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

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

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 Sell-side Support: Equity Methods on its Acquistion by HGGC

Stax Provides Sell-side Support to Equity Methods on its Acquistion 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.

Stax Provides Sell-side Support to Command Investigations on its Acquisition by Incline Equity Partners

April 9, 2025

Stax provided sell-side support for Command Investigations, a national provider of insurance investigation services, on its recent acquisition by Incline Equity Partners. Click here to read more.

Stax Advises HITRUST on Growth Investment from Brighton

Stax Advises HITRUST, a Leading Cybersecurity Assurance Platform, on Growth Investment from Brighton Park Capital

March 19, 2025

Stax recently supported HITRUST, a leader in information security assurance for risk and management and compliance, on its growth investment by Brighton Park Capital. Learn more.

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.

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

Employee Spotlights

Stax Named a 2025 Top Consulting Firm by Management Consulted

What Staxers Have to Say

“I find fulfillment when my clients can leverage our work to make informed decisions. From a professional standpoint, there is nothing more fulfilling than a client showing appreciation for the work we’ve done and the impact we’ve had in enabling them to make a decision as a result.”

Marissa Licursi, Senior Manager
“Ask questions, make mistakes, and don't be afraid to own a portion of the deliverable you're working on. Every team at Stax is here to support you, and your learning benefits everyone around you. Be curious and show your interest—it will be noticed and appreciated”

Luke Gordan, Former Associate Co-op, Northeastern University
“I think that oftentimes professional services forget that they are people businesses, and the people are the product, which is something that’s never left us.”

Paul Edwards, Senior Managing Director
“Over the last eight years, from Senior Associate to Associate Director, I have been provided access to leadership, client-facing opportunities, and a career trajectory that would not have been possible at other firms.”

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Kelsey Chisholm, Associate Director
“Stax offers candidates better overall flexibility, superior work/life balance, and greater responsibilities/opportunities to lead from the front, all while making real relationships and friendships along the way.”

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Dhruv Yadav, Senior Manager
“The team is exceptionally talented and understands how to deliver top-tier client work in a sustainable way. Our senior leaders are transparent, accessible, and deeply care about their people.”

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Joel Slater, Director

30 Years of Actionable Insights

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

Vince Zosa

Roy Lockhart

Anuj A. Shah

Recent Deal Transactions

Stax Provides Sell-side Support to Equity Methods on its Acquistion by HGGC

Stax Provides Sell-side Support to Koozie Group on its Acquisition by Garyline

Stax Provides Sell-side Support to Command Investigations on its Acquisition by Incline Equity Partners

Stax Advises HITRUST, a Leading Cybersecurity Assurance Platform, on Growth Investment from Brighton Park Capital

Employee Spotlights

Stax Recognized as a 2025 Top Consulting Firm by Management Consulted

Stax Recognized by Consulting Magazine for Mentorship and Enrichment Program

Darren Buskirk Featured on Management Consulted's Podcast

Anantha Natalegawa Honored as a 2025 Rising Star by Consulting Magazine

“I find fulfillment when my clients can leverage our work to make informed decisions. From a professional standpoint, there is nothing more fulfilling than a client showing appreciation for the work we’ve done and the impact we’ve had in enabling them to make a decision as a result.”

“Ask questions, make mistakes, and don't be afraid to own a portion of the deliverable you're working on. Every team at Stax is here to support you, and your learning benefits everyone around you. Be curious and show your interest—it will be noticed and appreciated”

“I think that oftentimes professional services forget that they are people businesses, and the people are the product, which is something that’s never left us.”

“Over the last eight years, from Senior Associate to Associate Director, I have been provided access to leadership, client-facing opportunities, and a career trajectory that would not have been possible at other firms.”

“Stax offers candidates better overall flexibility, superior work/life balance, and greater responsibilities/opportunities to lead from the front, all while making real relationships and friendships along the way.”

“The team is exceptionally talented and understands how to deliver top-tier client work in a sustainable way. Our senior leaders are transparent, accessible, and deeply care about their people.”