Georg Keienburg

Georg Keienburg is a core member of Boston Consulting Group's Corporate Finance & Strategy practice, working primarily for industrial goods and health care clients. He leads BCG’s carve-out business in Europe and is the global topic lead for vendor due diligence.

Since joining the firm in 2012, Georg has supported corporate and private equity clients primarily on business plan and strategy developments, value-creation programs, divestments, and acquisitions. He helps clients transform their businesses by focusing on M&A and divestments.

His recent work at the firm includes large scale carve-outs in the health care, consumer, airline, and automotive industries; vendor due diligences; strategy; and equity story developments. He has also worked on several buy-side efforts for corporate and private equity clients.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

PhD, finance, University of Cologne
Master’s degree, business informatics, University of Duisburg-Essen

Publications and Videos

The 2021 M&A Report

The 2021 M&A Report: Mastering the Art of Breaking Up

Many companies are eyeing divestitures in the current environment. Are they likely to create value? What is the best path to success?

Answers to Three Pressing Carve-Out Questions

2021 has been a big year for trade sales, IPOs, and spinoffs. What are the motivations, costs, and success factors?

Don’t Let Carve-Out Costs Compromise Value Creation

Don’t Let Carve-Out Costs Compromise Value Creation

By following four imperatives, companies can ensure that a breakup doesn’t break the bank.

The 2020 M&A Report: Alternative Deals Gain Traction

The 2020 M&A Report: Alternative Deals Gain Traction

Companies are increasingly turning to innovative approaches to corporate collaboration to meet the challenges of the current crisis and adapt to disruptive megatrends.

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Taking the Stress Out of Distressed Carve-Outs

By taking three actions, companies can shave off about 40% of the time it takes to close a deal while maximizing value creation.

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Navigating Merger Clearance During the Crisis

Dealmakers should prepare for a slower clearance process in the near term and expanded regulatory scrutiny over the long term.

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COVID-19’s Impact on Global M&A

M&A can play a major role in helping companies survive the crisis. Preparation, steady nerves, and a willingness to be bold are the keys to success.

The 2019 M&A Report: Dealmakers Do Well in Downturns

Capital markets reward dealmakers who take the risk of pursuing acquisitions in a weak economy.

The 2019 M&A Report: How to Master M&A in a Downturn

Success requires careful preparation, thorough execution, and, especially, bold decision making in uncertain times.

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The 2019 M&A Report: Downturns Are a Better Time for Deal Hunting

M&A dealmakers can take advantage of downturn opportunities to position their company for profitable growth during the recovery.

As Tech Transforms Auto, Deals Are Booming

Auto companies are making deals to jump-start innovation, expand into new products, futureproof their business, and stay ahead of activist shareholders.

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As Global M&A Slows, Investor Activism Is on the Move

Activist-led deals can be highly effective in creating value—but they’re also highly public. Companies need to prepare before they become the target of a campaign.

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