2026 M&A Conference  Indianapolis

The 2026 M&A Conference in Indianapolis is the 13th annual event organized by Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. This conference brings together nationally recognized leaders in strategic and private equity mergers and acquisitions, finance, tax, law, accounting, investment banking, and corporate development to share insights on the M&A market and key issues shaping dealmaking in 2026.

Key topics covered at the conference include the integration of artificial intelligence in M&A execution, market outlook and strategy, cybersecurity, indemnity trends, and navigating cross-border transactions in an uncertain global environment.

The event offers a full day of networking and M&A-related programming, beginning with lunch and registration at 11:00 a.m., followed by the conference sessions starting at 11:30 a.m. After the conference, attendees are invited to stay for the Indianapolis Business Journal’s Fast 25 program at 4:00 p.m. and a networking reception at 5:30 p.m.

Professionals involved in mergers and acquisitions, including corporate executives, legal advisors, financial analysts, and investment bankers, should attend to gain valuable insights into current trends and challenges in the M&A landscape, as well as to expand their professional networks.