Why Join?

ACG brings together the most active and influential professionals in middle-market M&A. Our members fuel deal flow, growth, and innovation across every stage of the transaction process.

When you join ACG, you gain direct access to the people, insights, and opportunities shaping the market—and the connections that make deals happen.

Access the Entire M&A Ecosystem

ACG’s membership spans the full deal lifecycle—from advisors and lenders to private equity firms, investment banks, law firms, and corporate buyers.

Connect Through Exclusive Events

From local chapter programs to global conferences, ACG hosts 1,000+ events each year designed for dealmakers. Build relationships, discover opportunities, and stay visible among top professionals in your market.

Stay Ahead with Trends & Insights

Members get premium access to ACG Insights, GF Data®, the Middle Market Growth podcast, and ACG videos, plus members-only webinars, surveys, and reports that deliver real-time intelligence on M&A trends, strategies, and best practices.

Member Benefits

Member-Exclusive Events & Programs: Collaborate with peers through expert panels and curated networking.
Discounts on All ACG-Hosted Events: Member pricing for conferences and regional programs.
Committee and Board Opportunities: Build real relationships and visibility in your local market by volunteering for a chapter committee or board position. (Chapter approval required)
ACG Networks: Connect with peer groups focused on your specialty: Young Professionals, Women of ACG, Family Offices, Corporate Development Officers, and more. (Availability varies by chapter; some networks require approval or an additional fee)
ACG Member Directory: Search, connect, and build relationships with middle-market professionals.
ACG Magazine: Access news, trends, and thought leadership in the middle market.
Webinars: Hear directly from leading experts and industry innovators.
Middle Market Growth Podcast: In-depth interviews with M&A leaders and industry experts.
Video Content: Watch interviews and deal stories featuring top investors and executives.
GF Data®: Receive discounted access to the most reliable data on private M&A transactions ($10–$500M).
Member-Only Offers: Exclusive discounts from ACG’s strategic partners.
- EPG Membership: Pre-approved for free access to a GPO leveraging $60B in collective purchasing power with vendors like UPS and Maersk.
- Fintent: ACG has partnered with Fintent, an AI-powered deal intelligence platform that helps middle-market dealmakers get into deals earlier and miss fewer deals.
- Insperity: ACG members gain access to an experienced team focused on helping middle-market firms improve operational efficiency, reduce HR-related risk, and scale more effectively.
- The ACG & Oracle NetSuite Partnership: Members receive exclusive access to a leading Cloud ERP system.
- Wall Street Prep: Members receive exclusive access and premium pricing to a custom-built ACG Middle Market Accelerator Program — practical, role-specific M&A training built from the same curriculum used at the world's leading private equity firms and investment banks.

Member benefits may vary by chapter. Use our Chapter Locator to explore local options.

By the Numbers

75% of members do business with other members.
86% would highly recommend ACG to a colleague.

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