Brian Bond is one of the top business brokers not just in Phoenix, but in Arizona. He’s a certified business broker and has been named “Broker of the Year” several times by the Arizona Business Broker Association. 

On top of that, he has also been given accolades for having the highest number of businesses sold within the association and his team.

Suffice it to say, he walks the talk and has the experience to back it all up.

He established the Strategic Business Brokers Group in 2011. They’re a small team of just three professionals, so scheduling meetings can be difficult at times as their calendar gets booked quickly.

They work with a good variety of companies in all industries and sizes. A lot of their previous and current clients find this so convenient, as they no longer need to search for different brokers in different industries.

What we like about Brian is how hands-on and dedicated he is to his clients. Apparently, he makes himself available to them at all times – even during weekends, holidays, and late hours.

It also seems that he’s incredibly patient in guiding clients across complex documents and processes. And, he really takes his time listening to what clients are looking for, in order to make the best sale or purchase.

The only thing is that his commission fee is significantly higher than some. Though, most of his clients don’t mind as much, considering his topnotch quality of service.

Phil Reese is one of the very few holders of the Certified Business Intermediary designations in the state. 

This means that he passed a series of masterclasses and attended conferences all over the US to prove his competence in the facilitation of business sales.

He is also an active member of the International Business Brokers Association and the AZ Business Brokers Association. And, he has over two decades of sales and marketing experience.

What impresses us most, however, is his extensive list of successfully-sold and -acquired businesses across all industries. He was able to close deals worth anywhere from $100,000 to $31,000,000!

We also really appreciate how strict he is when it comes to confidentiality. All his ads are done on a blind basis, and he insists on having potential buyers come to his office for him to meet personally before disclosing any detailed information.

If you’re interested in hiring him as your business broker, you may have to wait a while for a few slots to free up. He comes highly-recommended which makes him unavailable at times for new clients.

While he has a lot of glowing recommendations, the same cannot be said for the company he works for. Apparently, some of their staff members are unaccommodating and in some cases, downright rude – which is a huge turn off for initial inquiries.

UBI Business Brokers of Arizona has been around since 1975. Their longevity is a testament to their track record – having consistently ranked in the top 2% of national business sales.

They’re known to be sharp negotiators and aggressive marketers. We’d expect no less from their dream team, having a baseline of at least a decade of experience in sales and marketing.

The owner, Jim DeDario, remains involved in the business by taking on clients himself and staying updated in all deal proceedings. We’ve heard from their previous clients that he’s extremely professional, helpful, and down-to-earth.

We always appreciate when the higher-ups of a successful business stay hands-on. The way we see it, it’s a telltale sign of dedication and commitment.

Moreover, Jim seems to be quite knowledgeable about the ins-and-outs of businesses in various industries. In most cases, deals are closed not just within the promised timeline, but at full price, too.

While being a straight-shooter is generally a good quality in a business broker, some clients find them a little too straightforward. Apparently, they have a reputation for being hard-sell on certain deals they want clients to take.

We also wish that they’d work on having a better communication line with potential clients. Apparently, they take days to get back to inquiries and even longer to return emails.

Arizona Restaurant Sales is composed of a boutique team of award-winning restaurant brokers. They specialize in – you guessed it – sales and acquisitions of restaurants.

Now we know that we mentioned appreciating business brokers with a good scope of services, but we think that their expertise in this area is worthy of a mention.

Brian Harron, their principal broker, has over 30 years of experience as a restaurateur and a restaurant broker. He is currently part of the Board of Directors of the Arizona Business Brokers Association.

He has also won several awards as a Top Producer and the Top Producing Team  from said organization. Evidently, these are quite telling of his successful business and management style.

His excellent track record is what clients come to him for. It appears that more than being professional, he’s also very hardworking and dedicated to getting the best deals for his clients.

We’ve also heard that his team is just as dedicated as he is. It seems that even after a deal closes, they keep their lines open for clients to call and seek guidance from.

And from what we’ve found, they were able to close millions of dollars worth of deals across the entire valley. So if you’re in the food industry looking to buy or sell your business, we think they’re a solid choice for a broker.

Sunbelt Business Brokers prides themselves in having an extensive and powerful network of buyers and sellers in nearly every industry.

They have an effective and efficient listing strategy in place, too, that attracts potential clients. Impressively enough, they have a 95% successful close rate since the beginning of their business.

What’s more is that most of their brokers are Phoenix locals. As such, they truly know the neighborhood and are knowledgeable in businesses within the area.

Among them is Tim Whipple, their designated broker and a Certified Main Street Business Broker. He’s a master in commercial real estate and business sale transactions, and has over $300 million of sales rendered throughout his career.

From what we’ve heard, he’s super personable and easy to approach. He makes the long and difficult process easy for his clients, and keeps them updated all throughout.

They provide brokerage services for a good scope of industries including automotive, personal services, retail, food and beverage, and franchise resales. Still, it’s not as encompassing as other similar companies in their field.

All things considered, we think you’d be in really capable and reliable hands with them.

Delta Business Advisors is a company that empowers both buyers and sellers when it comes to achieving their respective goals when it comes to business and other interrelated acquisitions. From buying to selling businesses, they are highly versatile when it comes to aiding clients in pursuing the right choices for their needs and budget.

We like that they offer a free consultation for new clients to help them select and present options on how to go about their particular businesses and investments all without a fee or obligation. 

Clients who have worked with them in the past have commended them for their practical and educational approach to giving sound business advice for every situation their clientele may find themselves in.

Though they express what services they offer, clients may need to inquire further about the specific packages and job offerings they can accommodate.

Nonetheless, with their readily accessible renounce articles, accommodating and professional team of experts, and diversified approaches, we highly recommend them to clients in the area looking for such services.