What separates deals that deliver from those that don’t? In this conversation, I share key lessons from more than 30 international transactions—why integration often fails, how culture and communication shape outcomes, and why managing complex deals through spreadsheets is not enough. I also explore how AI is transforming finance and M&A, from forecasting to due diligence. My key takeaway: success in M&A is not just about strategy—it’s about execution, people, and the ability to turn complexity into clarity.