When it comes to selling a business, most owners only do it once in their lifetime. That makes choosing the right advisor critical. In Tampa, few are more equipped for the job than Michael Shea of Transworld Business Advisors, who recently added another heavyweight credential to his resume: Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA). This isn’t […]
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CASE STUDY: Closing a $350K Vending Company Sale Despite Bad Books
Polk County, FL | Facilitated by Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors The Challenge After 15 years in operation, the owner of a Polk County vending machine business was ready to sell. The problem? Like many cash-heavy businesses, the company had poor books. The seller hadn’t kept formal financials—just hand-written logs and vague sales estimates. For […]
Case Study Pizza Parlor Sold By Tampa Business Broker Michael Shea
Overview On July 31, 2025, a franchise pizza parlor located in Brandon, Florida, was successfully sold to an experienced operator in the restaurant industry. The transaction was facilitated by Michael Shea, a seasoned business broker with Transworld Business Advisors, and the acquisition was financed through a Small Business Administration (SBA) loan. This case study examines […]
The 7 Key Operational Value Drivers Every Tampa Business Needs to Scale
Here’s a straight-shooting breakdown of the Key Operational Value Drivers, adapted from Capstone Partners’ framework, and why they should be top of mind for every business owner in Tampa looking to build real enterprise value:
How to Evaluate Buyers and Value Your Business — Without Losing Your Shirt
By Michael Shea | Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Thinking about selling your business? That’s a big step — one that most owners only make once in their lives. Whether you’re looking toward retirement, chasing a new opportunity, or just ready to do something different, the process of selling takes more than just listing a […]