Stout served as the exclusive financial advisor to Crescend Technologies, LLC (dba IDSI) in connection with its sale to Frontgrade, a portfolio company of Veritas Capital.

Headquartered in York, Pennsylvania, IDSI is a solutions-focused defense electronics company specializing in the design and production of proprietary SWaP-C, small-form-factor RF amplifiers. These components play a critical role in electronic warfare and tactical communications mission sets across multiple domains and programs of record. With a reputation for engineering excellence and speed to market, IDSI is a trusted partner to major Primes and emerging technology companies.

Frontgrade, based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a leading provider of analog and radiation-hardened electronics for aerospace, defense, and medical applications. The acquisition of IDSI strengthens Frontgrade’s capabilities in RF and electronic warfare technologies, furthering its commitment to providing mission-critical solutions to government and commercial customers.

Veritas Capital, a technology-focused private equity firm managing over $11 billion, sponsors Frontgrade and continues to invest in cutting-edge defense and technology solutions.