Tony Blair

Thomas Hayes comes to Boss Group International, with a dynamic background spanning sales, sales management, and business development. His success as a business owner, investor, and top-performing salesperson across multiple industries gives him valuable insights to guide both buyers and sellers. As a licensed Florida Real Estate professional and a Business Intermediary with Boss Group International, Thomas is also an active member of the Business Brokers of Florida and the International Business Brokers Association. Driven by a passion for helping clients achieve their goals, Thomas is committed to identifying the best opportunities and facilitating smooth, mutually beneficial transactions. His dedication to creating win-win deals makes him an invaluable partner throughout every step of the process.

Experienced Business Consultant and M&A Advisor based in Orlando, Florida. Specializing in facilitating the sale and acquisition of home service related businesses. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the home services industry I provide a personalized, professional, and confidential service. I hold the prestigious credentials of Master Certified Business Intermediary (MCBI), Certified Business Intermediary (CBI), Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Professional (CM&AP), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA), and FinTech Industry Professional (FTIP), demonstrating a high level of expertise and professionalism in the industry. Simon Harrison, MCBI, CM&AP, CEPA, FMVA | ? 407-989-6893 www.homeprobusinessadvisors.com

Julia has a track record of success in the business world that includes building her own business within the childcare industry from a new enterprise to having a 2-year waiting list prior to her exit. Julia focuses on Main Street business deals across a range of industries and works with both buyers and sellers. She is a member of the Business Brokers of Florida and the International Business Brokers Association. Julia is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and is currently working towards the prestigious designation of Certified Business Intermediary. Julia has a passion for helping people achieve their goals and works tirelessly to find the right deals for her buyers and sellers.

Greg DeSalvo is a 3rd generation Orlando, Florida native. Growing up in a family business household, Greg gained valuable firsthand operational and management experience. Greg graduated from the University of Georgia in 1995 with a double major in Business Management and Computer Science. As a former Bank executive, Greg is very well versed in current tax codes as they related to current markets, and a subject matter expert in bank underwriting. During his 25 year career, Greg has loaned over $550 million, and was a chairman’s club member for 8 years in a row. His financial expertise is a crucial ingredient for his personal portfolio and helping others with their acquisitions. Additionally, Greg specializes in 1031 placement consultation, offering a rare form of advisory services. Greg is an innovator and true problem solver in commercial real estate and business brokerage. His experience and knowledge allow him to articulate and translate complex parts of the transaction process into digestible information for his clients. Greg’s focus is always to build rapport and long term relationships, and strives to provide tremendous value across the board. Greg does service ALL of Florida.

Tony is a seasoned hospitality professional with a lifelong background in the industry, having grown up in a family deeply embedded in the business. With experience spanning nearly all positions within the industry, Tony has worked with some of the most prominent hotel brands. After relocating to Florida, his family acquired and operated a 16-cottage lodge and marina for eight years. He then expanded his management expertise, overseeing more than 125 rooms across North and West Florida over five years. For the next 25 years, Tony owned and operated over 20 restaurant locations and consulted on hundreds more. In the past 14 years, he has transitioned to a role as a M&A Advisor with his firm, Boss Group International. While Tony is well-versed in various industries, he specializes in hospitality, assisting clients in buying and selling businesses anywhere in the United States. His extensive experience as a hotel and restaurant owner/operator enables him to provide valuable insights and consultation to his clients. Tony is knowledgeable about all required Alcohol Beverage License laws, as well as state and county regulations, and offers assistance with funding options. He collaborates directly with several national restaurant brands on franchising and development. Recognized as one of the top agents in Florida, Tony has received the Million Dollar Award annually since entering the business. For six consecutive years, he has earned the Top Dealmaker Award for the State of Florida, placing him in the top 5% of agents statewide in terms of dollar volume of businesses sold. Tony is an experienced M&A Advisor with a demonstrated history in the Mergers & Acquisitions industry, skilled in negotiation, sales, exit strategies, team building, and business development.

Carey Sobel has a track record of success built on foundations of marketing consultation, deal-making, and creating operational efficiencies. He has a passion for devising and implementing business strategies, utilizing his experience across multiple industries and in the form of ownership, investments, and consulting. Carey is a Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) and holds his Merger & Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI), having completed over $70M+ in business transaction volume to date. He owns a business brokerage firm through which he helps people buy and sell businesses in the main street and lower-to-middle markets. Carey is the owner of an award-winning creative company that has grown to $11M+ in service-based revenue in under 8 years. He serves as Chief Strategy Officer for this data and technology powerhouse working with brands like Disney, L3Harris, Advent Health, Estee Lauder, and Tavistock. Carey also serves as the Chief Marketing Officer for a private equity firm specializing in syndicated real estate and venture capital investment opportunities. He is responsible for elevating the company’s brand, introducing their offerings to new prospects, and distributing valuable company content. The company has raised over $250M+ in 18 months. Recognized by his Alma Mater (The University of Central Florida) as a 30 Under 30 recipient as well as the Orlando Business Journal as a 40 Under 40 recipient, Carey also is the chair of the College of Business Alumni Board, an Engagement Advisor to the UCF Alumni Board, and active mentor to UCF students. Carey takes pride in being a self-aware empath, and a lifelong student of emotional intelligence. He lives by the mantra of practicing integrity in all personal and professional dealings; and understands that relationships come first. Proficiencies Business Operations & Growth Strategy Formulation & Vision Holistic Brand Development (Management) Media and Advertising Strategy Digital Transformation Omni-Channel Marketing Organizational Transformation Executive Influence, Persuasion Deal Execution & Negotiations Product Development Enneagram Type(s): Type 2 (The Helper) & Type 6 (The Loyalist) Myers Briggs: ESFJ-T (Consul)

Nick is a blossoming M&A advisor, with a track record of success in the business world stemming from a 7 year stint in New York City’s construction industry. Working for a premier union subcontractor with projects across the Tri-State area, he built his understanding of foundational business principles through design-build proposals, contract negotiations, and the tracking of internal project costs as they related to the company’s overall financial health and success. Nick has a passion for advising his M&A clients in the Lower Middle Market, working with them to achieve their exit strategies, or their goals for the future. A true problem solver, Nick leverages the insights of his professional background while working as a seller specialist to those looking to exit their business. He has been a Business Intermediary with Boss Group for 2 years. Nick is a Gator, graduating Cum Laude from the University of Florida in 2013, with a bachelor’s degree in political science. Nick is a proud husband to his beautiful wife of 8 years, and father to his two young sons.