Mariner Buys Middle-Market M&A Advisory Shop

Mariner, a $245 billion national RIA firm, has acquired Woodbridge International, a middle-market mergers and acquisition consulting specialist firm based in New Haven, Connecticut.

The acquisition is aimed at bolstering Mariner’s position as a comprehensive financial advisory firm, according to Marty Bicknell, CEO and president of Mariner, while deepening its expertise in sell-side M&A advisory services.

“The integration of Woodbridge International into the Mariner family marks a transformative step in our mission to deliver comprehensive, client-focused financial services,” Bicknell said in a statement.

The announcement cites Woodbridge’s “impressive history of successful transactions” and its “seamless alignment” with Mariner’s core values as key drivers of the deal.

“This acquisition enables us to broaden our service offerings, empowering our clients to navigate the complexities of M&A with greater confidence and precision,” Bicknell added.