Generational Equity Announced as a Finalist for Multiple M&A Advisors Awards

DALLAS, Nov. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Generational Equity, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held and family-owned businesses, is pleased to announce that it is nominated as a finalist for 17 awards in 10 categories/sectors for the M&A Advisor's 10th Annual M&A Awards.  

The M&A Advisor's Annual M&A Awards Gala honors those in the M&A field that have set the standard for the industry. Generational Equity was named a finalist for Investment Banking Firm of the Year, Valuation Firm of the Year, and M&A Consulting/Advisory Service Firm of the Year.  Generational Equity received two nominations in one Major Deal Category, both nominations for Lower Middle-Market Deal of the Year (Up to $25 million).  Generational Equity also received 12 nominations within the Sector Deal Categories:

• Industrial Manufacturing/Distribution
• Energy (2 nominations)
• Industrial Goods and Basic Resources (2)
• Retail Manufacturing/Distribution (3)
• Consumer and Retail Products (2)
• Professional Services (2) 

To be recognized, transactions had to close between September 1, 2010 and August 31, 2011 and be over $10 million in transaction value.  An independent group of experts from the M&A industry will now begin the judging to determine the winning recipients of the awards. The award winners will be announced at the 10th Annual M&A Awards Gala and Summit at the New York Athletic Club in New York City on December 13, 2011.

"To be nominated in so many categories speaks volumes about Generational Equity's skills in selling lower middle-market companies," stated Ryan Binkley, President of the Company.  "We are also thrilled to be nominated as Investment Bank of the Year, Valuation Firm of the Year and M&A Consultancy/Advisor of the Year.  Being acknowledged by our peers is an honor and tells us that our methods and professionalism are clearly recognized."

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, www.gecpress.com or http://blog.genequityco.com/.

About the M&A Advisor
The 10th 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.  Since 1998, The M&A Advisor has been the preeminent organization facilitating connection and recognizing achievement in the top performers of the M&A, turnaround and financing industries through its leading events and awards galas, M&A ALERTS ™ newsletters, M&A LINKS™ social network, M&A MARKET INTEL™ research and publishing service and M&A CONNECTS™ business development services.  For more information go to www.maadvisor.com. 

Best,
Rebecca Gruman
Generational Equity
14241 Dallas Parkway | Suite 600 | Dallas, TX 75254
P: 972.232.1115 | F: 972.232.1195 | C: 972.655.9764
[email protected] | www.genequityco.com 

SOURCE Generational Equity