Great American Holdings Expands M&A Advisory Suite with QoE Practice Launch
Event summary
- Great American Holdings' GA Advisory & Valuation Services launched a dedicated Financial Due Diligence (QoE) practice on June 23, 2026.
- Ryan Irby, founder of Traders Oak Capital Advisors, appointed as Managing Director to lead the new practice.
- Irby brings 13 years of experience and has advised on over 400 transactions ranging from $10M to $500M in enterprise value.
- The launch completes GA Group's 'Core 4' Financial Advisory Services for M&A activity: Valuation, Transaction Opinions, CFO Advisory, and QoE.
The big picture
The launch of the QoE practice positions GA Group to compete more aggressively in the M&A advisory space, particularly as private equity activity remains robust. With Oaktree Capital Management as majority owner, the move suggests a strategic push to consolidate and expand service offerings within the financial due diligence segment. The addition of Irby, with his extensive transaction experience, signals an intent to capture a larger share of mid-market deals.
What we're watching
- Market Positioning
- Whether GA Group can differentiate its QoE practice in a crowded market dominated by established players.
- Client Acquisition
- The pace at which the new practice attracts private equity firms and corporate clients seeking M&A support.
- Integration Success
- How effectively Irby integrates his expertise into GA Group's existing advisory services to create a seamless offering.