CEA Group Overview
- Service
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Investment Bank
- Year Founded
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1973
- Employees
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24
- Serviced Companies
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57
- Serviced Deals
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45
- Serviced Investors
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23
CEA Group General Information
Description
Communications Equity Associates is a financing advisory and investment banking firm that provides corporate advisory services, investment banking, and alternative asset management services to the construction, software, retail, energy, mining, healthcare, logistics, transportation, communications, media, entertainment, and information technology sectors. The firm was founded in 1973 and is based in Tampa, Florida.
Contact Information
Website
www.ceaworldwide.comYear Founded
Corporate Office
- 101 East Kennedy Boulevard
- Suite 3300
- Tampa, FL 33602
- United States
CEA Group Services to Companies
Service on a Deal (45)
| Company Name | Service Provided | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMEX Group | Advisor: General | May 2022 | ||
| Turtle Infrastructure Partners | Advisor: General | Jun 2018 | ||
| Anchor Insurance | Advisor: General | Feb 2018 | ||
| I.F. Rooks | Advisor: General | Feb 2018 | ||
| DSM Technology Consultants | Advisor: General | Dec 2015 | ||
| United Country Real Estate | Advisor: General | Jun 2015 | ||
| United Real Estate Group | Advisor: General | Jun 2015 | ||
| BrightVolt | Advisor: General | Feb 2015 | ||
| Grant Co | Advisor: General | Dec 2014 | ||
| Three Eagles Communications | Advisor: General | Oct 2014 |
CEA Group Services to Investors
Service on a Deal — Buy Side (25)
| Investor Name | Service Provided | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Startle Music | Advisor: General | Jun 2024 | ||
| RedBird Capital Partners | Advisor: General | Aug 2022 | ||
| GMEX Group | Advisor: General | Jul 2022 | ||
| Diploma | Advisor: General | Mar 2016 | ||
| Fusion Connect | Advisor: General | Jan 2014 | ||
| GoodCo Companies | Advisor: General | Oct 2013 | ||
| Sonoma Media Group | Advisor: General | Aug 2013 | ||
| EIH Capital Advisors | Advisor: General | Sep 2012 | ||
| EIH Capital Advisors | Advisor: General | Sep 2012 | ||
| Top Media Group | Advisor: General | Aug 2010 |
Service on a Deal — Sell Side (11)
| Investor Name | Service Provided | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UnitedGlobalCom | Advisor: General | Sep 2013 | ||
| Emmis Communications | Advisor: General | Mar 2013 | ||
| Platinum Equity | Advisor: General | Oct 2011 | ||
| Protel i-Next | Advisor: General | Sep 2009 | ||
| Old UGC | Advisor: General | Sep 2008 | ||
| Publicidad Sarmiento | Advisor: General | Feb 2007 | ||
| Bancroft Private Equity | Advisor: General | Jun 2005 | ||
| MIG (Telecommunications Service Providers) | Advisor: General | Sep 2004 | ||
| Fujitsu | Advisor: General | Apr 2004 | ||
| Chispa Dos | Advisor: General | Jul 2001 |
CEA Group Investment Preferences
| Preferred Industries | Preferred Verticals | Preferred Deal Types | Geographic Preferences | Transaction Amount |
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CEA Group Team (65)
| Name | Title | Deals | Office |
|---|---|---|---|
| J. Patrick Michaels Jr. | Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer | Tampa, FL | |
| David Moyer | Senior Managing Director & President | Tampa, FL | |
| Brad Gordon | Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | Tampa, FL | |
| Ming Jung | Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer | Tampa, FL | |
| Paul Henley | Senior Managing Director | Tampa, FL |
CEA Group Board Members (3)
| Name | Representing | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| J. Patrick Michaels Jr. | CEA Group | Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer |
CEA Group FAQs
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When was CEA Group founded?
CEA Group was founded in 1973.
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Who is the founder of CEA Group?
J. Patrick Michaels Jr. is the founder of CEA Group.
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Who is the CEO of CEA Group?
J. Patrick Michaels Jr. is the CEO of CEA Group.
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Where is CEA Group headquartered?
CEA Group is headquartered in Tampa, FL.
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What is the size of CEA Group?
CEA Group total number of employees/professionals is 24.
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What service provider type is CEA Group?
CEA Group's service provider type is Investment Bank.
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What companies has CEA Group invested in or acquired?
CEA Group has invested in or acquired companies like pSemi, Tachyon Networks, and South Florida Business Leader.
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