Generational Group Advises Fort America, Inc. in its Sale to a Private Investor

By Generational Group

03/03/2025

Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of Fort America, Inc., to a Private Investor. The acquisition closed January 23, 2025.

Located in The Pentagon, Fort America, Inc. has been a trusted provider of “Pride, Celebration, & Memorial” products for over three decades, serving the U.S. military, government agencies, and national defense personnel. Specializing in commemorative items honoring the Pentagon, Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines, Department of Defense, and Joint Chiefs of Staff, Fort America’s products have been presented to the President of the United States, senior military commanders, and service members.

Recognized for their deep significance, these items serve as meaningful tokens of appreciation during pivotal moments. Committed to excellence, Fort America embodies the pride and dedication of those who serve, ensuring each product reflects the honor and integrity of the nation’s defense community.

Generational Group Executive Managing Director, M&A, Eastern Region – David Fergusson, and his team led by Generational Affiliate Mark Shortz with the support of Managing Director, M&A, Corey Painter successfully closed the deal. Executive Managing Director, Bill Kushnir and Senior M&A Advisor, Mike Moore established the initial relationship with Fort America, Inc.

Ryan Binkley, CEO of Generational Group, added, “At Generational Group, we are proud to facilitate such impactful transactions.”


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.