The leading boutique financial advisory firm in the Defense, Government & Intelligence (DGI), Security, Critical Infrastructure and Maritime markets.
About Us
The McLean Group is a 25 year old boutique investment bank and financial services firm focused on the Defense, Government & Intelligence (DGI), Security, Critical Infrastructure and Maritime markets. Our 60+ professionals bring deep industry experience and relentless execution to every client engagement. We provide solutions that blend financial creativity with operational expertise. Whether we are providing transaction advisory, valuation opinions or growth capital, our services are unmatched in these core markets.
Our clients are special and their missions are often vital to national security. They are required to be excellent at all times, and expect the same from their transaction advisor.
(US$) Transaction Value Since 2010
Closed M&A Engagements Since 2010
Growth Capital Investments
Years Supporting our Clients
Dedicated US Offices
Annual Valuation Clients
Dedicated Industry Focused Teams
Within each industry group, our senior team averages over twenty years of financial and operational experience in the markets they support. Additionally, each team member maintains highly-specialized skills and certifications to include security clearances and numerous financial designations. We maintain very close relationships with strategic and financial acquirers in our market segments as well as all sources of equity and debt capital. This assures we can provide our clients with thorough and informed advice and tailor capital solutions to meet their needs.
Defense & Government
- Intelligence Community
- Defense Services and Products
- Federal Civilian Services
- State and Local Government
Security
- Physical Security Services
- Integrators
- Cyber Security
- Access Control, Video & Security Technology
Critical Infrastructure
- Water & Wastewater
- Food Security and Supply
- Energy Infrastructure
- Critical Communications
- First Responders & Emergency Services
- Fintech
Maritime
- Vessels
- Tier Two & Three Services
- Ports & Facilities
Capabilities
Transaction Advisory
Buy & Sell-Side M&A Support
Valuation Services
Accredited & Trained Professionals
Corporate Finance
Capital Access & Requirements Analysis
Growth Capital
Supporting Inorganic Growth
Asset Appraisals
ASA-certified Asset Appraisals
Exit Planning
Strategic Exit Planning
Representative Transactions
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Recent News
Monthly Middle Market M&A Insider Report (January 2025)
The M&A market kicked off 2025 with significant developments across key industries, including defense, government services, cybersecurity, and critical infrastructure. Our latest report provides deep insights into deal activity, valuation trends, and market drivers shaping the landscape. Some key trends include an M&A slowdown marked by the lowest deal count in a decade—900 transactions vs. 1,200 in Jan 2024. […]
2024 Middle Market M&A Year in Review
The McLean Group’s 2024 Middle Market M&A Year in Review examines the latest mergers and acquisitions trends in the Defense, Government, Intelligence Services, Security, Critical Infrastructure, and Marine sectors. Explore key insights, industry data, and M&A activity shaping these critical markets. Stay ahead with our comprehensive analysis. […]
McLean Advised Dignari on Sale to Ernst & Young (EY)
The McLean Group advises DIGNARI on its recent sale to Ernst & Young (EY). DIGNARI, which uses a data-driven strategy to advise U.S. government clients, boasts a 300+ strong workforce […]