My name is George Russell and I am the co-founder of a commercial HVAC contracting business, SaferAir, in Orange County, California. I co-founded the company about 15 years ago and decided along with coowner, Christina Baldwin, that it was time to sell. Around that same time James Reppert contacted us and offered to sell our business. We had several meetings with James and we were impressed with his background, knowledge and understanding, so we hired him to represent us. James quickly went to work and put together a detailed package on our business including the company financial history, cash flow analysis, features and benefits, industry information, etc. We established the parameters the buyer would need to have in order to receive a package and then went to market. James brought to us a number of qualified prospective buyers for us to consider over the initial 6-month period. Ultimately, James came up with what we think was an ideal match for our company and we ended up selling our business to them. The most remarkable thing about this 11-month process was James’ attention to detail. He was there for every question we had and made the process more comfortable for us. The details and complexity were somewhat overwhelming and we had underestimated what was involved. James managed the entire process efficiently, including finding and screening prospective buyers, working well with our attorney, bringing in additional support from his company when needed, plus so much more. Everything was handled in a timely and professional matter. We’re not sure we could have managed all that and continued to run our successful business. James always seemed to know what was going to happen next and prepared us for all the steps involved in this process. We are very thankful to James and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a professional Business Broker to sell their business.
George Russell President at Commercial HVAC contracting business, SaferAir
You and your staff have probably added 10 years to our lives. I believe in these uncertain times it was an excellent job all around. I will continue to send you leads on anyone I hear that’s interested in selling or buying a business.
Jerry Cail, President Bear Industries Printing & Publishing
The entire process was handled extremely professional and I look forward to working with you again.
Klaus Grimm, Managing Member K & KG Investments, LLC
By far, the absolute BEST! I would highly recommend your firm
Brad Moseley, Owner Master Fasteners Corp.
From the start with your prospecting and marketing… to the end when all of us got a little impatient with the demands of the others, your patience and expertise really paid off.
Mike Winkel Winkel Motors
As a C.P.A. I spent over 30 years in mergers and acquisitions for public and private companies and certainly recognize the technical expertise and professional job well done.
Bert Koening, Owner Mountain Papa, Papa Inc.
I strongly recommend your firm to anyone thinking of selling his or her business. They might as well deal with the best.
Robert Scherer, President Robert M. Scherer & Associates, Inc.
You managed the entire process efficiently including assisting the buyer with obtaining SBA finance, dealing with the landlord and all escrow requirements plus so much more. I’m not sure I could have managed all that and continued to run my business. I am thankful and look forward to my retirement.
Tim Foster, President Specialized Testing Lab
Knowing what I know now about this process, there was absolutely no way I would have been able to do this on my own. I would defiantly recommend your firm to anyone looking to sell or buy a business.
David Kay, President Alameda Pipe & Supply Co.
You were extremely detailed oriented, professional and focused on the task at hand. I always felt that my project received your full attention and energy.
Sandra Clark, President Angel City West Property Management
There was a lot to deal with on this transaction, 4 retiring partners, declining revenue, over $500K in inventory alone, having to move our facility and the challenges of selling our 30 year old business to a long-time vendor of ours. You were very professional and we were very impressed with how you managed it all.
Sid Afari & Kamran Bino, Co-Presidents Brandon-Femme
This business has been in our family for over 50 years and it was a difficult decision to sell. I greatly appreciated all the time you spent with us to make sure all our questions and concerns were addressed. You were always there to guide us through this complex process. You have become a friend and a trusted advisor to me and my family.
Maury Friedman, President LA Box Manufacturer
I without a doubt under estimated the process of selling my business. I was thankful to have you represent me and make sure everything was handled correctly so I could focus on running my business. Your knowledge and expertise was key in the successful sale of my business.
David Cox, President Purple P 3-D Printing Distributor
