State of M&A Conference 2026 | Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Northeast Wisconsin’s small and mid-sized businesses represent decades of hard work, community investment, and family legacy. Ensuring that value is recognized, grown, and transferred well is one of the most vital aspects of economic development in our region. The State of M&A Conference 2026, now in its eighth year, returns to the Oneida Hotel & Conference Center in Green Bay on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, where owners and advisors come to get that conversation right.
The State of M&A has become the New North region’s premier gathering for business owners, CEOs, and deal professionals focused on mergers and acquisitions. But it’s about more than deal-making; it’s about the health and continuity of the small and mid-sized businesses that form the backbone of our regional economy.
For communities across northeast Wisconsin, locally owned businesses aren’t just economic engines; they represent generational legacies. When owners lack proper information or planning to guide their businesses through transitions, the impact extends far beyond the company itself. Jobs can be put at risk, vendor relationships may face disruption, and the loss of community investment becomes a real possibility. Events like the State of M&A Conference are designed to address these challenges, helping ensure successful transitions and preserving the foundations that sustain the region.
This year’s full-day program brings together keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and the always-popular Lower Middle Market Shark Tank, a live private equity panel where attendees watch real firms evaluate and bid on a hypothetical company in real time. Keynote presentations include:
- Value Acceleration: Aligning Business, Personal and Financial Goals for Maximum Value by Scott Snider, President of the Exit Planning Institute
- 2026 Economic Outlook from Corey Schroer, CFA, of Goldman Sachs.
Attendees will walk away with a grounded view of current M&A market conditions, insight into what buyers and lenders are prioritizing, and practical strategies for strengthening business value.
New North is proud to serve as an in-kind sponsor for this event, supporting the continued growth and success of our regional business community.
If you own or advise a business in the New North, this is a day worth putting on your calendar.
