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Olivier Pomel

06/14/24

@ The Logan Bartlett Show

Our approach to acquisitions focuses on finding companies whose founders want to build with us, rather than those looking to exit due to burnout.

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Every Lesson From Scaling Datadog to $40B

@ The Logan Bartlett Show

Every Lesson From Scaling Datadog to $40B

06/14/24

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Nikesh Arora

12/08/23

@ The Logan Bartlett Show

When acquiring companies, we prioritize direct negotiations with founders to ensure alignment and understanding of the vision and product fit.

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Most founders don't start their companies just to get hired by a larger organization; they aim to create something impactful and should avoid getting sidetracked by acquisition talks.

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Hiroshi Mikitani

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

When acquiring companies, we look for alignment with our culture and mission; if a potential acquisition does not fit our values, we will not proceed, even if the service is appealing.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

I look for founders with a long-term vision, focusing on making customers happy and creating jobs rather than just getting rich quickly.

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Brian Chesky

04/06/17

@ Y Combinator

We chose not to acquire a competitor because I didn't like their culture; I believed our mission-driven approach would outlast their profit-driven one.

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Y Combinator Cast

03/09/18

@ Y Combinator

Building a company is an emotional rollercoaster, so I seek founders who are not easily rattled by challenges.

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Jason Citron

11/25/24

@ 20VC with Harry Stebbings

Having a financial cushion allows founders to turn down acquisition offers and focus on building a generational company.

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Jessica Livingston

07/25/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders of really huge startups are exceptionally driven and often see their company as their life's work, making them unwilling to sell or be acquired.

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Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

Engaging in acquisition conversations can be distracting and demoralizing. Founders should only entertain such discussions if they are genuinely willing to sell the company.