The DAK Group, a prominent investment bank, continues to expand its footprint in the middle-market sector with the appointment of Nikita Trusov as the firm’s newest director.
Headquartered in Ridgewood, the firm—which specializes in mergers, acquisitions, and strategic advisory for privately held companies—announced the hire on Tuesday. The move signals a period of robust growth for the regional M&A landscape as business owners increasingly look to navigate complex transitions and maximize company value.
Trusov joins DAK with a formidable pedigree in investment banking. He will be tasked with advising clients on both sell-side and buy-side transactions, providing guidance through the intricate phases of the M&A lifecycle.
Before arriving in Ridgewood, Trusov served at Citizens Capital Markets & Advisory, where he focused on advising founder-owned and private equity-backed businesses. His professional background also includes a tenure as Vice President at Q Advisors, giving him a broad perspective across multiple industry sectors.
“We are pleased to welcome Nikita to the DAK Group,” said Alan Scharfstein, CEO of The DAK Group. “His depth of transaction experience and hands-on approach will provide immediate value to our clients. We continue to see strong activity in the middle market, and adding talent like Nikita supports our ability to meet growing client demand.”
Since its founding in 1984, The DAK Group has become a staple of the New Jersey financial services community, executing hundreds of transactions. The firm provides a suite of services beyond simple sales, including:
- Strategic Leadership Advisory
- Business Valuations
- Fairness Opinions
The addition of Trusov is a strategic play to address the “strong activity” currently seen in the middle-market space, where local business owners are increasingly seeking expert counsel to navigate a shifting economic environment.
For many New Jersey entrepreneurs, the arrival of seasoned talent like Trusov at a local firm means easier access to high-level Wall Street expertise right in Bergen County.
