Investment bank Piper Sandler Companies announced it had acquired G Squared Capital Partners last week.
Washington, D.C.-based G Squared is an investment bank specializing in government services and defense technology. The firm’s founders, Greg Nossaman and Greg Woodford, each have more than 20 years of experience, and will join the Piper Sandler technology investment banking platform, officials with the banks said. The acquisition will allow the bank to provide
dedicated coverage of the government services and defense technology markets.
“This merger allows us to serve new clients in these rapidly growing markets and continues the growth of our technology investment banking platform,” Brian White, co-head of technology investment banking at Piper Sandler, said. “We are excited to partner with a firm that aligns with our commitment to clients and culture, and we look forward to welcoming our new colleagues to the team.”
Piper Sandler offers securities brokerage and investment banking services throughout the U.S. through Piper Sandler & Co., member SIPC and NYSE, as well as in the United Kingdom through Piper Sandler Ltd., authorized and regulated by the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority; the European Union through Aviditi Capital Advisors Europe GmbH, a tied agent of AHP Capital Management GmbH; and in Hong Kong through Piper Sandler Hong Kong Ltd., authorized and regulated by the Securities and Futures Commission. The bank also offers alternative asset management and fixed income advisory services through separately registered advisory affiliates.
No financial details about the transaction were released.