Zaihua (Daniel) Hu, MBA, CABB, IBBA

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License Number: 00823528

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20256 Paseo Robles,
Walnut, California 91789 (View Map)

About the Company

Daniel Hu is a Los Angeles-based Business Broker and Capital Strategy Advisor with 20+ years of leadership in corporate investment, M&A, and cross-border business development. He partners with small to mid-sized business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors to facilitate strategic acquisitions, exit planning, and capital access.

With a USC MBA and an early background in industrial automation, Daniel has led high-performing teams at a $300M publicly traded e-commerce company, launched consumer brands, and structured exclusive distribution deals. Today, his work focuses on helping clients grow or exit through tailored business sales, financing solutions, and IPO readiness.

Licensed in both real estate and mortgage (DRE #02254646 | NMLS #2695914), Daniel provides integrated services covering business transfer, commercial property, and funding. His strong ties in both U.S. and Chinese markets make him an ideal partner for clients seeking local execution with global insight.

* IPO Incubation & Capital Market Acceleration
Elevate your business with our comprehensive IPO Incubation Program, designed to streamline your journey to the public markets.
Key Features:
-Expert Guidance: Led by seasoned Wall Street professionals and alumni from top institutions.
-End-to-End Support: From pre-IPO planning to post-listing strategies, including financial structuring, legal compliance, and investor relations.
-Strategic Partnerships: Access to top-tier investors and funds.
-Innovative Solutions: Leverage our AI-driven IPO solutions to enhance success rates and optimize capital strategies.
-Performance-Based Model: Our "success-first" approach aligns with your goals, reducing upfront financial pressures.
-Embark on your IPO journey with confidence, backed by a team committed to maximizing your enterprise's value and market presence.

Broker Biography

Introduction

Daniel Hu is a bilingual business professional with a unique mix of corporate, entrepreneurial, and nonprofit experience. Born and educated in China (M.S. Industrial Automation), he later earned an MBA from USC’s Marshall School of Business and went on to lead product and revenue teams in a publicly traded e-commerce firm in North America.

His journey spans the launch of consumer brands, cross-border brand management, and negotiation of high-stakes international distribution partnerships. Today, Daniel focuses on facilitating business sales, mergers, and capital transactions for small-to-mid-sized businesses in Southern California and beyond.

What sets Daniel apart is his ability to connect business goals with real-world execution—providing not only brokerage services but also financing support, market insight, and IPO pathway planning for qualified firms.
Outside of business, Daniel is an engaged community leader. He serves as:
-Subchapter President, Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Light Association (White Tower)
-Board Member, Chinese American Professional Association (CAPA)
-Former President, Chinese American Parent Association (Suzanne Middle School)
-Cubmaster, Pack 777 (Boy Scouts of America), mentoring youth in leadership and service
Daniel bridges East and West with cultural fluency, financial expertise, and an unwavering commitment to long-term value creation.

Services Provided

Daniel offers a comprehensive range of services for business owners, buyers, and investors:
*Business Brokerage
-Confidential business valuations
-Sell-side and buy-side representation
-Succession and exit strategy planning
- M&A Advisory
*Strategic acquisition targeting
-Cross-border M&A (focus: U.S.–China)
-Negotiation and deal execution
-Capital & Financing Services
-SBA, private, and bridge financing
-Commercial loan structuring
-Capital raising for growth and acquisition
*IPO Incubation
-Pre-IPO positioning (EBITDA >= $2M)
-Business model optimization
-U.S. NASDAQ advisory
*Commercial Real Estate (Integrated Services)
-Lease/buy/sell support for business transitions
-Real estate + business deal packaging
-Broker collaboration for multi-state opportunities
Whether you're scaling, buying, or planning your exit, Daniel delivers solutions that combine operational insight with financial strategy.

Areas Served

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Orange, CA
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • Riverside, CA
  • Jefferson, AL
  • Madison, AL
  • Shelby, AL
  • Lee, AL
  • San Diego, CA
  • Sacramento, CA
  • Licensed In

    • Alabama — License number 000161853
    • California — License number 00823528

    Professional Affiliations

    * Licenses & Certifications:
    -California Real Estate Salesperson License (DRE #02254646)
    -Alabama Real Estate Salesperson License (AR#0171457)
    -Mortgage Loan Officer, NMLS #2695914

    * Education:
    -MBA, University of Southern California – Marshall School of Business
    -Master’s in Industrial Automation, China
    -Bachelor's in Industrial Automation, China

    *Professional Affiliations:
    - Member of CABB
    - Member of IABB

    *Community Leadership:
    -Subchapter President, Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Light Association (White Tower Subchapter)
    -Board Member, Chinese American Professional Association (CAPA)
    -Former President, Chinese American Parent Association – Suzanne Middle School
    -Cubmaster, CubScouts of America – Pack 777

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