JV Alchemist Editorial Team

Illustrations of ownership and economic arrangements used to overcome disagreements over the value of joint venture contributions.

Description and illustration of proven tactics for increasing JV Board effectiveness by ensuring Directors are using their JV-focused time well, in and outside of Board meetings.

Description and illustration of proven tactics for increasing JV Board effectiveness by ensuring the right self-governance.

JV negotiations often get sidetracked – or derailed entirely – because the partners cannot agree on the valuation of certain contributions and the resulting ownership split of the venture. A different approach is what we refer to as creative ownership and economic arrangements. The purpose of this memo is to illustrate some of these arrangements.

Description and illustration of proven tactics for increasing JV Board effectiveness by ensuring the right information flows to, from, and within the Board.

New tools and observations to help experienced dealmakers navigate the unique challenges of joint venture launch.

Examples of five approaches JV CEOs have successfully used to increase the effectiveness of the JV’s Board.

Ordinary business – or dangerous entanglements? It depends upon whom you ask. Six types of co-mingled assets and the questions you need to answer.

Provide independent data on shared service performance, pricing, and processes, and tools that can be used to enhance delivery of shared services. Provide alternative models and tools for Board oversight
of shared services. Help Board members to identify key questions they should be asking. Share examples of shared services models and cost and pricing approaches that organizations can use as a basis.