Celebrating 30 years of Stax

30 Years of Actionable Insights


Celebrating Stax’s Milestones and Commitment to Client and Employee Success

Founded in 1994, Stax has achieved significant milestones over the past three decades including securing a recent platform investment, expanding into the U.K. and EMEA markets, and broadening its product offerings. 

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Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
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For three decades, Stax has been dedicated to providing data-driven insights to our private equity clients. Our firm has been purposefully built to cater exclusively to the needs of private equity investors throughout every stage of ownership, with our offerings and go-to-market aligned with the private equity investment lifecycle.

- Paul Edwards, Global Practice Leader

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Vince Zosa

"Stax partners with mid-market firms to deliver higher EBITDA performance. Our work combines strategic insight via advanced analytics along with a roll up your sleeves approach to produce enduring results." 

Roy Lockhart

"In our sell-side engagements, Stax partners with equity sponsors, management teams, and banking clients to facilitate successful capital raises and exits, while offering strategic guidance and growth plans for management teams post-close."

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Anuj A. Shah

"At Stax, we address current and emerging client needs with our integrated ESG advisory approach, embedded into our commercial solutions across the investment lifecycle.


Emphasizing the business case for ESG, we've transformed how our clients perceive it, reshaping its value and impact across stakeholder groups."

Recent Deal Transactions

Stax Advises Tenzing on Investment in ScreenCloud, a Cloud Digital Signage Leader
May 12, 2025
Stax congratulates Tenzing on its recent strategic investment in ScreenCloud, a global leader in cloud digital signage solutions. Click here to read more about the deal.
Stax Provides Sell-Side Support to Casepoint on Merger with OPEXUS​
May 6, 2025
Stax provided sell-side support to Vision Government Solutions on its Recapitalization by Great Hill Partners, working closely with their investment bank, Shea & Co. ​Click to read more.
Stax Sell-side Support: Equity Methods on its Acquisition by HGGC​
April 29, 2025
Stax supported Equity Methods, provider of executive & stock-based compensation reporting, valuation, and advisory services, on its recent acquisition by HGGC. Read more.
Stax Provides Sell-side Support to Koozie Group on its Acquisition by Garyline​
April 17, 2025
Stax congratulates Koozie Group, a leading US-based manufacturer, decorator, and supplier of promotional products, on its recent acquisition by Garyline. Learn more about the deal here.
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Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights

At Stax, we have a clear mission: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented individuals want to come, stay, and do their best work.

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I deeply appreciate our dedicated employees worldwide. I am continually impressed by their commitment to client satisfaction, their willingness to go above and beyond, and their support for each other. At Stax, our unique apprenticeship model underscores our focus on mentorship, professional growth, and building careers.

- Jayson Traxler, CEO

Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
Celebrating 30 years of Stax: 30 years of actionable insights
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Employee Spotlights

Paul Edwards Recognized Among Top 25 M&A Leaders of 2025 by The Consulting Report
May 12, 2025
Stax is proud to announce that Paul Edwards, Global Practice Lead, has been named one of The Consulting Report’s Top 25 M&A Leaders of 2025. Click here to read about the award.
Stax Named a 2025 Top Consulting Firm by Management Consulted
April 25, 2025
Stax is honored to be recognized once again as a Top Consulting Firm by Management Consulted. Click learn more about the criteria behind the award and how Stax continues to grow.
Stax Recognized by Consulting Magazine for Mentorship and Enrichment Program
April 22, 2025
Stax was recently honored by Consulting Magazine at the Rising Star Awards in Chicago for its innovative approach to talent development. Read about the award ceremony here.
Darren Buskirk Featured on Management Consulted's Podcast
April 22, 2025
Discover what makes Stax a standout in the consulting world as Managing Director Darren Buskirk shares insights on firm culture, career growth, and private equity work. Learn more here.
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What Staxers Have to Say