
Generational Group Reaches Major M&A Milestone with 700 Closed Transactions
By Generational Group
06/07/2018
Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, and its affiliate company, Generational Capital Markets(member FINRA/SIPC), are pleased to announce that at the end of May the firm closed its 700th transaction. This is a level that is unmatched among middle market M&A advisory firms.
According to Brenen Hofstadter, Chief M&A Officer with Generational Group, “Closing our 700th transaction is a significant achievement in our industry. But what is really most rewarding for us is that each of these transactions represents a business owner and the financial legacy for their families. We are honored that so many entrepreneurs have trusted us with their businesses.”
Generational Group was founded to help business owners and their families achieve their financial goals, creating a legacy for generations. The company and its associates are committed to helping privately held business owners achieve a meaningful and purposeful 4th quarter of their lives.
Terry Johnson, Chief Revenue and Strategy Officer for the firm, stated, “Reaching this level of success is extremely rewarding. Our entire team is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our clients and their families, and this milestone is indicative of their passionate commitment.”
Generational Group is one of the leading M&A advisory firms in North America, having won multiple industry awards including Investment Banking Firm of the Year in 2017 and 2016, Valuation Firm of the Year in 2015 and 2014, as well as M&A Consulting Firm of the Year in 2013 and 2011.
The firm has solidified its leadership position by providing world-class client service and unmatched deal making capabilities. According to Thomson Reuters, no M&A advisor has closed more deals in the middle market than Generational Group over the past several years.
Ryan Binkley, President and CEO of the firm, added, “Our goal is to serve our clients by helping them both define and realize the life they want for themselves and their loved ones. It is a real honor and privilege to work with entrepreneurs to reach their financial and personal dreams.”
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.