Founded by J. Patrick “Rick” Michaels, Jr. in 1973, CEA has advised on over 1,000 transactions in approximately 60+ countries.
Our vision, first-hand experience and relationships can be invaluable when navigating ever-changing market landscapes.
Put CEA’s first hand experience and relationships to work exploring, planning and executing for you.
We are delighted to celebrate 52 years as a global investment bank and advisory specialist, a milestone that reflects our unwavering commitment to building long-term relationships with our clients.
This journey, which began in 1973, has been marked by our evolution from a niche investment bank serving a select group of clients in the cable industry to a multifaceted global advisor at the forefront of cutting-edge sectors.
CEA Group has been very fortunate by the loyalty and dedication of our staff’s significant contributions to CEA’s 52-year success story.
Over the decades, CEA Group has continuously adapted to the changing landscape of the financial world, expanding our expertise to include industries such as cybersecurity, space technology, intelligence, fintech, media, telecom, and other technology-oriented sectors. This evolution not only highlights our adaptability but also reinforces our position as a leading voice in these dynamic fields.
I am grateful for the worldwide countless friends, clients, and contacts we have transacted business with in more than 60 countries. We invite our clients and prospects to engage further with CEA Group as we navigate the exciting opportunities ahead together. Your success is our priority, and we are here to support you with our extensive knowledge and expertise. Let’s connect soon and I look forward to embarking with you on this collaborative journey into the future.
"There have been kaleidoscopic changes over the last half century which have dramatically changed the sectors of interest and focus for CEA. We continue to serve clients in our traditional areas of interest – media, entertainment, and communications. We have also expanded into new areas for CEA which include cybersecurity/intelligence and space technology/infrastructure. CEA has also maintained a core focus on family and entrepreneurially-owned businesses.
We are fortunate that CEA’s Senior Advisors have played a key role through their experience, knowledge, and contacts globally, allowing CEA to better serve our clients.”
Through specialized advisory and investment banking services, CEA continues to serve clients and partners as it has done for five decades. As well as a successful alternative asset management transaction history, guiding them through paradigm shifts in industries all over the world.
"Spotting Winning Opportunities" is the hallmark of CEA’s perspective and culture. No matter the business or economic climate, opportunity demands the right thing in the right place at the right time.
Plan for it…Capitalize on it.
Tampa, FL. March 31, 2025. CEA Group is pleased to continue its collaboration and representation of this revolutionary technology for the communications industry.
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Tampa, FL. - CEA Group (“CEA”) is pleased to announce that Jeff Snyder, CEA's Senior Advisor for Cyber Security, Government Services and Technology has been appointed to Argus Enterprises’ Advisory Board.
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