Generational Group Enters into Strategic Alliance Agreement with Nihon M&A Center Holdings

Strategic alliance commences a new chapter of collaboration with leading M&A advisory firm in Japan and ASEAN region, expanding Generational Group’s international reach and opportunities for cross-border M&A.

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Generational Group, a leading investment banking firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a Strategic Alliance Agreement with Nihon M&A Center Holdings Inc., one of Japan’s leading M&A advisory firms. The agreement builds upon the Memorandum of Understanding announced in May 2026 and further strengthens the firms’ collaboration to support cross-border M&A opportunities between Japan and North America.

Formal Agreement Marks Significant Next Step in Growing Cross-Border Alliance

Nihon M&A Center is a leading M&A advisory firm in Japan with extensive experience supporting companies through business succession and strategic M&A transactions. The firm has facilitated more than 11,000 M&A transactions in its rich 35-year history and has established strong relationships with accounting firms, regional financial institutions, major banks, and securities companies throughout Japan. These relationships provide a strong foundation for identifying M&A opportunities and connecting business owners with strategic partners and buyers.

Nihon M&A Center Group has also expanded its international presence throughout the ASEAN region, with operations in Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Thailand. Through relationships with financial institutions, professional advisory firms, and M&A organizations around the world, the Group supports companies pursuing cross-border growth and investment opportunities. Its international capabilities have continued to expand through strategic partnerships and investments across East Asia.

Through the Strategic Alliance Agreement, Generational Group and Nihon M&A Center Group will leverage their complementary expertise, relationships, and market knowledge to expand cross-border M&A opportunities. The alliance will support Japanese and ASEAN companies pursuing acquisition and growth opportunities in North America while creating additional opportunities for North American business owners, buyers, and investors seeking strategic relationships and opportunities in Japan and throughout Asia.

With a client-focused approach and an experienced team of M&A professionals, Generational Group completes approximately 200 client transactions annually and has successfully closed more than 1,800 transactions since its founding. Its proprietary digital platform, DealForce, provides access to a network of more than 35,000 active buyers, further expanding the firms’ ability to identify strategic opportunities and connect businesses with qualified buyers and partners.

“This strategic alliance represents an important step in expanding the resources and opportunities available to business owners and buyers navigating the global M&A landscape,” said Ryan Binkley, President and CEO of Generational Group. “Nihon M&A Center’s deep relationships and expertise in the Japanese and ASEAN markets, combined with Generational Group’s extensive North American network and transaction experience, create a strong foundation for helping companies pursue opportunities across both markets. Most importantly, this alliance is a meaningful win for our clients, who now have access to a broader range of global investment partners to help achieve their strategic objectives.”

Nihon M&A Center Holdings’ Announcement

About Generational Group

Generational Group, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is a leading, award-winning full-service M&A advisory firm. Generational has over 350 professionals across 17 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 advisory, exit planning education, business valuation, value enhancement strategies, M&A advisory, digital solutions, and wealth management.

Celebrating its 21^st 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 2024 and 2025.