Battle-tested M&A transition experts delivering top-tier execution at boutique rates. 30+ years of proven experience across carve-outs, integrations, and separations—with the team chemistry to mobilise fast and deliver results
What We Do
Four Practice Areas.
One Integrated Team
Our services span the full deal lifecycle — from due diligence through Day 2 and beyond into transformation. All delivered by senior practitioners, personally engaged. Core services provide coverage across the M&A stages from due diligence, through execution and to value realisation.
Transition Planning covering DD through to Day 2
Future State Design across Tech, People, Process and Data
Due Diligence support across Tech, Data, People, Operations & Vendor Management
Integration or Separation Roadmap Development
TSA and Transaction Document Development
Financial Modeling & Business Case
Transition Risk Assessment, Readiness & Health-check review
Transition Planning & Design
Design the future-state operating model and build detailed transition roadmaps (or Separation Management Plans) through Due Diligence, signing to Day 1 and beyond to full separation or Integration (Day 2)
Program Mobilisation
Separation / Integration Delivery
Transition Office Management
Continuous Improvement and Lessons Learned
Specialist Resources (Program Leadership, BA, Architecture, PM. Change & Comms etc)
Synergy Tracking & Realisation Reporting
Transformation & Performance uplift
Execution & Delivery
Mobilise and run the program—standing up the Transition Management Office, delivering the integration/separation, and providing specialist resources where needed
Operating model design & redesign
BPO/ITO strategy & vendor selection
Outsourcing transition & cutover
Insourcing & contract exit
Performance improvement
Business Transformation
Design and deliver business transformation programmes — from operating model redesign through to outsourcing strategy, readiness and transition.
Technology Transformation
Build and execute technology strategy for organisations navigating structural change — post-deal or standalone. We specialise in regulated-sector environments where speed and precision matter.
Technology strategy & roadmap development
platform and architecture design
Technology Due Diligence
IT operating model design
Portco Technology Uplift
Cloud & legacy system rationalisation
Our capabilities span Tech & Data, Operating model and Design, Finance. Commercial & Vendor Management and Governance, Risk & Compliance
Why dealmakers choose Glideslope Partners
From strategy to separation and integration, we design a glidepath that keeps every phase of your deal aligned and measurable. Bringing top tier caliber expertise without the overheads, with a proven approach to Transitions and exceptional resources
Glideslope Partners
OUR ADVANTAGE
- 30-50% lower cost vs. top-tier
- Integrated and cohesive team with a proven track-record
- Battle tested M&A expertise across strategy & execution
- Mobilise fast
- Not Spread thin - limited engagements at one time
- Senior practitioners, not juniors
Meet the team
Bringing 30+ years of collective experience navigating the complexities of M&A transitions, transformation, and strategy—learning what works through hands-on delivery, not just advisory work. We combine experience as internal M&A operators with top-tier consulting and transformation expertise, giving us insight into both sides of the table and the execution discipline to deliver results
David Richardson
Co-Founder, Managing Partner
David specialises in M&A separation and integration, having led $2 bn+ in global transactions. He combines strategic rigour with on-the-ground execution to accelerate timelines, control costs, and manage risk across complex, regulated environments.
Philip Hyde
Co Founder, Principal
Phil is a transformation and M&A leader with proven expertise managing complex carve-outs into controlled, on-time transitions. With 10+ years leading major separations, he combines strategic insight and execution discipline to deliver Day 1 readiness and post-deal value.
Brett Strous
Co Founder, Principal - Glideslope Advisory
Brett is a technology strategy and transformation expert with 20+ years in banking and financial services. He drives large-scale M&A integration, legacy simplification, and target-state design, blending technical depth with clear business alignment.
Smooth transitions start with a single message. We’re ready when you are
Schedule a call to learn how Glideslope can turn your M&A execution capability into a powerful advantage.
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Your M&A
transition and transformation partner
Turning deal theory into execution reality
WHAT WE DO
PRIVACY POLICY
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Battle-tested M&A transition experts delivering top-tier execution at boutique rates. 30+ years of proven experience designing and executing integrations and separations—with an integrated team to mobilise fast and deliver results
Why dealmakers choose Glideslope Partners
From strategy to execution, we bring top calibre experts and proven approaches to ensure a smooth journey through every phase of your deal - without the top-tier consulting overheads
STRENGTHS
- Brand recognition
- Deep resource bench
CHALLENGES
- Premium pricing
- Junior team execution
- Slow mobilisation
Top-tier Consultants
Glideslope Partners
OUR ADVANTAGE
- 30-50% lower cost vs. top-tier
- Integrated and cohesive team with a proven track-record
- Battle tested M&A expertise across strategy & execution
- Mobilise fast
- Not Spread thin - limited engagements at one time
- Senior practitioners, not juniors
Direct Resourcing
STRENGTHS
- Lower day rates
- Direct control
CHALLENGES
- Slow recruitment cycle
- No team cohesion
- Building from scratch
- High coordination overhead
What We Do
Four Practice Areas.
One Integrated Team
Our services span the full deal lifecycle — from due diligence through Day 2 and beyond into transformation. All delivered by senior practitioners, personally engaged. Core services provide coverage across the M&A stages from due diligence, through execution and to value realisation.
Execution & Delivery
Mobilise and run the program—standing up the Transition Management Office, delivering the integration/separation, and providing specialist resources where needed
Transition Planning & Design
Design the future-state operating model and build detailed transition roadmaps (or Separation Management Plans) through Due Diligence, signing to Day 1 and beyond to full separation or Integration (Day 2)
Transition Planning covering DD through to Day 2
Future State Design across Tech, People, Process and Data
Due Diligence support across Tech, Data, People, Operations & Vendor Management
Integration or Separation Roadmap Development
TSA and Transaction Document Development
Financial Modeling & Business Case
Transition Risk Assessment, Readiness & Health-check review
Program Mobilisation
Separation / Integration Delivery
Transition Office Management
Continuous Improvement and Lessons Learned
Specialist Resources (Program Leadership, BA, Architecture, PM. Change & Comms etc)
Synergy Tracking & Realisation Reporting
Transformation & Performance uplift
Business Transformation
Design and deliver business transformation programmes — from operating model redesign through to outsourcing strategy, readiness and transition.
Technology Transformation
Build and execute technology strategy for organisations navigating structural change — post-deal or standalone. We specialise in regulated-sector environments where speed and precision matter.
Operating model design & redesign
BPO/ITO strategy & vendor selection
Outsourcing transition & cutover
Insourcing & contract exit
Performance improvement
Transformation & Performance uplift
Technology strategy & roadmap development
platform and architecture design
Technology Due Diligence
IT operating model design
Portco Technology Uplift
Cloud & legacy system rationalisation
Our capabilities span Tech & Data, Operating model and Design, Finance. Commercial & Vendor Management and Governance, Risk & Compliance
Meet the team
Bringing 30+ years of collective experience navigating the complexities of M&A transitions, transformation, and strategy—learning what works through hands-on delivery, not just advisory work. We combine experience as internal M&A operators with top-tier consulting and transformation expertise, giving us insight into both sides of the table and the execution discipline to deliver results
David Richardson
Co-Founder, Managing Partner
David specialises in M&A separation and integration, having led $2 bn+ in global transactions. He combines strategic rigour with on-the-ground execution to accelerate timelines, control costs, and manage risk across complex, regulated environments.
Philip Hyde
Founding Partner
Phil is a transformation and M&A leader with proven expertise managing complex carve-outs into controlled, on-time transitions. With 10+ years leading major separations, he combines strategic insight and execution discipline to deliver Day 1 readiness and post-deal value.
Brett Strous
Founding Partner
Brett is a technology strategy and transformation expert with 20+ years in banking and financial services. He drives large-scale M&A integration, legacy simplification, and target-state design, blending technical depth with clear business alignment.
Smooth transitions start with a single message. We’re ready when you are
Schedule a quick call to learn how Glideslope can turn your M&A execution capability into a powerful advantage.
Your M&A
transition and transformation partner
Turning deal theory into execution reality
WHAT WE DO