About Sunbelt Atlantic
As business brokers we specialize in:
Business valuations and market analysis
Preparing businesses for sale
Buyer qualification and screening
Deal negotiation and closing support
Exit strategy and succession planning
Whether you're looking to sell your business or find the right opportunity to invest in,
we all provide honest guidance, proven marketing strategies, and a network of qualified buyers.
Let’s discuss how we can help you move to the next chapter in your business journey.
We Maximize Value
We have expertise in valuation principles, financial statement analysis, taxation implications, inventory, goodwill, and so on, and know how to optimize the value of your business.
We Assure Confidentiality
We respect your need for confidentiality and have protocols in place for advertising, disclosing information, and managing potential buyers in order to protect the seller and their business.
We Minimize Risk
We focus on finding the right business for the buyer, and buyer for the business. A buyer that has the necessary experience, skills, ethics, financial resources, risk tolerance and passion is more likely to lead both parties to a successful outcome.
We have pre-qualified buyers
Our office has access to a database of active buyers – owner-operators, financial buyers, and strategic acquirers – looking to acquire businesses.
Our brokers follow a proven process that protects both buyers and sellers, and with doing so have sold more privately-owned businesses than any other intermediary.
As a part of the largest business brokerage network in the world, we will guide you through the business sale process.
We’re Best in Class
We offer our clients the opportunity to work with local professionals who are dedicated to serving businesses in Atlantic Canada while having immediate access to the world’s largest business brokerage network of trained professionals and a database of qualified buyers in over 250 offices around the world.
Our Professionals
Our team of professionals at Sunbelt Business Brokers Atlantic is dedicated to providing top notch customer service and results, so you can be confident in your choice with Sunbelt.
Keith Pond
Owner/CEO of Sunbelt Atlantic
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Keith Pond is Owner/ CEO of SUNBELT Business Brokers Atlantic and is committed to ensuring top-notch business brokering services to each and every client.
Focusing on business development and customer relations, Keith has built, operated and sold businesses in the hospitality, home construction, development and retail sectors. He puts a strong and deep understanding of the business environment in Atlantic Canada to work for all clients.
Keith works throughout New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island and is an active member of the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA).
Brian Geneau
Business Advisor
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Brian C Geneau is well-known throughout the Miramichi area as a hardworking and dedicated business leader. Brian volunteers on several bards and is active in his community. As a small business owner of 2 restaurants, (Pizza Delight 1670 water street, Miramichi NB and Decker Boy restaurant in Rogersville NB) He has over 30 years in the restaurant industry.
Brian is also co-owner and Construction Manager for Britt-Can Construction group. Brian is responsible for overseeing construction projects, which includes the conceptualization and design work, cost estimations, ordering of materials as well as the coordination and supervision of contractors and sub-contractors.
Brian’s combination strong leadership skills and his experience as a business owner is an asset to any business owner looking to sell their business. His compassion and empathy in understanding the challenges of business will be demonstrated as he works hard on selling your business.
James Lawson
Business Advisor
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james.lawson@sunbeltcanada.com
1-506-889-8854
Michael Bolster
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Mike is a lifelong entrepreneur. He grew up working in a variety of family businesses including retail, manufacturing and commercial real estate. He established his first business straight out of college designing, manufacturing and marketing consumer products to major retailers throughout North America. Mike has built, bought, merged and sold several successful businesses over his 30 career. During this time he also provided consulting services to diverse U.S. and Canadian product manufacturers in both sales/marketing and operational leadership roles.
“I have a passion for learning about different businesses and getting to know the people that run them”. -Mike
Business Advisor
Dylan Stuart
Business Advisor
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With a career spanning over 15 years as the owner of a successful construction company, Dylan brings a unique perspective to the table. His journey, from business development through to acquisition, has equipped him with a deep understanding of the needs and aspirations of both buyers and sellers. Dylan is dedicated to ensuring that every transaction is as smooth and successful as possible. With a comprehensive background in the construction industry,
Dylan has honed his skills in strategy, negotiation, and deal-making. His expertise extends to every facet of business transactions, from valuation to contract negotiations. He understands the intricacies of the business world and how to turn opportunities into results. Dylan's passion lies in connecting the right buyers with the right sellers, ultimately businesses thrive and grow.
He is committed to transparency, integrity, and diligence, ensuring that all parties involved in a transaction are satisfied with the outcome. Outside of the business world, Dylan enjoys salmon fishing on the Miramichi, practicing yoga, and skiing at Crabbe Mountain. His well-rounded nature and commitment to his clients make him a well-respected figure in the business brokerage field.
As intermediaries between buyers and sellers, we typically:
Assess the value of the business
Develop a marketing plan and the marketing collaterals
Confidentially market the business without disclosing its identity
Handle the initial potential buyer interviews, discussions, and negotiations with prospective buyers
Assist buyers with business selection, securing financing and drafting of offers
Manage the negotiations between buyer and seller
Facilitate the due diligence investigation
Recommend professionals to assist in the transaction
Coordinate the preparation of closing documents and generally assist with the business transition