Videos

M&A Empow’her’ment – Spotlighting the Women in the M&A World

M&A Empow’her’ment is a groundbreaking video series dedicated to empowering and celebrating women’s achievements in the dynamic world of M&A.

The mission of M&A Empow’her’ment is to amplify the voices, experiences, and achievements of women in M&A. Through insightful conversations, personal experiences, and expert insights, our goal is to inspire, empower, and provide a platform for women to share their journeys, strategies, struggles, and lessons learned while navigating the intricate and dynamic M&A world.

M&A Empow’her’ment is broken down into several mini-episodes to cover current and relevant topics in the M&A world. In every episode, we extend a warm invitation to the innovators, industry trailblazers, and professional experts to impart their wisdom and share their stories. Through captivating and stimulating conversations, we strive to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and drive positive change for future generations of women in M&A.

New Episode!

Empowering Growth Through Aligned Capital

In this episode of M&A Empow’her’ment, Kelsey sits down with Liddy Karter, Managing Partner at Mizzen Capital. Together, they explore the power of aligned capital and how it can drive meaningful professional success and personal growth.

Watch on YouTube

Previous Episodes

Network to Net Worth in Investment Banking

In episode 24 of M&A Empow’her’ment, Kelsey is joined by Kate Santacruz, Associate at DBD Investment Bank. Kelsey and Kate discuss the power of building your network as a woman in the Investment Banking space and how to convert your network into clients.

Watch on YouTube

Enhancing Clarity in Operating Expense Optimization

In episode 23, Kelsey is joined byTatiana Domanski , Strategic Partner at Schooley Mitchell. Kelsey and Tatiana discuss how to navigate best practices for women working in operating expense optimization.

Watch on YouTube

Meet Our Host

Kelsey Thomas has over 15 years of professional experience in assurance and transaction advisory services. In her role at Withum, she specializes in buy-side, sell-side, and other transaction-related advisory support services with in-depth knowledge and experience in the manufacturing, distribution and logistics, technology, and consumer products industries.

Contact Kelsey
M&A empowherment video series background

M&A Empow’her’ment Videos on YouTube

M&A Empow’her’ment is a groundbreaking video series dedicated to empowering and celebrating women’s achievements in the dynamic world of M&A. Subscribe to Withum’s YouTube channel for more exciting episodes!

View More Videos

Related Insights

Read more
spices
Specialty Ingredients M&A Market Update

The specialty ingredients market continues to stand out within the broader food and beverage industry. While overall food and beverage M&A activity has become more selective, specialty ingredients companies are benefiting from strong margins, demand for clean-label and nutrition-focused products, and continued consolidation across a fragmented market.

Read more
stacking up financial investments
October 2026 Middle Market M&A Update

Middle-market M&A activity continues to show resilience, but buyers and lenders are becoming increasingly selective. Quality businesses are commanding premium valuations, capital remains available and shifting economic conditions continue to influence transaction strategy and financing decisions. Withum Capital’s latest Middle Market Update looks at the M&A market trends shaping the current environment and what they…

Read more
Ritchie-Minassian-50-50
LA Times Names Two Withum Partners as Private Equity and M&A Visionaries

Johnny Minassian Johnny Minassian is a partner providing assurance, accounting and consulting services to investment advisers and private funds. He serves hedge, commodity, private equity, venture capital, loan and real estate funds throughout their life cycles. Johnny has helped grow the Firm’s Financial Services practice in Southern California and is connected to the deal community,…