Michael Hofer

Michael Hofer

Biography

For more than two decades, I’ve worked at the heart of strategic decision-making — helping leaders navigate growth, transformation, and complexity with clarity and confidence.

My background spans international CFO roles, hands-on M&A execution, board advisory work, and executive coaching. Across industries, geographies, and business models, my work has been driven by one consistent focus: turning strategic ambition into sustainable results.

I’ve led and advised on 30+ mergers and acquisitions, supporting companies throughout the full lifecycle — from defining the strategic rationale and conducting rigorous due diligence to negotiating transactions, leading integrations, and improving post-deal performance. These experiences form the foundation of my books, Demystifying Mergers and Acquisitions, M&A for SMEs, and The M&A Integration Handbook, which are designed to make complex deal dynamics practical and actionable for executives and business owners.

Latest Episodes

Episode 345: AI as a Superpower in Finance and M&A

AI as a Superpower in Finance and M&A

As the financial landscape rapidly evolves, understanding how to leverage AI can help CFOs and M&A specialists address common challenges, turning obstacles into opportunities. Join Dr. Darren, your host of Embracing …