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Generational Group Announces the Acquisition of EKG Security Inc. by Trinity Services Corporation
By Generational Group
10/27/2015
Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately-held, middle-market businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of its client, EKG Security Inc. (EKG), headquartered in Gainesville, Georgia, by Trinity Services Corporation, located in Vidalia, Georgia. The acquisition closed on September 13, 2015.
Established in 1987, EKG is a fully licensed, bonded and insured unarmed security guard company in the state of Georgia.
Operating as the largest locally owned security company in Georgia, EKG currently works at numerous facilities across the northeastern part of the state. To learn more, visit www.ekgsecurity.com.
Managing Director Don Sawyer and his team consisting of Loren Schmerler and Vice President Mark Breheny led the Generational Group deal team that advised EKG on the transaction.
“Ken and Edie Grogan will continue to assist the new company by attending and supervising various auto races,” stated lead dealmaker Loren Schmerler.
About Generational
Generational Group, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is a leading, award winning full-service M&A advisory firm. Generational has over 300 professionals across 16 offices in North America. The firm empowers business owners to unlock the full value of their companies through a comprehensive suite of services—including strategic growth consulting, exit planning education, business valuation, value enhancement strategies, M&A advisory, digital solutions, and wealth management.
Celebrating its 20th year, Generational has successfully closed over 1,700 transactions and has ranked #1 or #2 in all LSEG league tables for deals valued between $25 million and $500 million in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
The firm was named 2024 USA Investment Banking Firm of the Year by the Global M&A Network and recognized as Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor in both 2024 and 2022.