Generational Equity announced it has been recognized by The M&A Advisor for M&A Deal of the Year ($25 million to under $50 million) for the acquisition of IM Solutions by Leading Response and as a finalist for Professional Services Firm of the Year and Investment Banking Firm of the Year.

According to Ryan Binkley, president of Generational Equity, “This represents the fourth year in a row and the second time in 2012 – after winning International Deal of the Year – our firm has been recognized by The M&A Advisor as being a leader in its field. Since this is a peer award it has special meaning to us, not only to win this award but to also be a finalist in 16 other categories. We are proud of our people and the professionalism and skills they bring to every engagement.”

This year, a record of 423 nominees, representing over 600 companies, became finalists for the awards. An independent judging committee of 16 top M&A, restructuring and finance industry experts determined the ultimate recipients of the awards, which were revealed “Academy-Award style” at the gala. The 11th Annual Awards Gala honored the leading deal-teams, firms and deal-makers whose activities set the standard for M&A transactions.

Dallas, TX-based Generational Equity provides mergers, acquisitions, strategic growth advisory services and information for privately held and family-owned businesses to exit their business successfully.