Luke Mitchell

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DISC Type : SD

Director & Head of M&A Deal Origination at Connect Corporate Finance

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Luke leads global buy-side origination at Connect Corporate Finance, sourcing off-market M&A opportunities in the Technology, Logistics, and Human Capital Management sectors. He holds a first-class honours degree in Economics from the University of Southampton and delivers acquisitions globally in the £5m–£50m enterprise value range.

He recently spearheaded the launch of a dedicated Technology & Software vertical at his firm, aiming to build strong relationships with advisors and acquisitive clients across the tech ecosystem.

Personality Overview

Long-Term Thinker

Decisive But Calm

Consummate Professional

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

Global M&A Origination
As the Director & Head of M&A Deal Origination, his core function is sourcing off-market acquisition opportunities for clients across the globe.
US Market Expansion
He frequently travels to the US, specifically Austin, to support clients with market entry strategies and execute domestic bolt-on acquisitions.
Tech Sector M&A
He is leading his firm's newly launched Technology & Software vertical, indicating a key focus on building relationships and sourcing deals in this space.

Media Appearances

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Work History

9-2019
Director & Head of M&A Deal Origination at Connect Corporate Finance
10-2018 - 9-2019
M&A Origination at Logistics focused Corporate Finance boutique
8-2017 - 8-2018
Mergers & Acquisitions Executive at RSM UK
6-2016 - 9-2016
Business Analyst at Royal Bank of Scotland Business
9-2014 - 6-2017
BSC Economics at University of Southampton

Education

Luke has no verified education history

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Insights For Selling To Luke

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Luke is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Luke

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Luke move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Luke take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Luke

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