Generational Group Advises Bailey Engineering, Inc. in its Sale to Wapiti Holdings LLC

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of Bailey Engineering, Inc. to Wapiti Holdings LLC. The acquisition closed January 7, 2026.

Based in Eagle, Idaho, Bailey Engineering, Inc. is a long-standing, full-service civil engineering firm in Idaho’s real estate development industry that partners with the area’s largest residential builders to create thoughtfully designed communities from initial property evaluation and conceptual planning to entitlement, construction drawings, and long-term project execution. The Company delivers comprehensive civil engineering, land planning, mapping, and CADD services tailored for residential, commercial, multifamily, and master planned developments, emphasizing local expertise and community-oriented design. With decades of combined experience, the team coordinates every project phase from planning and approvals through construction support to final documentation.

Headquartered in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Wapiti Holdings LLC is a privately held investment and operating company focused on acquiring and growing high-quality, service-based businesses in the Rocky Mountain West. Wapiti Holdings partners with experienced management teams to preserve legacy brands while investing in operational excellence, long-term stability, and sustainable growth. Through disciplined acquisition and active ownership, the firm seeks to strengthen core operations, support employees and clients, and position its portfolio companies for enduring success.

Generational Group Executive Managing Director, M&A, Western Region – Lori Galloway, and her team led by Senior Managing Director, M&A, Fred Zweifel successfully closed the deal. Senior Managing Director, Doug Morrow and Senior M&A Advisor, Ken Beckrich established the initial relationship with Bailey Engineering, Inc.

"Our client ultimately selected Wapiti Holdings because of the buyer’s visionary strategy and industry expertise," said Lori Galloway.

Ryan Binkley, CEO of Generational Group, stated, “This transaction highlights our dedication to meaningful partnerships that generate long-term value. It aligns partners around a shared vision and positions the organization for continued growth.”

About Generational Group

Generational Group, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is a leading, award winning full-service M&A advisory firm. Generational has over 300 professionals across 16 offices in North America. The firm empowers business owners to unlock the full value of their companies through a comprehensive suite of services—including strategic growth consulting, exit planning education, business valuation, value enhancement strategies, M&A advisory, digital solutions, and wealth management.

Celebrating its 20^th year, Generational has successfully closed over 1,800 transactions and has ranked #1 or #2 in all LSEG league tables for deals valued between $25 million and $1 billion in 2024 and 2025.

The firm was named 2025 USA Investment Banking Firm of the Year by the Global M&A Network and recognized as Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor in both 2022, 2024, and 2025.