(Greensboro, N.C.) June 28, 2011 – Algenon Cash, managing director of boutique investment banking group Wharton Gladden & Company, announces today that the firm has been selected by Business Leader Media as one of the “Top 300 Small Businesses in the Southeast”. Wharton Gladden has been recognized as a leader amongst peer companies in the rapidly expanding Southeast.

All selected companies were required to demonstrate revenue growth of 40% or greater over the last five years, in addition to a variety of other key performance metrics.  Wharton Gladden satisfied all of the challenging requirements, proving the firm is experiencing astounding growth despite the economic downturn.

“We have a lot of great companies in the Southeast, being considered amongst the “Top 300 Small Businesses” is an incredible achievement for our young organization,” said Cash.

Business Leader Media has consistently recognized Wharton Gladden for a variety of achievements.  Wharton Gladden has the simple mission to “define the standard of excellence.”  The firm’s goal is to achieve excellence in every area of business, including client relationships, team building, sales growth, and community service.

This recognition improves the visibility of the firm while further solidifying the credibility of the organization.  According to Cash, “My team and I work tirelessly to serve our clients and grow the company, so it always feels good to be recognized for that hard work.” The Wharton Gladden team will continue to provide exceptional service to every client, defining the standard of excellence.

About Wharton Gladden & Company:

Wharton Gladden & Company is a uniquely designed boutique investment banking firm that specializes in providing strategic advisory services, underwriting, capital placement and private equity for a diversified client base that includes corporations, real estate developers, financial institutions, investors, municipalities and high net worth individuals.