Cognient Group is a premier investment bank offering a full array of financial advisory and valuation services enabling companies to confidently make informed, strategic decisions about their businesses. Our clients range from privately held middle market companies to large publicly traded corporations, as well as an increasing number of private equity firms, hedge funds and business development companies. Clients are the lifeblood of our business and we pride ourselves on our ability to achieve greater success for them.
Leveraging 30 years of success in the industry, the firm was founded by Chet Gougis, former CEO and Vice Chairman of Duff and Phelps, to offer one-stop, tailored investment banking solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.
Specialties
Fairness Opinions, Solvency Opinions, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Valuations, Portfolio Valuations
