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Draper, Utah 84020
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About the Company
ExitGrowth Business Brokers is a buyer-side business brokerage and advisory firm helping buyers nationwide evaluate, structure, and acquire small to mid-market businesses with clarity and confidence.
Unlike traditional brokers who primarily represent sellers and push listings, ExitGrowth works exclusively on behalf of buyers — similar to a buyer’s agent in real estate, but for business acquisitions.
We help buyers:
• Understand true business value and cash flow (not just asking price)
• Identify risks before they become costly mistakes
• Structure deals that actually close (financing, seller carry, earnouts, equity splits)
• Navigate LOIs, due diligence, and closing with professional guidance
Our role is not to “sell you a business.”
Our role is to protect you as the buyer, help you avoid bad deals, and guide you toward acquisitions that fit your goals, risk tolerance, and financial reality.
What Makes ExitGrowth Different
• Buyer-only representation (no listing conflicts)
• Real-world valuation analysis (SDE normalization + deal reality checks)
• Creative deal structuring expertise
• Clear, pressure-free guidance
• Nationwide support (remote & local transactions)
Additional Services
ExitGrowth also provides paid business valuations and deal strategy reviews for:
• Buyers reviewing opportunities independently
• Owners seeking valuation clarity before selling
• Life-event situations (divorce, partner buyouts, estate planning)
Seller listings are referred to trusted third-party brokers when appropriate.
Broker Biography
Introduction
Ryan Davies is the Founder and Senior Buyer-Side Business Broker at ExitGrowth Business Brokers, specializing in buyer representation, deal strategy, and confidential business valuations.
ExitGrowth was built to support buyers navigating complex acquisitions—where structure, cash flow reality, financing constraints, and risk mitigation matter more than simply finding a listing. Ryan acts as an independent advisor for buyers, helping evaluate opportunities, structure competitive offers, and avoid costly mistakes throughout due diligence and negotiations.
In addition to buyer representation, Ryan provides confidential Broker Opinions of Value (BOVs) and strategic valuation guidance for business owners facing major life events such as divorce, estate planning, partner buy-outs, retirement, or ownership transitions. These valuations are designed to provide clarity and strategy, not sales pressure.
With over 15 years of experience in real estate investing, lending strategy, and deal structuring, Ryan brings a creative yet disciplined approach to acquisitions—balancing opportunity with risk and execution.
Ryan’s style is strategic, practical, and clarity-driven, helping buyers and owners make informed decisions with confidence.
Services Provided
Buyer-Side Business Brokerage & Advisory
• Nationwide buyer representation for small to mid-sized business acquisitions
• Acquisition strategy and deal screening
• Business valuation interpretation and cash flow analysis
• Deal structure guidance (seller financing, earn-outs, equity splits, creative terms)
• SBA and conventional financing readiness guidance (not a lender)
• LOI strategy, negotiation support, and transaction coordination
• Due diligence planning and risk identification
Deal Review & Strategic Advisory
• Objective deal reviews for on-market and off-market opportunities
• Financial normalization and SDE analysis
• Identification of red flags, risks, and value drivers
• Guidance on pricing, structure, and negotiation positioning
• Support for buyers evaluating listings without representation
Business Valuations & Broker Opinions of Value (BOV)
• Confidential Broker Opinions of Value for planning and decision-making
• SDE normalization and industry multiple guidance
• Value range assessments with supporting rationale
• Strategic recommendations based on market conditions and buyer demand
Life-Event & Transition Valuations
• Business value guidance for divorce or separation scenarios
• Estate planning and probate-related valuation support
• Partner buy-outs and internal ownership transitions
• Retirement, health, or lifestyle-driven exit planning
• “Should I sell now or later?” strategic evaluations
Seller Advisory (Non-Listing)
• Pre-sale valuation and exit readiness assessments
• Strategic recommendations to improve value prior to sale
• Referral coordination to qualified sell-side brokers when appropriate
Areas Served
Licensed In
- Utah — License number 11136477-AB00
Professional Affiliations
• Licensed Real Estate Broker (Utah)
• Licensed Mortgage Loan Officer/Broker (Utah)
• Accredited Investor - 15+ Years in Investing Experience
• Business Broker & Deal Structuring Specialist
• Creative Finance Consultant
• Small Business Valuation & Exit Planning Specialist
• Member – Local Utah Business & Investor Networks
