Brian leads Microsoft’s M&A Diligence & Integration Management, with recent deal values ranging from $15M to $70B and spanning across the company’s Cloud & AI, Security, Experiences & Devices and Gaming businesses. He and his team of Integration Leads drive cross-functional Due Diligence, Close/Day 1 Planning, Integration/Separation Execution and Post-close Governance. Brian’s remit also includes a Strategy & Operations team, responsible for M&A Practice engagement and capability advancement. Prior to Microsoft, Brian held a similar role leading M&A at Arm and spent much of his career at Deloitte, focused on Strategy & M&A in Tech, Media and Telco. His depth is in Global and Cross-border Transactions, Integration Strategy and Planning, Business Unit Stand-up and New Operating Model Design. A strong people developer and team builder, Brian enjoys working closely with his team of Integration Leaders in advancing M&A capabilities and delivering deal outcomes.