Protegrity Advisors, LLC

05/12/2026

Protegrity Advisors is proud to announce our role as exclusive M&A advisor to Atlas Asphalt in its acquisition by O2 Investment Partners.

Founded in 1988 and headquartered in New York, Atlas Asphalt is a premier provider of paving and maintenance services operating across more than 20 states. The company serves a blue-chip customer base spanning shopping centers, hotels, big-box retailers, warehouse clubs, and more.

Second-generation owners Tyler Cianciulli and Jordan Cianciulli will remain at the helm post-close, continuing to drive Atlas's impressive growth as they work to build a dominant paving platform in the Northeast.

O2 Investment Partners, a Midwest-based private equity firm focused on lower middle market family- and founder-owned businesses, brings the capital and operational expertise to help Atlas reach its next chapter.

Transactions like this one reflect exactly what we do at Protegrity Advisors — rolling up our sleeves at every stage of the process to help exceptional business owners achieve exceptional outcomes.

01/01/2026

✨ Happy New Year from Protegrity Advisors ✨

As we reflect on the past year, we’re incredibly grateful for the relationships we’ve built and the trust placed in us by clients, partners, and advisors. It’s been a meaningful year of collaboration and growth, and we look ahead to 2026 with optimism and a shared commitment to continued success.

11/27/2025

🍂 This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the people behind every deal.

At Protegrity Advisors, we have the privilege of working with remarkable business owners, dedicated teams, and trusted partners who make what we do meaningful.

Thank you for your confidence, collaboration, and partnership throughout the year. Your success is our mission, and we’re honored to be part of your journey.

Wishing you a happy, healthy, and joyful Thanksgiving!

11/04/2025

We are pleased to announce that Protegrity Advisors served as the exclusive M&A advisor to Idesco Corporation, a longstanding provider of secure access control and ID badging solutions, in its acquisition by Avery Products Corporation, a division of CCL Industries (TSX: CCL.B) — a global leader in specialty label, packaging, and security technologies.

This partnership strengthens Avery’s expanding portfolio of secure identification and credentialing solutions and positions both companies for continued growth.

Congratulations to the leadership team at IDESCO Corp. on this exciting new chapter. We’re proud to have supported you in this milestone transaction.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3Jk5CoF

Protegrity Advisors Advises IDESCO Corp. on Acquisition by CCL Industries’ Avery Products Division Transaction expands Avery’s secure identification and credentialing solutions globally November 2025 Protegrity Advisors, a leading M&A advisory firm ranked among the top in the U.S. for lower midd...

05/22/2025

Selling your business is more than a financial decision—it’s a personal journey that demands strategy, timing, and clarity.

In our latest blog, The Art of Selling a Business: Maximizing Business Value, we share expert insights to help business owners prepare for a successful transition.

Get ahead with a strategic approach that maximizes your value and aligns with your future.



https://protegrityadvisors.com/blog/2025-05-16-the-art-of-selling-a-business-maximizing-business-value

04/09/2025

At Protegrity Advisors, we pride ourselves on providing hands-on guidance from preparation to closing, ensuring a smooth and successful transaction every time.

Our latest deal? We advised Symbrant Technologies in its acquisition by Eastern DataComm — a strategic move expanding opportunities in the education, commercial, and residential smart technology integration sector.

Thinking about buying or selling a business?
Let’s talk about how we can help you reach your goals.

04/09/2025

Exciting News! Protegrity Advisors is proud to have served as the exclusive advisor to Symbrant Technologies in its acquisition by Eastern DataComm, a Baymark Partners Baymark Partners portfolio company.

Symbrant Technologies, a leading smart technology integrator, has grown to service 80+ school districts and 2,000+ buildings across the NYC metro area. Now, by joining forces with Eastern DataComm, they are poised for even greater expansion in safety and communications technology.

Congratulations to Symbrant Technologies, Eastern DataComm, and all parties involved in this strategic move!

Read more at: https://bit.ly/3DHupQu

02/19/2025

We’re honored that Protegrity Advisors has been ranked #10 in Axial’s 2024 Lower Middle Market Investment Banks!

This recognition highlights our ability to deliver exceptional results for our clients. Axial evaluated over 400 investment banks and advisory firms based on client quality, buy-side targeting, M&A process effectiveness and deal outcomes – and we are proud to be recognized among the best.

This achievement also reflects the confidence that wealth managers, lawyers, accountants, and other trusted advisors have in us when referring their clients. Our ability to sell to public and private companies and private equity firms based on the U.S. and internationally is a direct result of the passionate work of our team, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who has contributed to our growth!

Learn more about how Protegrity Advisors helps business owners navigate to the M&A process! www.ProtegrityAdvisors.com
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01/13/2025

As M&A activity continues to rise, tariffs are becoming a critical factor in shaping deals and valuations. From the growing demand for U.S. manufacturing to cross-border acquisitions, understanding tariff impacts is essential for buyers and sellers navigating today’s market.

Whether you're looking to sell your business, expand internationally, or invest in U.S. manufacturing, this article provides key insights on the short- and long-term effects of tariffs, historical lessons, and strategies to manage risks.

Explore how tariffs could impact your next deal! https://protegrityadvisors.com/blog/2025-01-13-ma-trends-how-tariffs-shape-the-deal-landscape-in-2025

12/26/2024

Happy Holidays from Protegrity Advisors!

As the year draws to a close, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, colleagues, and partners. Your trust, collaboration, and support have been instrumental in making 2024 a year of growth and success.

This holiday season, we celebrate the spirit of partnership and look forward to continuing to help businesses achieve their goals in the coming year.

From our Protegrity Advisors family to yours, we wish you a joyous holiday season filled with warmth, happiness, and cherished moments. Here's to a prosperous and fulfilling 2025!