Washington, DC (December 18, 2025) – Ascend Capital Group is proud to announce that it has been honored with three awards at the 7th Annual M&A Atlas Awards, hosted by the Global M&A Network. The 2025 awards program recognizes excellence in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and corporate growth, celebrating firms and transactions that set new standards for performance, innovation, and impact across the middle market and growth sectors.
The Global M&A Network is widely recognized for its rigorous, independent evaluation process and commitment to honoring only the most distinguished performers in the global M&A ecosystem. These 2025 awards underscore Ascend Capital Group’s continued momentum, differentiated advisory approach, and deep expertise across GovTech, regulated technology, and high-growth software markets.
DJ Palmer, Managing Director of Ascend Capital Group, commented on the recognition:
“Being recognized by the Global M&A Network with multiple 2025 awards—including Boutique Technology Investment Bank of the Year—is an incredible honor and a reflection of the talent, discipline, and client-first mindset of our entire team. These awards highlight our ability to advise on complex, mission-critical transactions while staying true to our core belief that great outcomes are driven by trust, transparency, and a deeply human approach to investment banking.”
Boutique Technology Investment Bank of the Year (2025)
For the first time, Ascend Capital Group was named Boutique Technology Investment Bank of the Year, recognizing the firm’s consistent execution on high-impact transactions, sector specialization in GovTech and regulated markets, and its reputation as a trusted advisor to founders, management teams, and investors.
This distinction reflects Ascend’s growing leadership position in technology M&A and private capital advisory, as well as its ability to deliver bespoke solutions for complex buy-side, sell-side, and growth equity transactions.
USA Growth Deal of the Year (2025)
Ascend Advises Kaseware on Strategic Investment from The Riverside Company
Ascend Capital Group received USA Growth Deal of the Year for its advisory role to Kaseware, a leading provider of investigative case management software for public safety, defense, and enterprise clients, in its strategic investment from The Riverside Company.
Ascend advised Kaseware on this transformative growth investment, which positions the company to accelerate product innovation, expand its market presence, and further support mission-critical customers operating in highly regulated environments.
Dorian Deligeorges, CEO of Kasware, commented, “Working with Ascend was a truly positive experience. Their team brought a wealth of expertise to the table, and I was impressed with their dedication to understanding our company’s unique value proposition, navigating the complexities of our business, and relentlessly focusing on the right deal for everyone involved.”
GovTech Deal of the Year (2025)
Ascend Advises MyGov on Its Sale to Tyler Technologies
Ascend Capital Group was also recognized with GovTech Deal of the Year for advising MyGov in its acquisition by Tyler Technologies, a leading provider of integrated software and technology services to the public sector.
Ascend served as the exclusive financial advisor to MyGov, a GovTech platform focused on modernizing digital citizen engagement. The transaction strengthens Tyler Technologies’ GovTech offerings and accelerates MyGov’s mission to improve how governments communicate and interact with constituents.
Stephen Burnsworth, Founder of MyGov, state, “Partnering with Ascend Capital Group was instrumental in guiding MyGov through this important transition. Their expertise and commitment ensured that we navigated the complexities of the sale with confidence and clarity. As we join forces with Tyler Technologies, I’m excited for the next chapter of growth and innovation, and I’m grateful for Ascend’s role in helping us reach this milestone.”
Ascend Capital Group continues to set new standards in the software and technology M&A landscape by putting people first, simplifying complexity, and delivering highly tailored advisory services. These 2025 accolades further affirm Ascend’s position as a leading boutique investment bank for technology, GovTech, and regulated-market software companies, as well as institutional investors seeking thoughtful, high-impact advisory solutions.
