From Kitchen To Close: Navigating Restaurant M&A In Today's Market

Date and Time
June 17, 2026

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Duration

60 minutes

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What You'll Hear

Whether you’re considering a sale, exploring growth through acquisition, or simply want to understand how market dynamics are shifting, this webinar will provide actionable insights from experienced advisors and operators in the field.

Our panel of experts will share real-world perspectives on what’s driving restaurant M&A activity today—and what it takes to successfully prepare for and execute a transaction in a more complex economic environment.

What's Covered:

  • Current restaurant M&A trends, including valuation shifts and active buyers in the market.
  • Key factors that make a restaurant business attractive—and “sellable”—to buyers.
  • Financial and operational steps to prepare for a successful transaction.
  • Legal and structural considerations unique to restaurant deals.
  • Lessons learned from active participants in the restaurant M&A market.
  • Common risks and deal pitfalls that can impact valuation or delay closing.

Featured Panelists:

Moderated by Kaz Unalan, Co-Leader of GBQ's Restaurant Services. 

Who Should Attend?

This session is ideal for C-level restaurant leaders, owners, and investors looking to better understand how to position their business and make informed strategic decisions in today’s M&A environment.

Speakers

kaz-unalan

Kaz Unalan

Partner, Tax & Advisory Read full bio >
kyle-mckee

Kyle McKee

Director, Transaction Advisory Services Read full bio >
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