Webinar

Strengthening Cyber Security in Food & Drink Manufacturing

As market pressures and consumer demands continue to evolve, food and drink manufacturers are increasingly turning to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as a route to sustainable growth. From expanding product portfolios to entering new markets, M&A can unlock significant strategic value—if approached with the right insight and preparation.

Join RSM’s M&A specialists Sam Dalziel, Stephanie Wilson and Head of Food and Drink, Stuart McCallum, for a focused session on how food and drink businesses can use M&A to drive growth and resilience.

This webinar will cover:

  • Current M&A activity and trends across the UK food and drink sector
  • Key strategic themes shaping M&A in food and drink manufacturing
  • How to prepare your business for M&A: planning, process and readiness

 

Whether you're actively considering M&A or simply exploring future options, this session will provide practical guidance to help you make informed, strategic decisions.

 

 

 

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Speakers

Sam Dalziel - Partner at RSM UK

Sam is a partner in consulting, specialising in deal services. She has provided financial due diligence and transaction support services to clients for over 10 years.

Over her career, she has worked in South Africa, Brazil and the UK, with clients from all over the world and across various different sectors.

Based in Manchester, Sam now focuses on the middle market and mid-cap private equity clients

Stuart McCallum - Partner and Head of food and drink at RSM UK, Non Executive Director, Scotland Food & Drink

Stuart works within the firm’s business advisory team where he supports clients to implement strategic plans and achieve growth aspirations.

Stuart has strong links within the Scottish food and drink industry, and regularly speaks at a range of industry forums in the food and drink sector, as well as being involved in a number of panel discussions.

Stephanie Wilson - Corporate Finance Director at RSM UK

Stephanie specialises in working with shareholders to realise value through company disposals and management buyouts, as well as providing acquisition support for both trade and private equity investors.

She has a proven track record of delivering exceptional value to her clients and navigating complex issues to find the best solution for them.

Stephanie has extensive experience in manufacturing, with a sector focus on food and drink.

Webinar

09 December 2025

10:00 - 11:00

Free Event