interactive workshops led by industry thought leaders, covering pressing topics that impact the M&A landscape today and in the future.

Ticket price: $1,195 (AM&AA Members), $1,495 (General Admission) 

Date: July 15-16, 2025

Location: Chicago, IL 

Site: https://www.amaaconference.com/2025SummerConference 

14. M&A SoCal 2025

The M&A SoCal 2025 conference, organized by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) Los Angeles chapter, brings together top professionals in M&A to foster dealmaking, share insights, and build valuable connections.

The conference includes DealSource sessions, keynote presentations, panel discussions, and unique networking experiences such as axe throwing, mini golf, whiskey tasting, basketball, and tequila tasting. 

M&A SoCal 2025 is tailored for investment bankers, private equity professionals, advisors, and corporate executives involved in M&A transactions. The event provides a platform to discuss current trends, challenges, and opportunities within the middle-market M&A landscape.

Ticket price: Registration is not yet open at the time of this writing 

Date: September 15-17, 2025

Location: Beverly Hills, CA

Site: https://www.acg.org/los-angeles/events/ma-socal-2025  

15. 2025 Leadership in Dealmaking Summit

The 2025 Leadership in Dealmaking Summit, organized by The M&A Advisor, brings together top executives, thought leaders, and dealmakers from around the globe to address pressing issues in M&A and corporate finance.

The summit offers a comprehensive agenda featuring international M&A thought leadership sessions, providing attendees with valuable insights into the latest trends and strategies shaping the industry. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in M&A Connects Networking and One-on-One Meetings, fostering meaningful connections and facilitating business development.

With an expected delegation of approximately 400 professionals and a faculty comprising 40 leading M&A experts, academics, and media representatives, the summit serves as a valuable platform for knowledge exchange and professional growth.

Ticket price: Starting at $1,695

Date: September 16-17, 2025

Location: New York, NY

Site: https://events.maadvisor.com/2025LeadershipInDealmakingSummit 

16. M&A Conference at Cornell Tech New York

The 2025 M&A Conference at Cornell Tech New York is exclusively designed for corporate M&A professionals, including corporate development leaders, in-house M&A and antitrust counsel, and private equity investors. 

The conference aims to address current challenges impacting complex transactions and explore innovative methods to enhance the deal process and overall M&A performance.

Topics on the agenda include M&A Readiness, M&A Sentiment and Readiness, Developing Proprietary Deal Flow, M&A Target Diligence, Shifting Antitrust Dynamics, Shifting Deal Points, Crafting Deal Protections, Designing Retention Agreements and Restrictive Covenants, Integration Frameworks, Minority Investment Structuring, Joint Venture Structuring, Divestiture Structuring, and Effective M&A Teams and Performance Measures.

Ticket price: $2,000 (Free for members)

Date: September 17-18, 2025

Location: Cornell Tech, New York, NY

Site: https://www.transactionadvisors.com/courses/m-a-conference-at-cornell-tech-new-york-city-september-2025

17. Texas and the South M&A and Business Symposium

The 2025 Texas and the South M&A and Business Symposium brings together leaders from AE firms nationwide to discuss strategies for advancing their organizations and driving growth. 

Attendees will explore the convergence of strategy, innovation, and M&A trends reshaping the AE industry while networking with industry executives, buyers, sellers, and investors.

Sessions will cover a range of topics, including market trends, strategic planning, and successful M&A case studies. Networking opportunities are integrated throughout the event, allowing attendees to connect with peers and industry experts to foster relationships and explore potential collaborations.

Ticket price: Registration is not yet open at the time of this writing. 

Date: October 21-23, 2025

Location: Houston, TX

Site: https://www.morrisseygoodale.com/events/texas-and-the-south-ma-and-business-symposium/

18. M&A Source 2025 Fall Conference & Deal Market

The 2025 Fall Conference & Deal Market, organized by M&A Source, brings together professionals in the lower middle market for networking, education, and dealmaking opportunities.

The conference agenda includes workshops covering various aspects of dealmaking, providing attendees with valuable insights and strategies. 

A central feature of the event is the Deal Market, where advisors, private equity firms, family offices, and search funds convene to explore potential transactions and partnerships.

Ticket price: Registration is not yet open at the time of this writing. 

Date: November 9-12, 2025

Location: Arizona Grand Resort & Spa, Phoenix, AZ

Site: https://masource.org/event/2025-fall-conference-deal-market/

19. 2025 Future of Dealmaking Summit

The 2025 Future of Dealmaking Summit, organized by The M&A Advisor, brings together top executives, thought leaders, and M&A professionals from across the globe to explore cutting-edge trends, share invaluable insights, and build lasting connections.

The summit features financing, restructuring, and M&A thought leadership sessions, providing attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the current and future landscape of dealmaking.

A key component of the event is the M&A Connects Networking and One-on-One Meetings, facilitating meaningful interactions among participants to foster business development and collaboration.

Ticket price: Registration is not yet open at the time of this writing. 

Date: November 18-19, 2025

Location: New York, NY

Site: https://maadvisor.com/maalerts/mark-your-calendars-unmissable-thrills-at-the-ma-advisors-2025-must-attend-events/

1. M&A Science Fair 2023

The M&A Science Fair aims to reimagine the traditional conference. Rooted in science, this event challenges each participant with the intriguing question: "What's your hypothesis?" Attendees are invited to bring their ideas to the table, and through M&A Science's platform, test and refine these ideas in a collaborative peer-to-peer environment.

Ditch the old-school and step into the next era of M&A knowledge, leaving equipped with practical solutions that will elevate your practice. Exclusive to industry leaders, this invitation-only event is an unmissable opportunity to engage, learn, and grow with the best in the business.

Ticket price: $499

Date: October 5, 2023

Site: https://www.mascience.com/fair

2. AM&AA Winter Conference 2023

The AM&AA Winter Conference is the first of 2023, and usually considered one that shouldn’t be missed. The conference has a history of delivering outstanding educational content and networking opportunities, usually in a prestigious setting. The subject matter is generally topical and informative.

Ticket price: $1,195 ($895 for members)

Date: February 8 & 9, 2023

Location: The Vinoy Renaissance, St. Petersburg, FL.

Site: https://www.amaaconference.com/

3. M&A Conference at Wharton San Francisco

This conference, hosted by Transaction Advisors, is one of the first high-profile M&A conference of 2023, and is aimed solely at everybody - from corporate development executives to private equity professionals - with M&A on their agenda. The conference runs over two days and covers a range of relevant subject matter.

Topics covered this year include: seeking synergy, optimizing M&A pipelines, demonstrations in the latest M&A technology, and divestiture obligation. The conference also features what looks like an interesting presentation, titled: “welcome to the era of conditional transactions.” The first day includes a wine reception, which gives an excellent opportunity for networking.

Ticket price: $1,950 ($1,450 for members)

Date: March 15 & 16, 2023

Location: Wharton San Francisco

Site: https://www.transactionadvisors.com/courses/m-a-conference-at-wharton-san-francisco-march-2023

4. TMT World Congress 2023

With technology stocks facing unprecedented headwinds, insights from the January 2023 edition of the TMT World Congress cannot come soon enough. With over 100 speakers, the conference offers an unrivaled opportunity to get a handle on M&A developments in digital infrastructure, telecoms, cloud and software.

The conference is structured to offer a flexible range of options for attendees, including everything from CEO fireside chats to breakout roundtable sessions. Speakers for 2023 include Dharm Sury, Head of Datacenter Development in Europe at Brookfield, and Oliver Bradley, Managing Director of Digital Infra Investing at Macquarie Capital.

Ticket price: $2,695

Date: January 25 & 26, 2023

Location: Hilton London Bankside

Site: https://www.tmtfinance.com/world-congress/pricing

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5. M&A Science Spring Summit 2023

It’s time for new M&A ideas to bloom. Sourcing a deal that is quick to diligence and easy to integrate feels like searching for a four-leaf clover. Register for M&A Science Spring Summit of March 2023 and become your company’s M&A good luck charm.

Come and learn new M&A tips and techniques that will leave you feeling like you just found a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.

During the summit, hear from experts in internal diligence, careers in corporate development, M&A landscapes, M&A law, and private equity trends, such as Pat Belotti, M&A Integration expert, previously at Cisco, Microsoft, and Zendesk, among others.

Date: March 8, 2023

Site: M&A Science Spring Summit

Become an M&A Science Academy user today to view past recordings -> https://www.mascience.com/academy

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I attend an M&A conference? 

M&A conferences provide a unique opportunity to network with dealmakers, gain industry insights, stay updated on the latest market trends, and learn best practices from leading experts. They can also help in sourcing potential deals and partnerships.

Are these conferences useful for startups and small businesses? 

Yes, certain conferences, such as ACG Silicon Valley M&A Tech Connect 2025 and Smart Business Dealmakers Conference, cater to startups, middle-market businesses, and emerging companies by connecting them with investors and strategic buyers.

Which M&A conference is best for private equity professionals? 

Conferences like M&A Source 2025 Spring Conference & Deal Market and The Future of Dealmaking Summit are highly attended by private equity firms and investors, offering valuable sessions on deal structuring, due diligence, and exit strategies.

What are the key themes typically covered in M&A conferences? 

Key topics include deal origination, due diligence, valuation strategies, M&A integration, regulatory changes, cross-border transactions, and distressed asset investing. Tech-driven conferences also explore trends like AI in M&A and digital transformation.