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M&A Source® Announces New Program with GF Data©
May 28, 2026 (Independence, OH) – M&A Source is pleased to announce a new member benefit program with GF Data, the leading valuation data provider for private lower and middle market business transactions. M&A Source members will receive discounted access to both a tailored database of $1M-$25M transactions, as well as GF Data’s full transaction database, beginning June, 2026.

“GF Data is widely recognized for its data and report quality, and we are excited to bring this solution to our members,” stated Jaclyn Ring, M&A Source 2026 Chair of the Board. “The two database options are a great fit for our members who work on a spectrum of deal sizes, and we appreciate GF Data working with us on this custom offering.”
“We are very excited about our partnership with such a credible and like-minded association in M&A Source. This gives us the opportunity to continue to strengthen our position in the lower and middle market community as the trusted authority for private market benchmarks. We’re grateful that both GF Data and M&A Source can come together in our growth journeys,” stated Ryan Meyers, Managing Director of GF Data.
Official rollout will begin mid/late June 2026, and M&A Source members will receive detailed information about the program options at that time.
“M&A Source has the strongest benefit partner program of any association in our industry, providing thousands in annual savings to our members on tools to grow and enhance their practices. The addition of GF Data further enhances this value proposition and equips them to close more deals,” stated Ring.
About GF Data
Founded in 2006, GF Data provides reliable valuation data on private-equity-sponsored lower and middle market transactions through quarterly reports and a comprehensive online valuation database. For more information visit www.gfdata.com.
About M&A Source
M&A Source® is the leading not for profit association for individuals and firms engaged in lower middle market business transactions. The association provides education, benefits, conferences, support programs and networking opportunities, and awards the Mergers & Acquisitions Master Intermediary® (M&AMI®) designation to qualified advisors. To learn more visit www.masource.org.