Generational Equity Wins Award in Retail Manufacturing/Distribution Category at the 2010 M&A Advisor Awards

DALLAS, Jan. 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Generational Equity was chosen among 243 finalists to receive the Deal of the Year Award at the 2010 M&A Advisor Awards. The award was received in the category for Retail Manufacturing/Distribution ($500 million or less). The 2010 M&A Awards honored deal-teams, deal-makers, and firms whose activities set the standard for the industry. An independent body of expert judges that span the M&A industry determined the ultimate recipients of the award.

Judging criteria for the Deal of the Year focuses on:

1. Importance and contribution of the individual to the transaction and the industry
2. Excellence in structuring, financing and negotiations
3. Creativity and perseverance in overcoming difficulties and/or extraordinary circumstances

Managing Director Tom Staszak accepted the award for the recapitalization of Reynoldsville Casket Company, a manufacturer and distributor of metal caskets and other supplies, including cremation products.

Mr. Staszak stated, "Our consistent success can be attributed to a strong team and tenacious focus on representing the interests of our clients through what is often the largest financial decision of their lives."

"It's an honor to be recognized at the M&A Advisor Award and I am proud of my team being recognized in multiple categories," said Generational Equity President Ryan Binkley. "I am most proud that we were finalist for two of the top awards, Valuation Firm of the Year and Investment Firm of the Year."

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.

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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