In your personal, professional and spiritual life, everyone has a destination in mind. It is how you reach that destination that can be difficult to determine, which is why Dr. John Binkley champions having roadmaps that can help you fulfill your ambitions. This significance is emphasized in his work as Chairman of Generational Equity, as roadmaps play a key role in why the firm is regarded as one of the leading middle-market M&A firms in North America.

Roadmaps for Business

This influence is best demonstrated in Generational Equity’s Roadmap for Enhancing Value (REV), a process that Dr. Binkley feels is essential to achieving the best price when exiting your company. After completing the initial valuation of a business, clients are given a customized planning tool to enhance their company worth. This not only drives their business to achieve more revenue, but it makes them more attractive propositions to buyers.

Generational Equity’s success with this approach signifies how developing a plan to build a business’ value before placing it in front of buyers is key to success. This aim was laid out in the foundations of the firm, and has only become more refined and effective under the direction of Dr. Binkley and his son Ryan.

Dr. Binkley firmly believes that the value enhancement strategies provided in these roadmaps are why Generational Equity has facilitated the transfer of nearly $4 billion in wealth for clients. This makes the destination for business owners that much better, and ensures they’ll be in the ideal position to realize their personal and professional ambitions once they exit. This is the goal for every client.

It is unsurprising then that under Dr. John Binkley’s guidance, Generational Equity has been acknowledged by several key independent bodies for this service. The firm has won over 40 awards from The M&A Advisor, Thomson Reuters and Inc. 500, including the 2016 Investment Banking Firm of the Year. While Dr. Binkley doesn’t aim for awards, these accolades demonstrate the firm’s experienced M&A professionals and techniques are on the right track.

Roadmaps for Religion

But, it is not simply in the business landscape that Dr. Binkley sees the importance of roadmaps. It can also be a process for personal and spiritual fulfillment, leading to the greatest destination of them all. Dr. Binkley has always sought to spread God’s Word to people across the globe, whether it is through the 100+ mission trips he has been on since 1995 or being on the Board of Directors for several faith-based organizations – Here’s Life Africa, Iran Alive Ministries and Christian Cultural Center.

Dr. Binkley’s commitment to his faith and sharing the teachings of Christ led him to author Character Is King. God has a destination for you, and this is essential workbook concentrates on how you reach that objective. By demonstrating Christlike attributes in your everyday life and following universal truths set out by The Lord, this extensive roadmap provides the tools and thinking to discover God’s plans for you, in this life and the next.

As you can see then, having a roadmap for the most important aspects of your life can be extremely beneficial for personal and professional success. Many business owners who contacted Generational Equity have appreciated this tool in building the ideal exit strategy. Others have used Character Is King as a guide to explore their place in God’s eternal plans. For Dr. John Binkley, roadmaps are key to fulfilling your ambitions and guiding you towards your destination.

You can learn more about Dr. John Binkley on his ‘About’ section. Also, for more on Generational Equity, visit their website.

In his role as Chairman of Generational Equity, Dr. John Binkley laid the foundations for the firm’s ever-growing reputation in middle-market M&A. From its beginnings in Dallas, Texas, it is now widely recognized as one of the leading firms in North America in this highly active area of the market. This is illustrated by the fact Generational Equity is fast approaching $4 billion in wealth transferred to clients, as well as its awards success.

Since 2008, Generational Equity has won over 40 awards from prominent independent bodies, demonstrating the team’s professional and dutiful approach to the M&A process developed by Dr. John Binkley. This includes numerous accolades from The M&A Advisor, such as the 2016 Investment Banking Firm of the Year and Valuation Firm of the Year for 2014 and 2015.

It was therefore great to hear that Thomson Reuters, a provider of cutting-edge products for dealmakers to analyze current trends in the market, has ranked Generational Equity highly for the firm’s work in the first half of 2017. In this time, the firm is ranked #2 for deals closed in the U.S. valued up to $50 million, as well as #5 in deals closed up to $500 million. In one of the busiest periods for mergers and acquisitions activity in the past decade, this is a remarkable accomplishment, and one Dr. Binkley is very proud of.

Several of Generational Equity’s senior team commented on this excellent achievement, including Ryan Binkley, the firm’s President and CEO. “It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team to be ranked so high through the first half of 2017. We are truly blessed and honored that so many business owners have entrusted us to guide them through the exit planning process.

“We are quickly approaching $4 billion in wealth transferred to our clients, and our rankings reflect this success.”

Dwight Jacobs, Executive Vice President for Mergers and Acquisitions, added, “Our YTD rankings are reflective of two things: The best seller’s market since 2007 and the skills of our dealmakers in finding buyers and investors for our clients. We expect our rankings will only improve as we move through 2017 based on buyer activity we are seeing so far this year.”

Thomson Reuters’ rankings included other notable investment banking firms, such as Goldman Sachs (7^th), Piper Jaffray (11^th), Credit Suisse (16^th) and Morgan Stanley (19^th). To be named above such prevalent names is a testament to Generational Equity’s team of M&A advisors and dealmakers, who work tirelessly to support business owners throughout the nation with their exit strategies.

For more about Dr. John Binkley and his role at Generational Equity, visit his LinkedIn profile.

There are many ways to describe Dr. John Binkley. To some, he is an experienced and versatile businessman, with his greatest achievement in this field the founding of leading middle market M&A firm Generational Equity. To others, John Binkley is a champion of the Word of God, through his work as part of several faith-based organizations and missionaries. Others will recognize him as a published author, with his well-received Character is King offering a roadmap to discovering God’s plan for you. Here, you can delve into the many facets that make Dr. John Binkley one of Dallas’ favorite sons and someone who has interacted with and supported thousands across the globe.

John Binkley the Businessman

Dr. John Binkley’s beginnings in the business world began with education. He attended Southern Methodist University, achieving his Bachelor’s in Business Administration at the Cox School of Business. John has maintained strong ties to his alma mater ever since, and credits the university for forging his strong business foundations. He places a great importance on education in allowing business owners to accomplish their goals, which is why he has conducted seminars on leadership and business in many countries.

However, John Binkley’s biggest influence on the business landscape was the creation of M&A firm Generational Equity over 20 years ago. From humble beginnings, the firm’s comprehensive approach to the M&A process, including thorough business valuations and developing detailed exit strategies, has seen Generational Equity grow to one of the leading firms for middle market companies in North America. The foundations John Binkley established from day one continue to be upheld in the now 200-strong team of M&A professionals.

Today, Generational Equity has completed numerous transactions for clients throughout North America, facilitating the transfer of nearly $4 billion in wealth for them. The organization also has a buyer network of tens of thousands at its disposal, and has won over 40 awards, including the coveted Investment Banking Firm of the Year of 2016 from The M&A Advisor. While John Binkley has handed the day-to-day running of Generational Equity to his son, Ryan Binkley, he continues to play a key role in their success as its Chairman.

John Binkley and the Church

While Dr. John Binkley has built an enviable résumé in the world of business through his career at Generational Equity, he considers himself first and foremost a Man of God. To this end, John Binkley continued his education at the Phoenix University of Theology, where he earned his Master’s and became one of the first to achieve a Doctorate in Ministry. John has maintained his relationship with the university as its Chancellor, and he also is Dean of the Institute of Christian Maturity.

Outside of his personal education, John Binkley has reached out to thousands seeking God’s infinite wisdom through valuable missionary works – he has participated in over 100 since 1995, and continues his involvement to this day. John is also on the Board of Directors for a number of Christian organizations, including Here’s Life Africa, Iran Alive Ministries and Christian Cultural Center.

John Binkley the Author

Dr. John Binkley’s religious devotion was the inspiration behind the publishing of his book, Character is King. Feeding into John’s experience in developing road maps for business owners looking to exit at Generational Equity, this is a road map to finding the destination God has determined for you. The universal truths and insights of this book helps people discover His eternal plan for their lives.

John Binkley the Philanthropist

Working every day to create a joyful, peaceful and blessed world for all, one person at a time, Dr. John Binkley’s philanthropic pursuits include the building of churches and supplying of tools to often tumultuous areas through his missionary work. Joined by other like-minded people, John continues to spread the wisdom of Jesus’ teachings to the benefit of those in need.

If you would like to learn more about Dr. John Binkley’s business ventures, you can visit his LinkedIn profile.

Generational Equity did not become a widely recognized M&A advisory firm overnight. Before the organization grew to today’s 200-strong network of dealmakers and advisors, and ranked first in the nation for number of completed transactions up to $25 million by Thomson Reuters, Generational Equity’s roots were planted by Dr. John Binkley. Dr. Binkley founded the company over twenty years ago to help entrepreneurs exit their business for the optimal price, and continues to be a driving presence in his current role as Chairman.

Dr. John Binkley has always been a firm believer in education as essential to success in business, which is why Generational Equity strives to educate company owners about the numerous ways to build a buyer-ready business, from forging strategic partnerships to discussing approaches value-enhancement. Dr. Binkley remains strongly tied to his alma mater of the Cox School of Business at Southern Methodist University, where he earned his Bachelor’s of Business Administration. Then, in 2005, he achieved a Master’s and Doctorate of Ministry from the Phoenix University of Theology, and later became Chancellor of this establishment, as well as Dean of the Institute of Christian Maturity.

Dr. Binkley’s investment in education has not been limited to his own pursuit of knowledge. He has also presented many leadership and business-related seminars, both in North America and around the world. He has visited 66 countries for both this and missionary work, demonstrating his enthusiasm for new experiences and guiding the next generation of entrepreneurs. It Dr. Binkley’s recognized leadership and extensive experience that has helped many business owners fulfil their professional ambitions with Generational Equity, whether it is growing their company or exiting for the best return.

In his long association with Generational Equity, Dr. John Binkley has met company owners across in all industries with varying motivations. Under his direction, the firm has gone from strength to strength, building an expert team of M&A professionals and receiving numerous awards, including Investment Banking Firm of the Year from The M&A Advisor. He has also played a big role in securing the future of Generational Equity, with his son Ryan Binkley building upon his legacy as President and CEO.

Outside his passion for business and love of spending time with his family, Dr. Binkley is also a philanthropist and key figure in many faith-based organizations. Since 1995, he has participated in over a hundred missions, and currently has a position on the Board of Directors for three Christian associations – Here’s Life Africa, Christian Cultural Center, and Iran Alive Ministries. Furthermore, Dr. Binkley is a published author – his book, Character is King, provides a road map to follow the path God sets for you. This commitment to supporting people, both in life and in business, characterizes his influence on Generational Equity to this day.

With the foundations Dr. John Binkley has set for the future of Generational Equity, the firm will continue to be at the forefront of the Middle-Market M&A industry for years to come, and it will build on its transfer of nearly $4 billion in wealth for business owners throughout North America.

For more information, please visit Dr. John Binkley’s personal website, or you can learn more on Dr. Binkley’s LinkedIn profile.

As the Founder and Chairman of leading middle-market M&A advisory firm Generational Equity, Dr. John Binkley is well-known for his impressive business acumen. Under his direction, the firm has grown from its humble foundations into a prominent name in the M&A industry, with offices in Dallas, Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles and Tampa. Today’s over 200 strong team of dealmakers and advisors help many business owners annually exit their companies for the optimal value, facilitating nearly $4 billion in wealth for clients across North America.

While his reputation as a businessman is what many recognize Dr. John Binkley for, it is actually his faith that is a constant source of motivation for him. After earning his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from the South Methodist University’s Cox School of Business, Dr. Binkley’s education continued to be guided by his faith. While still building Generational Equity from the ground up, he attended the Phoenix University of Theology. There, he became one of the first persons at the university to receive his Master’s and Doctorate in Ministry. Dr. Binkley remains deeply connected to Phoenix University as its Chancellor, and he is also the Dean of the Institute of Christian Maturity.

To this day, Dr. John Binkley regularly participates in worldwide missionary work, spreading the word of God to those in need of help. Since 1995, Dr. Binkley has been involved in over 100 missionary trips, traveling to 66 nations in the process, and has partnered with many respected organizations across continents, including the Christian Men’s Network, Back To The Bible Mission and Goshen International. This extensive missionary work has helped many communities discover the teachings of Jesus Christ and build new homes, schools and churches in developing countries.

Outside of his missionary work, Dr. John Binkley also plays a key role in introducing people to God’s plan for them through his work on the Board of Directors of three faith-based organizations:

• Here’s Life Africa – a non-profit interdenominational ministry that shares the story of Jesus and equips pastors in remote African villages.
• Iran Alive Ministries – organization with the goal of transforming the lives of Iranians through viral evangelism and practical leadership development.
• Christian Cultural Center – a unique example of Christian ministry, fusing elements of a cathedral, Smithsonian and college campus to help spiritual seekers become transformed believers.

It should come as little surprise then that Dr. Binkley’s book, Character is King, provides a valuable road map for people searching for God’s purpose for them in their day-to-day lives. Through this book, Dr. Binkley helps readers recognize that God has a destination in mind for them, and offers universal truths that will help them discover this plan and use it to set the pattern for their lives.

The determination his faith and love of God instills in Dr. John Binkley influences every aspect of his life, including his business, with Generational Equity offering professional M&A guidance for business owners throughout North America. Whether it is for the continued growth of their company, or cementing their exit strategy, Dr. Binkley has always been committed to supporting their professional ambitions, a commitment that is being sustained by his son, Ryan Binkley, in his role as President and CEO of Generational Equity.

Through his eternal faith in The Lord, Dr. Binkley continues to thrive in his pursuit of his professional, personal and spiritual ambitions. If you would like to discover more about Dr. John Binkley, please visit his LinkedIn profile.

Dr. John Binkley has been known for many things; a dedicated family man, a philanthropist, a published author, and of course, a messenger of the word of God through his work with numerous faith-based organizations. However, Dr. Binkley has for many years been respected for his exceptional business acumen, with his greatest accomplishments in this field coming as Founder of Generational Equity, one of the highest ranked Middle-Market M&A firms in North America. Under his direction and the foundation he built, his organization continues to make waves in this industry.

Dr. Binkley’s passion and extensive business experience has been crucial in the early formation and continued growth of Generational Equity. At the helm for over 20 years, the firm has grown from its humble beginnings to now hold a network of over 200 skilled M&A professionals. A respected businessman in several different industries prior to founding Generational Equity, his wide experience has helped entrepreneurs across all sectors achieve their business goals. From supporting the growth of their company through strategic partnerships and insightful value-enhancement techniques, to guiding them through the process of exiting their business for the right return on investment, Dr. John Binkley has played a key role in fulfilling their professional and personal ambitions.

One of the key factors behind Generational Equity’s robust reputation in Middle-Market M&A is the comprehensive process that Dr. Binkley set out and has evolved over time. Educating business owners about hidden value in their business and the importance of building their organization with a future buyer in mind is a major component of this. This is influenced by Dr. Binkley’s own education, where he earned his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Southern Methodist University’s Cox School of Business. This deep knowledge of the business sphere not only benefits Generational Equity’s clients – he has also conducted many seminars on leadership and business across the globe, guiding the next generation of entrepreneurs with the skills necessary to achieve their visions.

Dr. Binkley’s influence on Generational Equity’s continued development is still felt today in his role as Chairman. He remains at the heart of the firm’s all-inclusive approach to directing business owners on their journey through the M&A process, and has also played a big part in securing its long-term future. His son, Ryan Binkley, is building upon Dr. Binkley’s foundations as the company’s President and CEO, ensuring the aspirations of company owners will continue to be realized in years to come. Today, Generational Equity has achieved over 40 awards recognizing their success and continued growth, including the prestigious Investment Banking Firm of the Year from The M&A Advisor.

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