As the Founder and Chairman of reputable Middle-Market M&A firm Generational Equity, Dr. John Binkley is highly-regarded as a businessman, both in his home of Dallas, Texas and across the nation. The firm has helped many business owners and facilitated the transfer of nearly $4 billion in wealth for its clients. However, while Dr. Binkley is rightly proud and deeply invested in the growth of the firm and the support it offers company owners throughout North America, Dr. Binkley considers himself a Man of God first.

Indeed, Dr. John Binkley’s business education began at the Cox School of Business from South Methodist University, where he still has strong connections to his alma mater. His further education reflected his dedication to his faith; Dr. Binkley completed his Master’s and Doctorate in Ministry from Phoenix University of Theology, one of the first people to receive this distinction. He now serves as Chancellor at this very university, playing a role in the education of the next generations of students. Furthermore, Dr. Binkley is also the Dean of the Institute of Christian Maturity.

Dr. Binkley’s commitment to the Church extends to his work on the Board of Directors for several faith-based organizations. These include Here’s Life Africa, who share the gospel of Christ throughout Africa and train/equip pastors for villages across the continent, and Iran Alive Ministries, which seeks to transform the lives of Iranians through viral evangelism and practical leadership development. In addition, he is also on the board for the unique Christian Cultural Center, fusing a cathedral, Smithsonian and college campus into one dynamic spiritual experience. Dr. Binkley’s tenure the helm of Generational Equity helps ensure the success of these associations in spreading the word of The Lord.

Dr. John Binkley has also been on over 100 mission trips since 1995, visiting 66 countries in the process. On these missions, he has participated in and partnered with some of the biggest organizations in the United States and globally, such as the Christian Men’s Network, Global Advance and Goshen International. This endeavor to spread the word of God is continued in Dr. Binkley’s work as a philanthropist and published author. His book, Character is King, charts a road map to help others discover the path that God has designated for you. Comparable to his work crafting Generational Equity’s comprehensive process for business owners to prepare for a successful exit, this offers universal truths and a complete plan to following His eternal plan.

Both his pursuits in business and his faith play a huge part in defining Dr. John Binkley, as well as his love of family. His son, Ryan Binkley, now directs the continued growth of Generational Equity as the firm’s President and CEO, allowing Dr. Binkley to devote more time to his loved ones and his work with missionaries and the Church. He remains active in the business in his role as Chairman, and his foundations have allowed the organization to thrive and establish a strong presence in the Middle-Market M&A sphere. Now, Generational Equity employs a specialist team of over 200 M&A professionals and has won over 40 awards from recognizable publications, including The M&A Advisor, Thomson Reuters and Inc. 500.

As a businessman and a Man of God, Dr. John Binkley continues to be committed to company growth, spiritual growth and personal growth, both for himself and those he interacts with on God’s path.

You can read more about Dr. John Binkley on his LinkedIn profile. Also, you can learn more about Dr. Binkley’s company Generational Equity on their official website.

Today, Generational Equity is widely considered one of the most renowned Middle-Market M&A advisory firms in North America, helping company owners pursue their business and personal goals. The foundations for this distinguished reputation were laid by founder Dr. John Binkley, thanks to his unrivaled business acumen. John’s impassioned approach has been crucial to Generational Equity’s remarkable growth, which continues in his role as Chairman.

John Binkley’s motivations in the business sphere began with his education. He earned his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from the Cox School of Business at Southern Methodist University in 1978, and retains strong ties to his alma mater. John has always encouraged education as a key aspect of business strategy, with this forming a pillar in Generational Equity’s support for company owners looking to exit for the optimal value. This is why he has persisted in his education, receiving his Master’s and Doctorate of Ministry from the Phoenix University of Theology in 2005. To this day, John is the Chancellor of that very university, as well as Dean of the Institute of Christian Maturity.

A respected businessman, John’s extensive career has led to encounters with entrepreneurs across all sectors, which has all benefitted the development of Generational Equity under his guidance. With John at the helm for over 20 years, the firm has grown to hold more than 200 professional advisors and dealmakers, all committed to assisting middle-market business owners explore strategic approaches to company growth and exiting at the right time. The fundamentals he established has pushed Generational Equity to over 40 awards, such as the sought-after Investment Banking Firm of the Year from The M&A Advisor.

John’s extensive experience in business has not only helped Generational Equity’s many clients, but others worldwide. Indeed, John has conducted instructive leadership and business-related seminars on a global scale, sharing his experiences and insight to support the next generation of entrepreneurs. Also a dedicated family man, John’s son, Ryan Binkley, is building on the foundations forged by his father in his role as President and CEO of Generational Equity.

This allows John to commit time to his work with faith-based organizations, as a prolific philanthropist, and as a published author. His book, Character Is King, charts a road map to help people find and follow the path God wants for them. John serves on the Board of Directors of three Christian organizations – Here’s Life Africa, Iran Alive Ministries and Christian Cultural Center – and has been on over a hundred missions since 1995. His devotion to his faith is matched only be his ambitions in business, which has aided both Generational Equity’s growth and the aspirations of company owners throughout North America for the future of their business.

From strategic partnerships to value-enhancement plans, John Binkley has played a significant role in entrepreneurs realizing their visions for their company through the work of Generational Equity and its team of M&A professionals. He laid the groundwork for the firm’s rise to the summit of the Middle-Market M&A industry, resulting in the transfer of nearly $4 billion in wealth over the course of its existence.

To learn more about Dr. John Binkley, you can find out more about him on his personal website, or view more information on John Binkley’s LinkedIn profile.