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The McLean Group

Investment banking for DGI and security

Overview

The McLean Group provides investment banking and financial services focused on defense, government & intelligence, security, critical infrastructure, maritime, technology & software, facility services, unmanned systems, and public safety markets. It helps clients with transaction advisory, valuation opinions, and growth capital, delivered by 60+ professionals with deep industry experience and hands-on execution. The firm blends financial strategy with practical industry know-how to tailor advisory and capital solutions for transactions, value assessments, and growth opportunities. Its specialization in core sectors and focus on execution set it apart, aiming to help clients achieve strategic and financial outcomes aligned with their sector needs.

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About The McLean Group

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Why The McLean Group is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

ConsultingIndustrial & ManufacturingFinancial ServicesDefense

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

McLean, VA

Founded

1994

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What believers are saying

  • October 2026 deal flow stayed active, including Fraser Industries and Valiant O&M mandates.
  • The firm added Joshua Butler, Jeremy Migden, Paul Peou, and promoted John Ames.
  • Q3 2026 reports cite 66 DGI transactions, signaling healthy market activity for mandates.

What critics are saying

  • FY2027 NDAA stalled in October 2026, threatening defense client budgets and deal timing.
  • National security clients face procurement concentration risk when Pentagon awards or appropriations slip.
  • A federal spending freeze or shutdown would crush DGI advisory volumes and expose existential concentration.

What makes The McLean Group unique

  • The McLean Group owns defense, government, intelligence, security, critical infrastructure, and maritime coverage.
  • October 2026 reports show deep domain fluency across contract awards, backlogs, and valuation multiples.
  • Recent deals with Fraser Industries, Valiant O&M, Syntasa, and TENICA prove repeatable execution.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Vacation
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Training Programs
  • Professional Development Budget

Company News

The McLean Group
Aug 13th, 2025
Sell-Side Financial Assessments: Preparing for a Smoother, Stronger M&A Process

That's where The McLean Group's Sell Side Financial Assessment comes in.

Citybiz
Jan 15th, 2025
2024 M&A Year In Review from The McLean Group

The McLean Group's 2024 Middle Market M&A Year in Review highlights a year of significant shifts in the Defense, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, and Maritime industries.

The McLean Group
May 9th, 2024
Joshua Butler Joins The McLean Group

Joshua Butler joins The McLean Group.

The McLean Group
Feb 22nd, 2024
The McLean Group Announces Promotion of John Ames

The McLean Group announces promotion of John Ames.

The McLean Group
Mar 10th, 2022
McLean Group, LLC hired Jeremy Migden on Mar 10th 22'.

The McLean Group announced today that Jeremy Migden will be joining its Defense, Government and Intelligence (DGI) team.

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