ACG Orange County

What ACG Orange County does

ACG Orange County is a regional chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), a nonprofit professional membership association headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, that has connected middle-market M&A dealmakers since its founding in 1954. The Orange County chapter, established in 1984 and based in Newport Beach, California, operates as one of 61 local chapters within ACG's global network of more than 100,000 M&A professionals spanning the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Germany, and Austria. ACG serves middle-market companies (typically $50M–$500M in revenue), private equity firms, investment banks, corporate development officers, and financial intermediaries through a portfolio of flagship events (DealMAX, Capital Connection, DealSource), structured peer networks (PECS, Women of ACG, YACG), digital media (ACG Insights, Middle Market Growth podcast, ACG The Magazine), and proprietary benchmarking data (GF Data, acquired 2022, covering $10M–$500M enterprise value PE-sponsored transactions).

The underlying technology stack centers on ACG Access (a scheduling tool enabling 20-minute one-on-one meetings at Capital Connection events), a member directory platform, an event-registration and chapter-management system, and the ACG Insights content management and podcast/video distribution platform at acginsights.org. Revenue is generated through three primary streams: annual individual membership dues (priced at $350–$525 depending on chapter and member age bracket, with discounted rates for Emerging Professionals under 35), event registration fees for conferences and chapter meetings, and a multi-tier corporate sponsorship program (Official Sponsor of Growth, Growth Leader, Growth Champion, Growth Supporter, DealMAX Event Sponsor, and chapter-level sponsors). Sponsorship relationships with Datasite, Forvis Mazars, Insperity, S&P Global, PitchBook, and GF Data form a significant portion of corporate revenue. Distribution is community-led and event-driven, with growth primarily driven by membership recruitment, flagship conferences, and thought-leadership content rather than direct sales motions.

The organization is governed as a nonprofit corporation under Illinois law, led by CEO Brent Baxter, with a board of directors providing governance. There are no funding rounds, no parent company, and no public equity; the entity is membership-funded and not venture-backed. The Orange County chapter specifically operates within the West Region of ACG's chapter structure, contributing to local networking, deal-sourcing events, and member services in Southern California.

Name

ACG Orange County

Legal name

Association for Corporate Growth, Inc.

Website

https://acg.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1954

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

ACG Orange County is a chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth, a nonprofit membership association connecting middle-market M&A dealmakers through 61 global chapters, flagship conferences (DealMAX), proprietary benchmarking data (GF Data), and structured peer networks serving 100,000+ professionals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Newport Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual individual membership fees providing access to local chapters, national events, member directory, and ACG resources. Tampa Bay Chapter dues are $525 annually; Emerging Professionals (35 and under) pay $375 for first two years.
2. Event Registration Fees: Revenue from event tickets for conferences like DealMAX, Capital Connection events, webinars, and chapter meetings. Member discounts available on all ACG-hosted events.
3. Sponsorship Revenue: Multi-tiered sponsorship program including Official Sponsor of Growth (OSG), Growth Leader, Growth Champion, Growth Supporter, DealMAX Event Sponsor, and Chapter/Regional Event Sponsor levels. Sponsors receive brand exposure, thought leadership opportunities, and access to executive decision-makers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

ACG Orange County is a regional chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth, a nonprofit professional association that connects middle-market M&A dealmakers through individual membership, networking events, conferences, publications, and benchmarking data. The chapter delivers local and regional networking events, member services, and access to global ACG resources including DealMAX, ACG Insights, GF Data, the Member Directory, and structured peer networks such as PECS, Women of ACG, and YACG.

Product overview

ACG (Association for Corporate Growth) is a professional membership association serving the middle-market M&A community. The organization operates as a network-based platform offering events (DealMAX, Capital Connection, DealSource), publications (ACG Insights/Middle Market Growth, ACG The Magazine, PE Weekly), data services (GF Data for M&A benchmarking), professional networks (Young Professionals, Women of ACG, PECS), and job placement tools (ACG JobSource). The portfolio centers on connecting dealmakers through in-person events and providing intelligence through publications and data services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GF Data: M&A valuation and benchmarking data platform providing confidential data on private equity-sponsored M&A transactions in the $10 million-$500 million enterprise value range
• ACG DealMAX
• ACG DealSource
• ACG Capital Connection
• ACG JobSource
• Middle Market Growth Podcast

Products and services

• ACG Membership Annual individual membership providing access to local chapter events, national DealMAX and Capital Connection events, the member directory, ACG Insights content, and ACG Access scheduling tools. Available through 61 local chapters globally.
• DealMAX Conference Premier annual flagship conference for middle-market M&A professionals featuring DealSource meetings, capital connections, PE/IB Marketplace with exhibitor tables, sponsor lounges, and ACG Access scheduling for one-on-one meetings. DealMAX 2026 attracted 3,200+ dealmakers; DealMAX 2027 scheduled May 3-5 in Las Vegas.
• ACG Capital Connection Regional one-on-one meeting format events connecting Private Equity and Investment Banking professionals for dealmaking. Includes PE/IB Marketplace, Sponsor Lounge, and Attendee Deal Lounge for spontaneous meetings. Florida ACG Capital Connection held Nov 3-5, 2026 at Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island.
• ACG DealSource Flagship event format for middle-market dealmakers to connect in focused, one-on-one meeting formats, primarily for Private Equity and Investment Banking professionals.
• ACG Insights (formerly Middle Market Growth) Official digital publication of ACG providing news, thought leadership, and analysis for middle-market M&A professionals. Includes articles, podcasts, videos, and special reports.
• ACG The Magazine Official magazine publication featuring insights and analysis for dealmakers and executives across middle-market M&A, including special reports and exclusive market data.
• Middle Market Growth Podcast In-depth interviews with M&A thought leaders and middle-market dealmakers discussing market trends and value creation strategies.
• GF Data Provides reliable, confidential data on private equity-sponsored M&A transactions in the $10M-$500M enterprise value range for benchmarking, valuation, and market analysis. Acquired by ACG in 2022 and operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary.
• Private Equity C-Suite Network (PECS) National peer-to-peer network for private equity executives focused on shaping best practices.
• Women of ACG Professional network supporting women in the M&A and corporate growth community.
• Young Professionals of ACG (YACG) Network representing the next generation of business leaders and deal-makers under 35, connecting young professionals with resources for professional growth through structured networking, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.
• ACG JobSource Employment networking and job posting service for ACG members in the M&A field.
• Member Directory Exclusive online directory for ACG members to search and connect with fellow M&A professionals.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75% of ACG Members do deals with other members
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• GF DatacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 March 2026GF Data, an ACG company, became a 2026 Official Sponsor of Growth (OSG). GF Data provides reliable, confidential data on private equity-sponsored M&A transactions in the $10 million-$500 million enterprise value range. The partnership positions GF Data to more closely connect with M&A industry leaders while building credibility in essential dealmaking insights. ACG acquired GF Data in 2022.
• Wall Street PrepcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026ACG announced new partnership with Wall Street Prep to expand member upskilling opportunities. The partnership provides ACG members with access to Wall Street Prep's financial training and modeling courses, enhancing professional development offerings.
• Forvis MazarsflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Forvis Mazars, an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global and ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the US, is an Official Sponsor of Growth. The firm provides assurance, tax, and consulting services through its 7,000 dedicated team members.
• InsperityflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Insperity provides comprehensive, scalable HR solutions including payroll, benefits, talent management, and HR compliance services. As a 2026 Official Sponsor of Growth, Insperity helps prepare organizations for the human capital part of M&A transactions.
• DatasiteflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 February 2025Datasite, a leading SaaS platform for M&A and complex project execution, is a 2026 Official Sponsor of Growth. Datasite has participated in and supported ACG for more than a decade. The partnership enables Datasite to reach middle-market M&A professionals through brand exposure at DealMAX events and thought leadership via ACG media channels.
• S&P Global Market IntelligenceflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025S&P Global Market Intelligence delivers deep data and insights combining unrivaled data, analytics, and technology. As an Official Sponsor of Growth, they provide market intelligence to ACG's middle-market M&A professional community.
• PitchBookcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025PitchBook administers the conference mobile application for ACG events and validates attendee status before application access. PitchBook is a Growth Champion sponsor providing data and analytics to the M&A ecosystem.
• DatasiteflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerLeading SaaS platform used by enterprises globally to execute complex, strategic projects. Datasite's innovative products drive workflow automation and efficiencies while generating unique data insights for knowledge workers across the project lifecycle.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SourceScrub: Deal-sourcing and market-intelligence platform purpose-built for M&A professionals to find and prioritize acquisition targets. Overlaps with ACG's middle-market member networking and DealMAX deal-making formats at the digital sourcing layer.
• Axial: Online deal-sourcing platform serving the lower-middle-market M&A ecosystem with member directories, deal listings, and networking tools. Directly competes with ACG's member directory and Capital Connection networking format by digitizing the same buyer/seller matching function.
• Grata: B2B deal-sourcing and company-intelligence platform for M&A targeting. Competes with ACG's networking-driven deal flow by offering software-based company discovery and outreach workflows to PE and corporate development professionals.
• Alliance of M&A Advisors (AM&AA): The most direct peer to ACG — a membership-based professional association for middle-market M&A advisors and dealmakers offering networking, education, and credentialing. Both organizations compete for the same M&A intermediary member base and run annual conferences and chapter programming.

Others

• Datasite: SaaS platform for M&A deal execution (virtual data rooms, deal management). A decade-long ACG Official Sponsor of Growth and embedded in DealMAX — serves as enabling technology for the same middle-market M&A workflow that ACG's networking supports.

Broad incumbents

• Vistage: CEO peer advisory and executive coaching organization operating through local groups and annual events. Similar dues-and-events business model with comparable scale, and overlapping membership among mid-market CEOs who participate in M&A.
• YPO (Young Presidents' Organization): Premier peer-to-peer membership organization for chief executives with chapters, events, and educational forums. Comparable business model (dues-funded nonprofit with chapter structure and high-touch events) and serves a broader executive audience that overlaps ACG's PE C-suite segment.
• CFA Institute: Global nonprofit professional association offering membership, certifications (CFA charter), and continuing education to investment professionals. Comparable governance, dues-funded nonprofit structure, and member community model — though serving a broader finance audience than ACG's M&A focus.
• PitchBook: Premier private market data and research provider used extensively by ACG's PE and IB members. An ACG sponsor and event app partner, but also a broad incumbent in M&A data — comparable to GF Data at the benchmarking/intelligence layer.

Regional players

• Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO): Global peer-to-peer network for founders and owners of high-growth companies, with chapter-based events, learning forums, and member benefits. Operates an overlapping member base with ACG (PE-backed CEOs, family-owned mid-market operators) using a similar dues-funded association model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ACGGlobal
• Facebookfacebook.com/AssociationforCorporateGrowthGlobal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/association-for-corporate-growth-orange-county
• Instagraminstagram.com/acgglobal

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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