Industry Leader

DFPG is recognized as an industry leader for specialization in alternative investments with a particular focus on real estate. We create distinct value by combining our unique expertise in alternative investments with a robust traditional platform.

2018 Distinguished Service Award

DFPG Investments’ CIO, Dave Laga, was awarded the Distinguished Service Award by ADISA, the nation’s largest trade association for alternative and direct investments. The Distinguished Service Award is presented to individuals and companies who have provided exceptional service to ADISA, the alternative investments industry, and the overall community

2018 Inc. 5000*

DFPG Investments was included in Inc. Magazine’s prestigious Inc. 5000, which recognizes America’s fastest-growing private companies.

2018 Utah 100

The MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN) named DFPG Investments to the annual Utah 100 list, which recognizes Utah’s 100 fastest-growing companies. MWCN is the largest business networking organization in Utah, consisting of entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, consultants, legal professionals, bankers, and educators. MWCN seeks to promote and recognize business growth and capital development in the state through a variety of award programs and activities.

2017 Fast 50

Utah Business magazine named DFPG Investments to its annual Fast 50 list, which recognizes Utah’s fastest-growing companies. The Fast 50 honorees are selected through a combination of criteria, including a minimum of 5 years in business, revenue growth and total revenue.

2017 President’s Award

The Alternative & Direct Investment Securities Association’s (ADISA) awarded DFPG Investments the 2017 President’s Award.  The President’s Award is given to an individual or organization that has made outstanding contributions in their chosen field, in service in local, state or national affairs, or in support of the advancement and continued excellence of ADISA.

2017 Utah 100

The MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN) named DFPG Investments to the annual Utah 100 list, which recognizes Utah’s 100 fastest-growing companies. MWCN is the largest business networking organization in Utah, consisting of entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, consultants, legal professionals, bankers, and educators. MWCN seeks to promote and recognize business growth and capital development in the state through a variety of award programs and activities.

2017 Conference Chair – Due Diligence Forum

Dave Laga, DFPG’s Chief Operations Officer and Director of Due Diligence, is the Conference Chair for the 2017 Due Diligence Forum, which is hosted by ADISA. This annual conference is designed to provide alternative investment professionals with techniques, tools, and information about the latest issues and opportunities related to industry due diligence practices.

2017 Inc. 5000*

DFPG Investments was included in Inc. Magazine’s prestigious Inc. 5000, which recognizes America’s fastest-growing private companies.

2016 President – ADISA

Mike Bendix, DFPG’s CEO, served as the 2016 President of the Alternative & Direct Investment Securities Association (ADISA), which is a national trade association of over 30,000 industry professionals who offer or manage alternative investments. As President of ADISA, Mr. Bendix represented sponsors and disributors of alternative products, which include non-traded REITs, real estate partnerships, real estate income and development funds, Deleware Statutory Trusts, oil and gas interests, and private equity and debt investments.

2016 Certified Regulatory and Compliance Professional (CRCP)

Ryan Smith, co-founder and President at DFPG, received one of the highest compliance designations for financial services professionals. Hosted by the Wharton School of Business, the CRCP certification provides graduates with world-class training and education regarding securities law and regulation.

2016 Conference Chair – Due Diligence Forum

Dave Laga, DFPG’s Chief Operations Officer and Director of Due Diligence, is the Conference Chair for the 2016 Due Diligence Forum, which is hosted by ADISA. This annual conference is designed to provide alternative investment professionals with techniques, tools, and information about the latest issues and opportunities related to industry due diligence practices.

2015 A Night with Mitt Romney: Learning to Navigate Today’s Economy

In January 2015, Mike Bendix, Ryan Smith, and Dan Luke, the principal founders of DFPG, hosted a private event with Mitt Romney, former Massachusetts Governor and 2012 Republican Presidential Nominee, in Salt Lake City, Utah. The event hosted several prominent business professionals, along with Utah’s Governor Gary Herbert, and featured a special presentation from Romney, titled “Lessons Learned: Life, Business, and Politics.”

2014 InvestmentNews

Ryan Smith, co-founder and President at DFPG, was recognized by InvestmentNews in 2014 as one of the top investment professionals under the age of 40 in the United States.

2014 A Champion of Excellence (ACE) Award

In 2014, Mike Bendix was awarded the prestigious ACE Award for his many accomplishments in the industry and community. Regarded as the highest honor bestowed by ADISA, the ACE Award is reserved for industry professionals who have reached the pinnacle of their careers.

2013 Utah Business Magazine

In 2013, Ryan Smith was recognized by the leading business publication in the state of Utah, Utah Business Magazine, as one of the state’s top business executives under the age of 40. The annual 40 Under Forty award is given to business leaders who play a pivotal role in building Utah’s economy.