Brokers Wanted: The Price of a Successful 2015

Part of having a successful business is occasionally needing to add or replace staff. Fortunately, at Apex, our experience has been pretty good over the years with finding and retaining good brokers.

However, in the last 2 months, we lost two of our brokers, Jeff Wilson and Brandt Hill, as they pursue their own entrepreneurial dreams.

Their experience was no different from any other buyer who’s looking for a business. The timing was right, the deal looked good, and the business fit the personality of the brokers.

Of course we aren’t slowing down. Business goes on. And now Apex is looking to add new talent.

What makes a good broker?

Our Apex brokers have all owned businesses in the past or have a background that gives them insight into what it takes to own and operate a successful business. However, part of the success of our office can be attributed to the wide and varied backgrounds of our brokers and the different knowledge and perspective that each offer our team.

Credentials within our office range from college degrees to multiple advanced degrees and certifications, and previous careers include military, sales, finance, home remodeling, distribution, and medical.

But the best brokers have a couple of things in common…a strong desire to help both colleagues and clients succeed, and a motivation in this tough business that is fueled by both the ability to help others and the thrill of seeing a successful deal to fruition.

If you or someone you know may be interested in learning more about this industry and becoming an Apex business broker, please email me at .

And, as always, if you’re looking for assistance buying or selling a business, contact one of our Apex Business Advisors today!