
Generational Group Acquires Decker Transformation Advisors
By Generational Group
11/21/2020
Generational Group, a leading investment banking firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Decker Transformation Advisors. The transaction closed on November 19, 2020 and details were not disclosed.
Decker Transformation Advisors (DTA), founded in 2008, is dedicated to transforming mid-market companies by developing data-driven strategic growth plans, building high performing teams, and propelling execution to dramatically increase value.
DTA is an important addition to Generational and will substantially strengthen the offering and capabilities of the Generational Consulting Group (GCG). The acquisition of DTA complements Generational’s strategy to provide business owners with a full suite of value-added services throughout the business life cycle.
DTA was founded by T.D. Decker, who will be retained as President of GCG. Decker has extensive experience working with entrepreneurs, PE, Fortune 50 and family-owned companies. He has created and helped implement strategic growth plans for companies of all sizes, from small family-owned firms to large multi-national corporations.
Decker has been the President/CEO of a multitude of companies in a wide variety of industries. Decker is a highly accomplished C-Level executive, successfully leading businesses with revenues ranging from $500 million to $4 billion. In addition, Mr. Decker has extensive M&A experience, having helped numerous businesses in the selling process.
According to T.D. Decker, “I am thrilled to be joining Generational. We have tremendous growth opportunities and I am excited to bring our capabilities to Generational’s clients. Generational is a perfect fit for our services and our culture, and I look forward to leading GCG, and making a difference in the lives of business owners and their families.”
Ryan Binkley, President and CEO of Generational, added, “Our organization is excited to have T.D. and DTA as a part of the Generational family. From our very first meeting, I’ve been impressed with the commitment to their clients, and their passion in helping business owners grow to their true potential. We look forward to T.D. leading Generational Consulting Group and working together to help middle market companies on their growth and exit journey.”
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.