Doug Pace is a proven post merger integration expert who helps private equity firms, portfolio companies, and corporate acquirers turn deals into value. As the founder of Stonehill, Doug leads integration efforts that align strategy, people, technology, and operations—ensuring that acquisitions deliver on their promise.

Doug’s approach blends strategic vision with operational discipline. With deep experience across sectors like healthcare, logistics, technology, and real estate, he knows how to navigate the complexity of integration while keeping teams aligned and focused on results. His track record includes supporting platform builds, tuck-ins, carve-outs, and functional consolidations.

Bridging Strategy and Execution in M&A Integration

Post-merger integration is where value is created—or lost. Doug brings structure, clarity, and speed to every integration, guiding leadership teams through a proven playbook that addresses culture, processes, systems, and performance from Day 1 to full synergy realization.

Core areas of expertise:
• Integration strategy and 100-day planning
• Target operating model design
• Cross-functional playbooks (finance, HR, IT, sales, ops)
• Systems integration and data alignment
• Change management and communications
• Value creation tracking and KPI dashboards
• Governance and PMO setup

Doug partners closely with deal sponsors and management teams to reduce disruption, accelerate synergies, and protect core operations during periods of change. He builds momentum early and ensures long-term alignment post-close.

A Post Merger Integration Expert Trusted by Investors and Executives

Doug has supported both buy-side and sell-side integrations across industries and deal sizes. His clients include Fortune 500 companies, middle-market acquirers, and private equity sponsors managing multi-asset portfolios. He understands how to manage the tension between strategic goals and day-to-day execution—and how to unlock value hidden inside complex organizations.

Whether aligning two IT environments, consolidating sales functions, or standing up a new PMO, Doug provides hands-on leadership to keep teams focused, engaged, and moving forward.

Why Doug Pace

• Deep experience leading post-merger integrations across sectors
• Trusted advisor to private equity firms and portfolio operators
• Structured, agile approach that drives rapid value capture
• Skilled in working across functions, cultures, and leadership teams
• Founder of Stonehill, an award-winning strategy and innovation firm

Work With Doug Pace – Post Merger Integration Expert

If your organization is preparing for an acquisition, facing integration complexity, or seeking to realize deal value faster, Doug Pace is the partner you need. Available for pre-close planning, Day 1 execution, and long-term synergy realization.

Contact Doug today to align your teams, integrate with confidence, and maximize the return on your investment.