In this first article of 2019, Ryan Binkley would like to wish all readers a very Happy New Year and wish you well for 12 months of progression and prosperity. To kick this off, Ryan would like to take things back to the final few weeks of 2018. The Generational Equity Christmas Luncheon is
Are You Prepared for an Unsolicited Offer to Buy Your Business?
Have you ever received an offer from out of the blue to buy your business? According to research conducted by the National Center for the Middle Market, it would not be surprising. Their study into M&A activity revealed that 45 percent of all sales are opportunistic, meaning they had come as
5 Signs Private Equity Investors Can’t Get Enough of the U.S. Middle Market
It is clear to Ryan Binkley and his associates at Generational Equity that private equity investors still have the U.S. middle market firmly in their sights. As results are published for the first half of 2018, emerging statistics and industry reports are showing that demand appears to be growing
How to Overcome the Biggest Concerns of Middle Market M&A
As has been the case for a while now, the latest quarterly Middle Market Indicator from the National Center for the Middle Market was a positive read for Ryan Binkley and middle market business owners. The Q2 report included several encouraging factors for the middle market, and precursors to
Generational Equity: Nurturing the Next Leaders in M&A
“Education is the foundation upon which we build our future” Christine Gregoire For Ryan Binkley, thoughts of the future are never far from his mind. It is important not to dwell on the past, and instead use the present to make the next day better for you, your loved ones and your
700 Deals Later… How Generational Equity Reached Another M&A Milestone
“Our goal is to serve our clients by helping them both define and realize the life they want for themselves and their loved ones. It is a real honor and privilege to work with entrepreneurs to reach their financial and personal dreams.” Ryan Binkley For Ryan Binkley and the entire team at
How Tax Reform is Spurring Middle Market M&A
Timing is crucial in many walks of life, from deciding when to launch your company in a new market, to misjudging a gust of wind on the golf course. When it comes to selling your business, bad timing can be the difference between receiving an optimal offer from a committed buyer and leaving
Understanding Cross-Border M&A Activity When Selling Your Business
In the years that Ryan Binkley has been steering the ship at Generational Equity, there have been significant fluctuations in M&A activity. However, while many things change, some continue to stay the same. For instance, in Ryan’s experience, many business owners still wholeheartedly believe
Acqui-hiring: The Growing Trend in Middle Market M&A?
There are many reasons that can lead executives to pursue the acquisition of a company. In his time as President and CEO of Generational Equity, Ryan Binkley is certain he has encountered pretty much all of them. Especially in today’s robust seller’s market, the potential for M&A activity is at