Ex-salesforce here, in full agreement. Who you know has a big role to play in most acquisitions, but quite important for a corp culture as unique as salesforce.

Ex-salesforce here, in full agreement. Who you know has a big role to play in most acquisitions, but quite important for a corp culture as unique as salesforce. In all fairness, knowing the team & culture well (and seeing a close fit), helps mitigate the risk that the acquisition won't take.