In this episode, Tony Damian and Amelia Morgan talk with John O'Sullivan (affectionately known in the market as "JO’S"), a well-known M&A practitioner, chairman and company director with decades of deal experience.

JO'S shares his insights on takeover approaches: how to navigate those critical first steps and the importance of good preparation.

He also reflects on the influence of institutional shareholders, offers some do's and don'ts for potential bidders, and, as an unabashed fan, provides his thoughts on the role of the Takeovers Panel.

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