Salman Gopalani
About Salman Gopalani
Salman Gopalani is the Chief of Corporate Development (M&A) and Strategy at NI (National Instruments), specializing in strategic evaluation, valuation models, due diligence, and negotiations for acquisitions and strategic investments.
Salman Gopalani at National Instruments
Salman Gopalani serves as Chief of Corporate Development (M&A) and Strategy at National Instruments (NI). In his role, he takes the lead in managing cross-functional teams through mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions. Gopalani focuses on strategic evaluation, valuation models, due diligence, and negotiations for acquisitions and strategic investments. His responsibilities also include the design and implementation of processes for corporate transformation, contributing to NI's overall corporate strategy and growth.
Salman Gopalani's Education
Salman Gopalani holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Texas at Austin - Red McCombs School of Business, where he studied from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Texas A&M University, completing his studies from 2003 to 2007. His academic background has equipped him with a solid foundation in business administration and science, which he leverages in his current role in corporate development and strategy.
Expertise in Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions
Salman Gopalani possesses specialized expertise in managing mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and corporate strategy. At National Instruments, he handles strategic evaluation, valuation models, due diligence, and negotiations related to acquisitions and strategic investments. His role requires a deep understanding of financial analysis and strategic planning, critical for guiding NI through complex M&A transactions.
Corporate Transformation Initiatives
In addition to his M&A responsibilities, Salman Gopalani is tasked with the design and implementation of processes aimed at corporate transformation at National Instruments. His efforts are geared towards enhancing operational efficiencies and driving organizational change. Gopalani's work includes developing market assessments, validations, business cases, and growth plans specifically for automotive production tests, showcasing his ability to align strategic initiatives with industry-specific demands.