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Selling an Edtech Business: The PositivePsychology.com Exit
PositivePsychology.com, a mission-driven edtech platform used by 19M+ professionals, was acquired in an 8-figure deal advised by FE International. This case study covers their growth, decision to sell, and the exit process.
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AI Business Valuation Model: The 2026 Guide for Founders (Methods, Metrics & Trends)
A comprehensive guide to the AI business valuation model for 2026, covering valuation methods, key metrics, and global market trends. Explains how founders should value AI companies based on proprietary technology, data assets, recurring revenue, and risk factors shaping AI valuations worldwide.
Deferred Revenue in SaaS Acquisitions: A Founder’s Guide
Deferred revenue is one of the most misunderstood and important concepts in SaaS acquisitions. In this guide, FE International’s Max Alderman explains how deferred revenue, accrual accounting, and RPO impact SaaS valuations and deal terms. From fair value haircuts to GAAP updates, learn how to navigate M&A negotiations and present your financials for maximum value.
How Much Is Your Business Really Worth? What Most Owners Get Wrong About Valuation
Lower middle market business owners: learn the real value of your company in 2025. We cover 5 business valuation methods (SDE, EBITDA, revenue, DCF, rule of thumb), common valuation mistakes, how strategic vs. PE vs. individual buyers view value, AI valuation tools vs. expert appraisers, and real SaaS, e-commerce & content business deal examples from 2024–2025.
FE International Advises on the Acquisition of HealthIM by Pender Software Holdings
FE International is pleased to announce its role as exclusive advisor to HealthIM, a public-safety and mental health technology company, in its acquisition by Pender Software Holdings Ltd. Backed by the Pender Growth Fund, PSH’s investment marks its strategic entry into healthcare and public safety technology. HealthIM’s platform, already adopted by agencies across Canada and expanding into the U.S., will continue to grow under Pender’s long-term ownership and support.
Dirk Sahlmer Joins FE International as Partner
FE International is proud to announce that Dirk Sahlmer has joined as Partner. With a career spanning engineering and SaaS M&A, Dirk brings extensive experience guiding founders through complex exits and strengthens FE International’s ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for clients worldwide.
Top 25 Best Podcasts for SaaS Founders
To help you continue to grow as a SaaS founder and to learn from some of the best, we’ve put together a comprehensive list of the 25 best podcasts for SaaS founders in 2024. You will hear expertise on topics ranging from building and exiting your SaaS to marketing your SaaS to unique customer bases. Whether you’re just getting started in the SaaS world or if you are building your seventh business, there is a podcast here for you:
FE International Celebrates Seventh Consecutive Inc. 5000 Recognition
FE International celebrates its 7th consecutive year on the Inc. 5000 list in 2025, recognizing sustained growth and leadership in technology M&A advisory across SaaS, e-commerce, content, and other high-growth sectors worldwide.
FE International Welcomes Ken Kubec as New Partner
Ken Kubec Joins FE International as Partner | Ecommerce M&A Expert
Raising Capital? This Fundraising Platform is Rewriting the Playbook
FE Capital is an AI-powered fundraising platform that helps founders and teams raise smarter with outreach automation and investor tracking.
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