Dale Brunelle

First Choice Business Brokers - Raleigh Durham

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Raleigh, North Carolina

About the Company

First Choice Business Brokers is one of the largest business sales organizations in the U.S., listing over $12.5 Billion in businesses for sale since our founding in 1994. We assist business owners by locating and matching them with the right buyer. Additionally, we also work with business buyers to find the right business that meets their purchase criteria. With over 100 offices located throughout the U.S., we have sold thousands of businesses, of all types, confidentially and efficiently through our vast buyer networks.

Broker Biography

Introduction

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. I’m passionate about helping business owners succeed, and I have the experience to back it up. I started my first business at age 11, and since then, I’ve been part of five start-up ventures. Today, I own First Choice Business Brokers of the Triangle. As a small business owner myself, I understand the hard work and dedication it takes to succeed. Whether you’re buying or selling a business, I’ll guide you through the process to ensure the best possible outcome.

With over 35 years of experience in start-ups, valuing businesses, selling products & services, and customer relations, I am a creative problem solver with a proven track record of success in negotiating win-win business relationships. An Air Force veteran and an Eagle Scout, I hold an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering and a master’s degree in business administration. The common thread throughout my career has been innovative dealmaking, benefiting all parties.

Specializing in helping small and medium-sized business-owners find buyers when they are ready to sell their businesses, my deep understanding of the business sale process helps sellers find the right buyer and buyers find the right purchase. Happily married to my wife for 24 years, we have a middle-school-age daughter, a son in college, and a very friendly dog. When not helping my clients, I enjoy playing golf, skiing, attending college basketball and football games, theater, and volunteering with our son’s Scout Troop and our daughter’s school.

I am 100% committed to providing you with the highest level of service and support. If you are thinking about buying or selling a business, please feel free to contact me. I would be happy to discuss your options and help you develop a plan to achieve your goals.

Services Provided

Business Evaluation: Do you know what your business is worth in today’s market? We can help you with that at no cost to you until the sale of the business is complete.

Confidentiality: We take pride in closing the entire transaction without your customers’, employees’, suppliers’, or competitors’ knowledge.

Highest Professional Quality of Service: Our time-tested procedures and transaction documents ensure a smooth and efficient sale, while protecting your interests.

Significant Market Exposure: Our proven marketing techniques and extensive local, national, and international advertising exposes your business to thousands of buyers.

Qualified Buyers: You benefit from genuine inquiries only, as we pre-qualify buyers.

Areas Served

  • Brunswick County, NC
  • Chatham County, NC
  • Cumberland County, NC
  • Durham County, NC
  • Franklin County, NC
  • Johnston County, NC
  • New Hanover County, NC
  • Orange County, NC
  • Wake County, NC
  • Wilson County, NC
  • Professional Affiliations

    First Choice Business Brokers is a member in good standing with the International Franchise Association, Canadian Franchise Association, International Business Brokers Association and Institute of Business Appraisers.

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