Director of M&A

WHO WE AREThe PR industry hasn't really changed in fifty years. WHO WE ARE The PR industry hasn't really changed in fifty years. Relationships, lunches, luck, and a clip report at the end of the month. Interdependence is rebuilding it from the ground up. Interviewed, our proprietary platform, analyzes 300,000+ stories every day across a network of 250,000 journalists. We turn earned media into something measurable, repeatable, and worth paying for, and apply the same data and discipline across paid, social, content, and brand. Integrated marketing run by one team, on one system, accountable to one result. Forbes named us one of America's Best PR Agencies. Our 100+ person team works with brands, CMOs, founders, and entrepreneurs across consumer, healthcare, tech, B2B, travel and entertainment. We move fast. The best argument wins. We hire for sharp thinking, real craft, and ownership from day one. If you want comfortable, this isn't the place. If you want to win, build with us. THE ROLE Interdependence is seeking a strategic, entrepreneurial Director of M&A to partner closely with executive leadership in driving the firm's growth through strategic acquisitions across the B2B PR, marketing, and digital agency sectors. This is a highly proactive, hands-on role focused on identifying acquisition opportunities, developing targeted outreach and marketing strategies, and building relationships with targe acquisitions. We're looking for someone who understands the B2B landscape, knows how to generate interest and build a pipeline of qualified acquisition targets, and can help move opportunities from initial outreach through acquisition. The ideal candidate combines strong B2B marketing expertise with a hunter mentality, exceptional relationship-building skills, and an entrepreneurial approach to growth. You'll serve as a trusted partner to executive leadership, helping expand Interdependence's capabilities, client portfolio, and market presence through strategic acquisitions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES M&A Marketing & Acquisition Strategy Develop and execute targeted marketing and outreach strategies to identify and attract potential acquisition targets across B2B PR, marketing, and digital agencies. Build and manage campaigns designed to engage agency founders, owners, and executive decision-makers. Leverage B2B marketing channels, including paid advertising, email marketing, LinkedIn, and content, to generate qualified acquisition opportunities. Develop compelling messaging and positioning that communicates Interdependence's value proposition to prospective acquisition partners. Research industry trends, competitors, and emerging agency capabilities to identify strategic acquisition opportunities. Acquisition Sourcing & Relationship Development Proactively identify and pursue acquisition targets across the B2B PR, marketing, and digital agency sectors. Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified acquisition prospects through targeted outreach, networking, and marketing initiatives. Establish and nurture relationships with agency founders, owners, and executive leaders. Identify off-market acquisition opportunities through proactive prospecting and industry research. Lead initial conversations with prospective acquisition targets and assess their interest in potential partnerships or acquisitions. Acquisition Pipeline & Performance Develop and manage an acquisition marketing funnel, from target identification and initial engagement through qualified opportunities. Establish KPIs to measure outreach effectiveness, qualified acquisition leads, pipeline growth, and conversion. Analyze campaign and prospecting performance to optimize targeting, messaging, and channel strategies. Maintain accurate acquisition pipeline reporting and provide regular updates to executive leadership. Partner with leadership to evaluate prospective acquisition targets based on business performance, service capabilities, client portfolios, and strategic fit. S