Biography

profileI bring to any business and real estate transaction over 30 years of experience in mergers, acquisitions and business brokerage, business ownership and operations, including sales and marketing, production management, financial analysis, and planning. Having purchased, operated and sold several successful businesses, I have a strong understanding of all aspects of the sale process and understand the questions, concerns, and goals of sellers, buyers, financial and legal advisors and bankers relating to a sale.

Professionalism, focus, hard work, and the ability to maintain close communication are strengths that I bring to every successful business transaction. Combining the knowledge and experience of my entrepreneurial and business brokerage background, I proficiently execute the confidential sale and acquisition of a business from start to finish. I am steadfast with my professional goal in serving my clients with their entrepreneurial endeavors and goals. Please take a moment to see what previous clients have to say about our experience working together. Testimonials from Clients

You can Expect Experience when working with me. My professional business intermediary background includes the following qualifications:

  • Mergers & Acquisitions Master Intermediary (M&AMI) certification by the M & A Source (The Worlds largest Association of Professional Mergers & Acquisitions Intermediaries) Currently there are only 250 M&AMI Intermediaries worldwide.
  • Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) certification by the International Business Brokers Association.
  • Transaction experience with privately held businesses with revenues from $500,000 to $50+ million
  • Client engagements include the following industries: manufacturing, healthcare, software, retail service, transportation, construction, distribution, aerospace, technology, medical and professional practices
  • Experienced in attracting national and international financial buyers/investors, strategic buyers and private equity groups
  • Four time business owner, selling my largest business in 1996 to a public company
  •  A Licensed Agent with the State of Arizona, Department of Real Estate

Originally from Burlington Vermont, I have been in Arizona since 1979. I dedicate my spare time to my family, an occasional game of golf, time in the mountains, and traveling.

The Paragon Group
Mergers, Acquisitions, Business Brokerage

Our focus is selling small to middle market companies. We offer an integrated approach, acting as intermediaries for business owners and buyers. Our buyers are located across the globe and include public and private companies, private equity groups and  individual buyers. Our group is comprised of award winning intermediaries with an average of over 25 years of business experience. Confidentiality, integrity and honesty are the heart of our business relationships. We believe in straight talk and full disclosure. Our group takes great pride in the professional quality of our work.

C. Dale Hillard, Broker, West USA Realty is the designated broker for the Paragon Group.

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