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Business Team Brokers of California are experienced business brokers specializing in confidentially selling your business.

 
map    1901 S. Bascom Ave
Suite 400
    Campbell, CA 95008
 
tel:   (408) 246-1102
fax:   (408) 246-2219
email:   sanjose@business-team.com


Bal Raj Capur Top of Page
Phone: 415-994-0384
Email: brmcapur@gmail.com
Professional Affiliations: B. Tech(Hons), MIEI
Background/Experience: For over nine years Bal Raj managed the Acquisitions and Mergers, Venture Capital Investment, Evaluation, and Restructuring / Rehabilitation functions at the Venture Capital Investment firm funded by the International Finance Corporation (World Bank), Investors in Industry (Bank of England), the Aga Khan Foundation for Economic Development, US-AID, DEG from Germany and other international financial institutions. As the Managing Director, Director and Chief Executive / General Manager in large business groups for over fifteen years, Bal Raj managed company operations, formulated and implemented successful corporate strategies to effectively meet the change and challenge of diverse markets. In addition to obtaining an Honors Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, Bal Raj participated in several management and marketing programs at recognized institutions. In view of his senior level business experience in various sectors, Bal Raj is able to provide the synergy required for satisfactory business acquisitions. Contact Bal Raj at Tel: 415-487-9936 E-mail: brmcapur@gmail.com Fax: 415-487-1173 Cell: 415-994-0384



Bob Brooks Top of Page
Phone: 408-828-7033
Email: bizbkrbob@gmail.com
Professional Affiliations: CABB, IBBA, M&A Source
Background/Experience: During his nearly 30 years in business brokerage, Bob has sold over 400 businesses and as manager of the San Jose office for six years, monitored the sale of hundreds more. He is a founding member of CABB and has served on the Board of Directors, as its secretary and on several of its committees. He is currently chair of the Legal and Forms Committee that is responsible for drafting and revising CABB's forms. A member of the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) since 1987, Bob has earned the CBI (Certified Business Intermediary) designation. He taught "Buying and Selling an Existing Business" at West Valley College in Saratoga for seven years. He is a graduate of Ohio University and served two years as a Peace Corps Volunteer in India.



Farley Gouner Top of Page
Phone: 408-807-2930
Email: farley@business-team.com
Professional Affiliations: CABB, Certified Business Broker, California Real Estate Broker
Background/Experience: BS/MBA California State University - East Bay Extensive experience in finance with 20 years in commercial banking. Most recently served as Executive Vice President for an independent bank based in San Jose with over one billion in assets and have been with Business Team since 1999 and was number 3 in the company in 2009, in the top 10 in 2011 and finished the first quarter of 2013 as the top agent among +130 agents. I am a long time member of the California Association of Business Brokers and among the first in California to pass the requirements to be a certified business broker. I also hold a California Real Estate Broker license. Voice Mail 408-385-0402, c/phone:408-807-2930 e-mail: farley@business-team.com



George Sun Top of Page
Phone: 510-364-4027
Email: bayareabrokersun@gmail.com
Professional Affiliations: CABB
Background/Experience: Over twenty years senior management working experience in sales, marketing and operations with high tech(software) start-ups, restaurants, retail and wholesale distribution. George specializes in franchise and independent businesses(food & consumer goods), gas stations/car wash and internet related and distribution company transactions. George has a Bachelor's of Science in Business Marketing from San Francisco State University. You can reach George at 510-364-4027 or email: bayareabrokersun@gmail.com



Georgina Bugeja Top of Page
Phone: 408-887-3618
Email: bizbkrgeorge@aol.com
Professional Affiliations: Member CABB. Insurance Agent licensed 1989, Series 6/63 licensed 1991
Background/Experience: My formal education at S.F. State focused in the Financial fields. I have spent 10 years in the Insurance Industry both as an insurance broker of financial products and in the recruiting of upper-level management. I am also the owner of 2 Italian Restaurants in the South Bay area so I hold a strong knowledge in the practical application of the restaurant industry. I speak Italian fluently and enjoy working with my fellow food industry associates. I have spent many years in Europe and have a strong knowledge and appreciation of other cultures. I particularly enjoy working on the family run business market due to the hard work most families contribute to the Small Business sector.



Greg Carpenter Top of Page
Phone: 408-898-0393
Email: gcarpenter@btigroupma.com
Professional Affiliations: M&A Source, IBBA, CABB, SCCBA
Background/Experience: Greg has completed hundreds of transactions since 1985, specializing in the Lower Middle Market with enterprise value of $5 million to $100 million. Services provided include seller representation, buyer representation, appraisals, consulting for value building and expert witness litigation support. Industry focus includes Information Technology, Contract Manufacturing Services, Manufacturing, Industrial Controls, Business Services, Education, Software and Distribution. Greg is a member of The M&A Source and the International Business Brokers Association. He has the Certified Business Intermediary credential and approval is pending for the M&A Master Intermediary credential, having submitted all requirements. Greg is a non-attorney member of the Santa Clara County Bar Association serving as a fee arbitrator. Greg earned his MBA a Santa Clara University, BA in Business Management from University of LaVerne, and AA in Real Estate from DeAnza College. Greg served in Accounting and Finance in the United States Air Force and worked in the electronics industry holding jobs in materials management, national sales management, European sales management and product marketing management in security products and industrial measurement and control products.



Hiren J. Dave Top of Page
Phone: 408-242-0015
Email: hiren@business-team.com
Professional Affiliations: CABB, IBBA
Background/Experience: Hiren brings over 15 years of experience in sales and marketing to Business Team. His professional track record includes award winning performances in high tech industries, retail and restaurant management from start up companies to Fortune 500. He is now putting his experience and skills to helping business owners sell their business confidentially. He is great at understanding business owners' needs and connecting them with the right buyers. His goal is to give buyers the confidence to make an educated decision for the future as well as provide sellers with the best buyer choices in the market. Hiren can be reached at 408-242-0015 or by e-mail hiren@business-team.com



Ifti Ahmed Top of Page
Phone: (408) 483-7209
Email: iahmed@business-team.com
Professional Affiliations: CABB
Background/Experience: Sales Executive/Entrepreneur with twenty-five plus years experience in National & International Companies. Presently involved in Investments- Acquisitions, Commercial and Business opportunities. Having had first hand experience regarding all of the challenges associated with buying, operating and selling a business. Focuses on businesses with sales higher than $1 million annually. He is known as an effective "closer:" He believes in careful planning to address all of the special needs involved in any Sales or Purchase transaction. Experienced in new venture funding Coordinator/Consultant. Possess the intellect to sell in a technical environment, and the ability to guide a prospect through a complex sales cycle by using consultative selling skills. Sale and acquisition of businesses. President and founder of Bay Solutions Inc-CA, Bay area venture in Communications and Network space. Director National Sales - WorldCom/MCI/UUNET-CA, one of the largest communications Carrier in USA. Held senior Management Positions with major worldwide carriers, Teleglobe, Cable & Wireless and Telepacific. Director- Electric Lightwave-CA responsible for P/L, Sales/Marketing urpassed sales goals revenues. Vice President Sales-Everex Computers-Fremont CA. Manufacturer of PC's and Network Servers fourth largest manufacturer of personal computers.



Iqbal Syed Top of Page
Phone: 650-799-2367
Email: bizbkr.iqbal@gmail.com
Professional Affiliations: n/a
Background/Experience: Iqbal Syed comes to Business Team after a thirty year career with Komatsu Ltd. The last twenty years were spent in international sales and marketing of industrial capital equipment. Iqbal has a mechanical engineering degree. He is fluent in Hindi and Urdu and is conversant in Arabic. He has traveled throughout the Middle East, Europe and the Far East. He can be reached at 650-799-2367 or by email at bizbkr.iqbal@gmail.com



Jeff Brady Top of Page
Phone: 831-247-8702
Email: jebrady@business-team.com
Professional Affiliations: Calif. Realtor License # 01910545
Background/Experience: Distribution and manufacturing background in finance and operations. 35 years with fortune 50 companies(Westinghouse, Cisco Systems) as well as small contract manufacturing. I have a bachelors degree from the University of California. I focus on the South Bay and Monterey Bay area markets. Serving business sellers and buyers with knowledge, integrity and respect is my goal.



Jeff Callo Top of Page
Phone: 510-825-5752
Email: jeffc@business-team.com
Professional Affiliations: CABB, California DRE Licensed Realtor
Background/Experience: Jeff has an extensive background within the Hi-Tech Business Sector. Prior to joining BTI (Business Team, Inc.), Jeff spent 25 years in a corporate career responsible for new business development, product and partner programs. Jeff is known for his strategic thinking, wise counsel and unwavering dedication. His responsibilities at BTI include new business development and the recruitment of those companies who want to sell their business. Jeff will focus on Valuation, Deal Structure, Marketing, Negotiations, Sales and Escrow related challenges. With a BS in Business, Jeff has extensive management experience within firms such as Sun Microsystems (Oracle), Novell, Motorola and Seagate. Jeff specializes in the marketing and sale of Business Application Software Companies within Horizontal, Vertical, Consumer, Infrastructure, Internet and IT Service Sectors. His background in business development ensures that BTI client firms will capture the attention of buyers. Jeff enjoys working with business owners and helping them realize their strategic objectives. Whether you are looking to sell your business to an individual or another firm, Jeff's passion for achieving results makes him a valuable asset for BTI clients.



Jeffrey Tait Top of Page
Phone: 408-806-3980
Email: jeff@business-team.com
Professional Affiliations: California Association of Business Brokers, International Business Brokers Association
Background/Experience: Jeff began his career in the Army as a Private; completed Airborne, Ranger and Special Forces training; served in a number of Infantry and Special Forces assignments; obtained a Bachelor's degree in Economics with a minor in Business Administration; and retired as a Major. Following his Army service, he was the top producing salesperson at three different staffing and technical consulting firms. Jeff now has 9 years experience as a business broker at Business Team; and has been involved in the sale of hundreds of retail, service, manufacturing and distribution businesses here in the San Francisco Bay Area. In addition to his own production, he is Vice President at Business Team’s San Jose office. He is responsible for recruiting, training and managing our associates; ensuring that the office runs smoothly; and ensuring that every Business Team client is treated in a courteous and professional manner.



Jim Sutton Top of Page
Phone: 408-836-8290
Email: jimsutton@business-team.com
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Jimmy Reyes Top of Page
Phone: 415-609-3876
Email: jimmyr@business-team.com
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John Mittelstet Top of Page
Phone: 408-249-9789
Email: jmitt@business-team.com
Professional Affiliations: Mergers & Acquisitions Source Group (M&A Source), California Association of Business Brokers (CABB),
Background/Experience: Business brokerage (13+ years)- manufacturing, machine shops, sheet metal, commercial printing, distribution, service, software (over 120 sold, and 100's more as Team Leader/Mentor to a team of 15+ agents); transaction sizes range from very small to $11MM; hold IBBA's Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) designation; am a past President of CABB and have been on the CABB board of directors for over 10 years. Small business founder/owner - 15 years: computer component mfg., CAD software distribution in Asia, laser printer mfg. and distribution; IBM - 12 years sales, marketing, project management. I can be reached at (408) 249-9789, or by email: JohnMittelstet@business-team.com or jmitt@comcast.net



Linda Lu Top of Page
Phone: 650-996-5293
Email: linda@business-team.com
Professional Affiliations: Senior Business Intermediary (SBI) & California Licensed Real Estate Agent # 01377688
Background/Experience: As one of Business Team San Jose's top agents, Linda has successfully sold over 60 businesses, and was one of the Top 5 San Jose agents for the past 6 years. Also, her dedication to high quality service won her one of BTI awards for the best client references among all of BTI agents. She has closed transactions ranging from restaurants to machine shops and has developed a solid reputation for closing complex and demanding transactions. Fluent in English, Mandarin and Shanghainese, Linda earned a BA in English Literature and Linguistics from Shanghai International Studies University. Linda can be contacted at (650)996-5293 or by email at businesslinda@yahoo.com.



M. Nikoo, CBB Top of Page
Phone: 650-400-4478
Email: mnikoo@business-team.com
Professional Affiliations: CABB
Background/Experience:
Nikoo has over 15 successful years of business brokerage experience as well as 27 years of business ownership. He believes that giving appropriate attention to the needs of both buyers and sellers ensures a smooth and timely close of escrow.

Nikoo has been with Business Team since 2000 where he has consistently been a top producer. He is also a 2 time recipient of the “Best client references” award.

He enjoys working with qualified and motivated clients, many of whom are referred to him by previous clients, associates, and friends. He has participated in the buying and selling of a variety of business types such as retail, franchises, manufacturing, distributors and service related businesses.

Nikoo enjoys spending spare time with his wife and two daughters and he describes himself as a soccer fanatic.




May Chow Top of Page
Phone: 408-439-3823
Email: maychow@business-team.com
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Roy Justesen Top of Page
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Email: royjust@business-team.com
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Background/Experience: Roy has 31 years experience as a business opportunities specialist, including the sale of franchises and dealerships, manufacturing, service, wholesale and retail. He joined Business Team in 1988 and covers the region from San Jose to San Francisco. Roy focuses on businesses with sales higher than $1 million annually. He is known as an effective "closer:" "If the buyer wants to buy and the seller wants to sell, Roy makes it happen." Roy holds the B.A., M.Div., and S.T.M. degrees. Outside interests include organizing church-related charities. Contact Roy at 408-385-0406.



Ian MacLachlan Top of Page
Phone: (408) 316-5198
Email: ian@business-team.com
Professional Affiliations: Professional Affiliations: IBBA (past board member), CABB )past president
Background/Experience: Mr. MacLachlan is the President and founder of BTI Group (1981), the largest regional intermediary for small and mid-sized businesses, with 10 offices in the Western United States and over 5,300 completed transactions. He is qualified as an expert witness in California Superior Court. Prior to founding BTI Group, Ian started a chain of motorcycle dealerships which he built into the largest Kawasaki dealer in the U.S. The experience of selling it prompted him to enter the merger and acquisition profession. He is a founder, past President, and former Director of the California Association of Business Brokers, a past Director and current member of the International Business Brokers Association, and a member of M&A Source. He is a frequent speaker at industry conferences. Ian received a degree in physics from San Jose State University.




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