Gordon Brothers and Nations Capital (NCI) joined forces to expand the firms’ commercial and industrial market presence and serve a broader range of clients with holistic solutions.

Gordon Brothers made a majority investment in Nations Capital that will bolster both firms’ existing commercial and industrial capabilities in North America, which include asset-focused solutions across valuations, dispositions, financing and investment.

Founded in May 2020, Nations Capital is a commercial and industrial business with a focus on and expertise in finance, restructuring and insolvency. The firm has completed and managed transactions in the transportation, oil and gas, mining, construction and consumer products sectors. The management team will remain equity owners and continue to lead the firm in providing its customers, clients and partners with the same services it has provided since its founding.

“NCI has a strong track record within the industry, and their exceptional talent and expertise are a perfect complement to our growing commercial and industrial business,” Norma Kuntz, CEO of Gordon Brothers, said. “We are thrilled to welcome the NCI team to the Gordon Brothers’ organization.”

“We are excited to partner with Gordon Brothers and leverage our combined resources to provide comprehensive solutions for our clients,” Jim Lightburn, co-founder and president of Nations Capital, said. “Our firms’ complementary capabilities and product offerings will provide unparalleled value and expertise to the industry while supporting NCI’s continued growth.”

Kramer Levin represented Gordon Brothers on this transaction, while Houlihan Lokey and Blank Rome represented Nations Capital.