TheCorpDevCo.

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Institutional-Grade Corp Dev Capability. Without the Overhead.

Strategic support for ambitious companies in the U.S. and Asia, from acquisition thesis through integration.

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Find
opportunities
Execute
with discipline
Create
lasting value
Bridge
markets
01 /Why outsourced corp dev?

Build vs. Buy vs. Outsource

Get the same outcomes with greater flexibility and value.

In-House TeamFull-time team Consulting FirmProject-based TheCorpDevCo.Ongoing, flexible partner
CommitmentFull-time, long-termProject-based, limited continuityFlexible, on-demand
ExpertiseLimited by hiresHigh quality but rotationalSenior, experienced professionals
Execution supportSlow to buildAdvisory onlyHands-on execution
Integration supportOften limitedSeparate engagementEnd-to-end support
ScalabilityDifficult and costlyNew engagement requiredScale up or down as needed
02 /The challenge

Big Ambitions. Real Constraints.

Most mid-market companies see M&A as a key driver of growth, but face significant internal gaps.

The Ambition

Accelerate growth through acquisitions
Enter new markets
Access new technologies and talent
Stay competitive

The Reality

No dedicated corp dev team
Limited bandwidth from the existing team
Little deal experience and no repeatable process
High opportunity cost and execution risk

You don't need a full department. You need the right partner.

TheCorpDevCo.
03 /Our product suite

End-to-End Corp Dev Solutions

Modular, flexible products tailored to your stage and needs.

Strategy
Execution
Capability
Growth

1. Corp Dev Assessment

Understand where you are and where you can create more value.

  • M&A opportunity landscape
  • Current-state assessment
  • Gap analysis
  • Prioritized roadmap

2. Deal Execution Support

Hands-on support from sourcing to close and integration.

  • Target sourcing
  • Due diligence coordination
  • Valuation support
  • Deal structuring and negotiation
  • Integration planning and execution

3. Team Enablement & Training

Build internal capability for long-term success.

  • Operating model design
  • Playbooks and templates
  • Team training and workshops
  • Ongoing advisory and coaching

4. Cross-Border Advisory

Use our U.S.–Korea network to open up opportunities others can't reach.

  • Korea ↔ U.S. market entry support
  • Local partner identification
  • Regulatory and market insights
  • JVs, minority investments and strategic partnerships
04 /Product deep dive — Corp Dev Assessment

Build a Clear, Actionable Roadmap

A data-driven assessment to help you prioritize the right opportunities and build the right foundation.

  1. 1
    Evaluate

    Current corp dev capability, processes and deal history.

  2. 2
    Identify

    White-space opportunities and strategic priorities.

  3. 3
    Assess

    Organizational, process and talent gaps, scored on a 1–5 maturity rubric.

  4. 4
    Deliver

    A practical roadmap with quick wins and a long-term plan.

Sample outputIllustrative, not client data
Opportunity landscape Strategic fit → Attractiveness →
CoreAdjacentTransformational
Capability assessment SourcingDiligenceExecution IntegrationTalentGovernance
Prioritized roadmap 0–3 months3–12 months12+ months Quick winsBuildScale
05 /Product deep dive — Deal Execution Support

From Pipeline to Post-Close

Experienced support across the full deal lifecycle.

Source
Evaluate
Execute
Integrate

Target Sourcing

  • Proprietary research
  • Market mapping
  • Target list development
  • Outbound support, subject to legal review

Due Diligence

  • Commercial, financial and operational support
  • Third-party advisor coordination
  • Risk assessment
  • Investment thesis refinement

Deal Structuring & Negotiation

  • Valuation support
  • Deal modeling
  • Term sheet and agreement support
  • IC materials and closing readiness

Integration

  • Day 1 and 100-day planning
  • Functional workstreams (finance, HR, IT, ops)
  • Synergy tracking
  • Ongoing execution support
06 /Product deep dive — Team enablement & cross-border

Team Enablement & Training

Turn knowledge into capability.

Operating Model DesignThe right structure, governance, IC gates and processes for your stage.
Playbooks & TemplatesPractical tools drawn from real deal experience.
Team TrainingHands-on workshops, bootcamps or a tailored academy.
Ongoing AdvisoryEmbedded support as you execute.

Example training topics

M&A 101 for non-corp dev teamsDue diligence deep diveValuation and deal modelingIntegration best practices

Cross-Border Advisory

Open up opportunities between the U.S. and Korea.

Market Entry SupportGo-to-market strategy and local partner identification.
Strategic PartnershipsJVs, minority investments and commercial collaboration.
Regulatory & Market InsightsNavigate local requirements and market dynamics.
Local Network AccessOur trusted network in Korea and the U.S.

Example use cases

Korean company expanding to the U.S.U.S. company entering the Korean marketStrategic partner searchLocal market due diligence
07 /Full service catalog

Six Services. One Deal Lifecycle.

Engage us for a single stage, or let us install and run the whole function.

01Flagship · 3–16 weeks

M&A Capability Transformation

Install a repeatable M&A operating capability.

  • Maturity assessment across eight dimensions
  • Governance, IC gates, decision rights, RACIs
  • Playbooks, templates and CRM setup
  • Corporate Development Academy
Ways to engage
Assess · 3–4 weeksBuild · 8–10 weeksTransform · 12–16 weeks
024–8 weeks

M&A Strategy & Acquisition Roadmap

  • Growth thesis and acquisition criteria
  • Industry and target landscape
  • Buy / build / partner analysis
  • Capital allocation scenarios and 3-year roadmap
DeliverablesBoard-ready inorganic growth strategy and prioritized target archetypes.
036–12 month retainer

Deal Origination & Pipeline Management

  • Target mapping and prioritization
  • CRM and pipeline setup
  • Strategic fit screening
  • Monthly pipeline governance and reporting
DeliverablesQualified pipeline, target profiles and next-step recommendations.
04Per transaction

Transaction Execution & Diligence

  • Workplan and cross-functional coordination
  • Diligence requests, data room and advisors
  • RAIDD log and executive escalation
  • IC reporting and closing readiness
DeliverablesDiligence risk assessment, decision materials and closing plan.
053–9 months

Post-Merger Integration & Value Realization

  • Integration thesis and target operating model
  • Day 1 and 100-day planning
  • IMO governance and workplans
  • Synergy accountability and KPI reporting
DeliverablesDay 1 plan, integration dashboard and value capture tracking.
066–12 month retainer

Outsourced Corporate Development Office

  • Fractional head of corp dev
  • Strategy and pipeline reviews
  • Investment committee support
  • Deal evaluation and team coaching
Levels of support
Advisor · monthly guidanceEmbedded · weekly capacityEnterprise · multi-workstream
Extension

Integration Debt Assessment

Find and clear what past acquisitions left unfinished.

Extension

M&A Technology & AI Enablement

CRM, data rooms, dashboards and AI-assisted workflows.

Extension

Corp Dev Team Coaching

Ongoing coaching for an in-house lead or new deal team.

08 /Impact

Delivering Measurable Impact

More Deals

A stronger pipeline and higher-quality opportunities.

Faster Execution

From idea to close, with proven processes.

Lower Cost

Institutional-grade capability without a full-time team.

Lower Risk

Experienced guidance across diligence, execution and integration.

09 /Clients & differentiation

Who We Serve

Mid-Market CompaniesBuilding or augmenting corp dev capability
Private Equity & Growth InvestorsSupporting portfolio companies with M&A and integration
Korean & Asian CompaniesExpanding into the U.S. and global markets
U.S. CompaniesExploring opportunities in Korea and Asia

Why The CorpDev Co.

Senior TalentBackgrounds in corp dev, equity research and operating roles
Practical ExecutionNot just strategy. We get deals done.
Flexible EngagementModular, scalable and cost-efficient
Cross-Border ExpertiseDeep U.S.–Korea connectivity

Every engagement is scoped to your deal volume, complexity and geography. Outreach to potential targets is planned subject to legal review. Legal opinions, audits and fairness opinions are outside our scope and are delivered by qualified third parties.

Get started

Start with a Corp Dev Assessment.

In 3–4 weeks you'll have a maturity scorecard, an opportunity landscape and a prioritized roadmap for your M&A function. We respond within one business day.

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Seattle · California