Darren Patz

Darren Patz

Partner, DLA Piper

All Sessions by Darren Patz

October 29, 2026

The Deal Playbook: How BHB Companies Scale, Create Value, and Maximize Exit Outcomes by: DLA Piper
11:35 am - 12:05 pm

The best healthcare deals don’t create value at signing—they create value in the years that follow. Join private equity-backed executives, founders, investors, and their trusted advisors as they share practical lessons on scaling BHB companies, executing acquisitions and strategic partnerships, navigating regulatory complexity, and positioning businesses for a premium exit. Hear what separates the highest-performing platforms from those that struggle after the deal closes—and the lessons every founder and investor can apply.

This session will focus on:

· The strategic initiatives that drive enterprise value after an investment.

· How leading companies accelerate growth through acquisitions, health system, payor, employer, and strategic partnerships.

· The biggest integration mistakes made during the first 100 days—and how to avoid them.

· Lessons learned from both sides of the table—what investors, operators, and advisors wish they had known before closing the deal.

· Current trends in healthcare M&A, valuation drivers, and deal terms.

· How founders and management teams can prepare today for a successful future exit.

· Practical approaches to navigating regulatory, reimbursement, AI, and competitive challenges while maintaining growth.