Generational Equity Announced as Finalists for the 2010 Annual M&A Advisor Awards

DALLAS, Nov. 11, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Generational Equity, a leading advisor to privately held and family-owned businesses for mergers, acquisitions, strategic growth initiatives, business valuation and exit planning, is pleased to be named finalists in the 9th Annual M&A Advisor Awards.

The M&A Advisor Awards honor excellence in deal-making. To qualify, the finalists' transactions had to close between September 1, 2009 and August 31, 2010 and be over $10 million in transaction value. An independent body of industry experts will be judging the awards and winners will be announced at the 9th Annual M&A Awards Gala and Summit at the New York Athletic Club in New York City on December 14, 2010.

"Our firm's commitment and focus on the middle market enables us to offer clients exceptional insight and expertise in today's challenging economic times," said Generational Equity President Ryan Binkley. "We are continuing to find opportunities for those seeking buyers for their businesses and helping them maximize the value of their business with our experts and proven strategies."

In 2009, Generational Equity received the Lower Middle Market Deal of the Year M&A Advisor Award for the successful merger of US Logistics, Inc., a North Carolina company.  This year Generational Equity is a finalist for Lower Middle Market Deal of the Year (From $30mm to $50mm), Investment Banking Firm of the Year and Services/Valuation Firm of the Year.

"This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication and skills of our team of professionals who have been helping business owners in the middle market for many years with mergers, acquisitions and strategic growth," said Ryan Binkley. "We are continuing to help our clients position their businesses for sale and finding opportunities in the marketplace for those who want to sell.  We are pleased to have closed 26 deals this year with more in the pipeline."

The 9th Annual M&A Advisor Awards and Summit is the original and premier event bringing together over 400 of the leading M&A dealmakers, deal team members and key service providers in an exclusive gathering.

About Generational Equity

Generational Equity provides mergers, acquisitions, strategic growth advisory services, and information for privately held and family-owned businesses to exit their business successfully. Generational Equity uses a four-phase approach that includes education, financial analysis and reporting, sales documentation and deal-making ability to offer business owners an unparalleled level of commitment and experience, all focused on helping to release the generational equity and wealth in every business.  Generational Equity is headquartered in Dallas, TX, and has more than 200 professionals in North America. For more information visit the website at www.genequityco.com.  

SOURCE Generational Equity