Four Generational Equity Dealmakers Named Finalists for Major Deal Category in the 2010 Annual M&A Advisor Awards

DALLAS, Nov. 22, 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 announce that four Generational Equity Managing Directors were named finalists for three transactions completed by the firm for Lower Middle Market Deal of the Year, a major deal category in the 9th Annual M&A Advisor Awards.

Managing Director Eric Sanderson is a finalist for the recapitalization of BHS Marketing. BHS Marketing blends and distributes a variety of specialty and commodity chemicals. The company was recapitalized by Post Capital Partners. BHS is also a finalist in the Industrial Manufacturing/Distribution deal category ($100mm and less).

Managing Director Tom Staszak is a finalist for the acquisition of Reynoldsville Casket Company. Reynoldsville Casket Company is a manufacturer and distributor of metal caskets and other supplies, including cremation products.  The Company was sold to Matthews International Corporation a designer, manufacturer and marketer principally of memorialization products and brand solutions.  Reynoldsville Casket Company is also a finalist for the Retail Manufacturing/Distribution ($500mm or less), Consumer and Retail Products ($100mm and less) and Consumer Services deal categories.

Managing Director Don Sawyer is a finalist for the acquisition of Southside Container and Trailer. Southside Container and Trailer is a manufacturer of mobile offices, UPS systems, and battle control stations for commercial and military applications. The company was purchased by a private investment company. Southside Container is also a finalist for the Professional Services ($100mm and less) deal category.

Managing Director Stephen Crisham is a finalist for the acquisition of Veterinary Ventures. Veterinary Ventures is the maker of the popular pet water dispenser, Drinkwell® Pet Fountain. The company was purchased by Radio Systems Corporation (RSC) the maker of PetSafe®.  Veterinary Ventures is also a finalist for the Consumer and Retail Products ($100mm and less) deal category.

"I am proud of my team for being named finalists for Lower Middle Market Deal of the Year. The market conditions have been tough but they remained optimistic and dedicated throughout the year. Now, they are being honored for their hard work," said Generational Equity President Ryan Binkley.

This year, Generational Equity received a total of 13 nominations in eight categories.  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. The 9th Annual M&A Advisor Awards and Summit is the original and premiere 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 or www.gecpress.com.  

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