Blank Rome LLP hosts 2026 M&A Outlook Forum

Blank Rome attorney Josef B. Volman, who serves as co-chair of the firm’s Boston office, has been selected to moderate the Association for Corporate Growth Boston Chapter’s (ACG Boston) 2026 M&A Outlook Forum. The event is scheduled to take place on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 3:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the UMass Club in Boston, Massachusetts. Blank Rome is proud to be a sponsor of this forum.

The program for the event will commence with a forward-thinking conversation about the current macroeconomic trends that are influencing the landscape of dealmaking in 2026. To wrap up the event, there will be an engaging exchange of ideas among industry professionals, discussing the changing mergers and acquisitions (M&A) arena and exploring the potential opportunities on the horizon.

Speakers at the event will include Yung-Yu Ma, Ph.D, Chief Investment Strategist at PNC, Morgan Ley, Managing Director at G2 Capital Advisors, Paul Koeniger, Managing Director at Bertram Capital, and Derek Mohamed, CPWA®, CEPA®, Managing Director at Mohamed Merola Private Wealth – J.P. Morgan Wealth Management. The discussion will be moderated by Josef B. Volman, Partner and Co-Chair of the Boston office at Blank Rome.

Participants at the Forum can look forward to an enlightening discussion featuring keynote speakers who are experts in their respective fields. Yung-Yu Ma will offer insights into the current investment landscape, while the other speakers will share their perspectives on the trends and opportunities within the M&A market.

This event promises to be an invaluable opportunity for attendees to gain a deeper understanding of the current economic climate and its impact on dealmaking. By engaging in discussions with industry leaders and peers, participants will have the chance to exchange ideas and insights, ultimately fostering a more comprehensive view of the opportunities that lie ahead in the M&A landscape.

For those interested in learning more about the Forum and its speakers, additional information can be found on the M&A Outlook Forum webpage. This event is sure to provide valuable insights and perspectives on the evolving M&A market in 2026.