Zenith Securities Rising: New Ownership Launches Next Chapter for Institutional Investment Bank

STAMFORD, Conn. and NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Zenith Securities LLC is entering a new era. Shawn Matthews' Hondo Holdings LLC and Private Ledger LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Compliers Consulting Services LLC, today announced the completion of their acquisition of Zenith Securities LLC, a FINRA‑member broker‑dealer (CRD #138135; SEC #8‑67146).

Originally formed in Delaware in August 2005, Zenith Securities has built a reputation for disciplined, institutional investment banking services, including private placements and best‑efforts underwriting. The firm has no reported disclosure events and will continue its operations under its existing name and regulatory registrations.

The new ownership marks a purposeful reinvestment in Zenith's platform — combining fresh capital, senior leadership experience, and operational strength to deepen the firm's institutional capital‑markets footprint. Clients can expect continuity of service with enhanced resourcing and market coverage.

Institutional investors, issuers, and prospective banking talent are invited to connect with Zenith's leadership at info@zenithsecuritiesllc.com to explore upcoming capital-raising opportunities and strategic partnerships.

"Zenith has a disciplined culture and sharp institutional focus," said Shawn Matthews. "Our priority is long-term stewardship — investing in talent, technology, and client coverage to deliver thoughtful capital-raising and advisory solutions. With over 30 years in financial services, including as CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald & Co., founder and CIO of Hondius Capital Management, and driving multiple SPAC acquisitions through HCM Acquisition Group, we're committed to scaling Zenith's capabilities with proven leadership and deep industry experience."

"Zenith's growing banking team will be supported by Compliers' technology-driven compliance infrastructure, giving clients strong regulatory confidence without slowing execution," said David Martin, Founder & CEO of Compliers (owner of Private Ledger LLC). "By combining Hondo's proven experience in running and growing financial services firms with the advanced compliance infrastructure provided by Compliers, we are creating a powerful solution for investment bankers—one that delivers both growth and regulatory confidence for our clients."

"I am pleased to join Zenith as part of the Hondo-led ownership group," added Steven W. Bischoff, CEO of Zenith Securities LLC. "With my experience in building and scaling financial services platforms — including prior roles at Cantor Fitzgerald, Amherst Securities, and GMAC RFC — I look forward to helping drive the firm's next stage of growth while continuing the same high-touch advisory bench they trust, now supported by additional capital, deeper leadership bench strength, and enhanced operational and risk management resources."

About Zenith Securities LLC
Zenith Securities LLC is a Delaware-formed, FINRA-member broker-dealer (CRD #138135 / SEC #8-67146) based in Stamford, Connecticut. The firm provides institutional investment-banking services, including private placements, underwriting, and corporate debt transactions.

About Hondo Holdings LLC
Hondo Holdings LLC is a private investment entity controlled by Shawn P. Matthews, Founder & CIO of Hondius Capital Management and former CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald & Co.

About Private Ledger LLC (a Compliers company)
Private Ledger LLC is a subsidiary of Compliers Consulting Services LLC, a technology-forward compliance and advisory firm that supports broker-dealers and investment advisers with AI-driven supervisory and operational solutions.

Media Contacts
For Hondo Holdings LLC
info@hondiuscapital.com

For Private Ledger LLC / Compliers
info@compliers.com

For Zenith Securities LLC
info@zenithsecuritiesllc.com

Forward-Looking Statements
This release may contain forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially. Neither Hondo Holdings LLC, Private Ledger LLC, nor Zenith Securities LLC undertakes any obligation to update these statements.

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