Dec 10, 2025
The Art of Retaining People in an Acquisition - Insights from a Bolt-On Integration
by
David McVay
Head of the Enterprise Growth Office U.S. Bank
The real work of an acquisition happens after the contractโs signed: bridging cultures, preserving the acquired businessโ edge, and retaining people as smaller groups merge into a much larger organization.
In this video, David McVay (Head of the Enterprise Growth Office, U.S. Bank) shares the retention strategies heโs used for keeping acquired teams engaged during integration during a bolt-on acquisition. See how to:
Use peer connection strategies to build belonging without forcing assimilation
Deploy leadership champions who bridge cultural gaps and model integration
Navigate the tension between preserving identity and building connection across the new structure
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