Kairos Meade.com

A major determinant in a successful strategic partnering transaction is the ability to efficiently and effectively focus a dedicated set of resources on the partnering task. Our relationship with our clients is characterized by: • A Close, Team-Based Approach • Kairos approach at Critical Mass • Resources Dedicated to the Transaction • Objectivity and Speed • Strong Deal Process Management The Mutual Evaluation Process Initial Assessment • Assess readiness for partnering • Fit with corporate strategy and financing plans • IP/competition • Partner appeal Formalize Working Relationship • Agree on core objectives and scope • Understand all expectations on value and timing • Initiate mutual reference checks • Finalize contract The Deal Management Process Strategic Partnering Planning • Identify strategic value of deal • Determine deal structure and comparables • Develop key target list and synergies • Author/editor development of materials Identify High Value Prospects • Initiate horse race to maximize value and shorten timeline • Manage discussions to term sheets with high priority prospects Negotiations, Due Diligence and Close • Negotiate deal • Tightly manage due diligence process • Close deal Darren Meade, the Managing Director of Kairos-Meade, has a life, which exhibits the quintessential triumphant story. He was orphaned and homeless at the age of 15, weighing less than 100 pounds and today negotiates multi-million dollar agreements. His business career developed initially from his passion for body building. As a youth, he was taken in by individuals who allowed him to utilize their company gym. Darren focused that passion and successfully won several awards in competitive bodybuilding, culminating in winning the Mr. North America title for the middleweight division and represented the United States in international events. His extensive exposure in competitive bodybuilding assisted in developing relationships with industry leaders in the medical device and nutritional supplement industries. It was in sales and marketing that Darren discovered a special niche. He has an innate ability to quickly assess what an organization needs and present viable solutions. Darren was not satisfied with the ability to communicate and sell products. He learned valuable functions regarding finance, operations, production and distribution, which subsequently benefited his ascent to bec