Transactions Built on Sector Authority

Behind every transaction is a founder or sponsor who chose depth over breadth and a team that delivered on that promise.


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May 2024 • Construction & Property Technology
Aercon

The acquisition of Aercon by Ambient Enterprises strengthens Ambient's presence in the HVAC industry and provides Aercon with the operational support needed for continued growth.

Received a Strategic Investment From

April 2024 • Government Technology
Kaseware

An innovative public safety and security software provider joins forces with a leading investment firm to accelerate growth and enhance solutions in investigation and case management.

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April 2024 • Financial Infrastructure & Payment Technology
Judicial Innovations

The integration of Judicial Innovations into Avenu’s offerings marks a significant enhancement of Avenu’s capabilities, positioning the company to better meet the evolving needs of government agencies.

Acquired

January 2024 • Construction & Property Technology
Havtech

The acquisition of the Morin Companies marks another milestone for Havtech, reinforcing its position as a leader in the North American market for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

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Acquired

December 2023 • Construction & Property Technology
Fidelity

Ascend has now advised Fidelity BSG on nine acquisitions to support its technical, services, and geographic expansion strategy.

Acquired

December 2023 • Government Technology
Mission1st

Combining Mission1st’s success in the defense market with Ardent's deep history in the civilian and homeland security markets into a powerhouse integrated solutions set to serve existing and future clients at the next level.

Acquired by

June 2023 • Financial Infrastructure & Payment Technology
DirectAthletics

Sports-Tech client with a strong customer base and market-leading platform partners with a world-class sports media company to create a dominant force in the endurance market.

Acquired

March 2023 • Software and Technology
Mainline Information Systems

The first strategic acquisition with Ascend as Mainline’s exclusive buy-side advisor bolsters the company’s ability to deliver cloud, IT automation, and DevSecOps solutions and expands its footprint into Asia.

Acquired

January 2023 • Construction & Property Technology
Fidelity

Long-term buy-side advisement aimed at expanding technical and geographical capabilities resulting in eight acquisitions since October 2020.

A Portfolio Company Of

Acquired

January 2023 • Construction & Property Technology
Fidelity

Ascend has assisted with a total of eight acquisitions that support Fidelity BSG's strategy to expand its technical capabilities, services, and geographic footprint.

A Portfolio Company Of

Acquired

January 2023 • Construction & Property Technology
Fidelity

Ascend has assisted with a total of eight acquisitions that support Fidelity BSG's strategy to expand its technical capabilities, services, and geographic footprint.

Acquired by

A Portfolio Company Of

January 2023 • Financial Infrastructure & Payment Technology
Interware

Forward-thinking sell-side GovTech client partners with global leader in revenue enhancement and administration solutions for state and local governments to improve citizens’ experience through more efficient technology.

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Capital Seaboard

Highly-regarded sell-side client in the specialty food and beverage distribution space maximized value and found the perfect partner in the midst of the pandemic.

Software & Technology

Kaseware

An innovative public safety and security software provider joins forces with a leading investment firm to accelerate growth and enhance solutions in investigation and case management.