Orlando Decoded is focused on celebrating this amazing city and all of the incredible entertainment, food, and culture it has to offer. Each week, we explore current happenings, news, and tips for exploring the diverse offerings in both the attractions and more locally-focused areas. But what about the individuals working so tirelessly to make the City Beautiful a great place to live?
This week, we launch a new regular segment of the blog called, Local Profile. With this section, we will get to know Central Florida leaders and contributors shaping the landscape and culture of Orlando and its surrounding areas.
In today’s Local Profile, we’ll chat with Chris Redmond, a broker with Transworld Business Advisors.
After 25 years living and working in Orlando, Chris Redmond has found a true calling and passion by becoming a business broker with the largest firm in the United States, Transworld Business Advisors. What exactly does a business broker do? In its simplest sense, Mr. Redmond works with various businesses (mainly small to medium sized) and individuals to connect those wanting to sell with those wanting to buy or merge. He can also help clients link to available franchise opportunities.
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What does this process look like? Well, when Chris connects with an individual or business looking to either buy or sell, he first asks a long list of questions. He wants to make sure he understands the complete picture of the organization’s financial and performance situation. After getting to know the situation, he can make recommendations that will position his client for the most success. Most importantly, however, he needs to ensure that he understands his client’s motivations. Understanding these motivations can help him manage his client’s expectations and find the best available opportunity.
When I asked Chris about his biggest challenge as a business broker, he explained that their biggest competitor is simply a lack of understanding from the general public. Many people are unaware that business brokers exist and try to sell their company on their own. But without a broker facilitating the process, they may miss out on opportunities. With so much of Chris’ time devoted to community networking, he has a unique perspective on potential opportunities and situations that may work to his client’s advantage!
From the Transworld website:
As an agent with Transworld Business Advisors, we help our clients buy and sell businesses every day. Every broker that is part of our team completes a full business brokerage training course and certification program. We understand that the task of buying or selling a business can be overwhelming without the proper guidance and skills. Over the years, we have helped many companies around the world with the buying and selling process ensuring our client’s confidentiality every step of the way. Our goal is to make the process as smooth as possible for both sides by relying on our global network of experienced business advisors.
If you’re looking to buy or sell a business, you can contact Chris by calling his office at 407-326-6990 or his cell at 321-299-6867. You can also email Chris at chrisredmond@tworld.com. You can find out more about Transworld Business Advisors at www.tworld.com.
If you would like to recommend a local leader in the Central Florida area, please email Krysti at krysti@orlandodecoded.com.
