Contact Broker
1010 Enclave Boulevard Suite A,
Edwardsville, Illinois 62025
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Affiliated Broker
Misty Menossi
About the Company
At Grand Business Brokers, we do more than list businesses — we get them sold. We specialize in helping business owners make a GRAND exit — confidentially, strategically, and at maximum value. Whether you're ready to retire, step away, or just want to understand what your business is worth, we guide you from planning to closing with personal attention and proven results. We also help qualified buyers find and fund the right business opportunities, our listings get in front of serious, well-prepared prospects from day one.
Why Sellers Choose the GRAND Advantage:
5,000+ Active Buyers in Our GRAND created database
50+ Buyer Inquiries in the First 30 Days for Most Qualified Listings
Licensed Business & Real Estate Broker
Deals from $100K to $20MM+ — Main Street to Lower Middle Market
Our Full-Scope Services Include:
Confidential Exit Planning & Business Valuation
Marketing that Delivers Qualified, Ready Buyers
Financing Support through SBA & Private Lenders
Deal Structuring, Negotiation & Legal Coordination
Buyer Representation for Those Seeking the Right Fit
At Grand Business Brokers, we believe every business sale should be handled with strategy, care, and professionalism. That’s the GRAND Standard. That’s how deals get done — and done right.
Let’s talk — confidentially — about how we can help you make your next move a GRAND one.
Broker Biography
Introduction
Kristen has versatile experience across many areas such as education, local and international philanthropy, and professional goal establishment and achievement. She holds both a BA and MA in Education from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with 26 years of experience as an educator both in the public and private sector. She is also a
published author, speaker, and podcaster.
Services Provided
Areas Served
Business For Sale Listings
Cash Flow: $267,000
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Kristy has versatile experience across many areas such as electric and water utilities, implementing and supporting communication networks, technology services, customer experience, manufacturing, business negotiation, and even fine arts. She has 19 years of Corporate Experience as an Executive. Kristy holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville and is a member of the Customer Experience Advisory Board for Missouri State University (MSU).
Kristen has versatile experience across many areas such as education, local and international philanthropy, and professional goal establishment and achievement. She holds both a BA and MA in Education from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with 26 years of experience as an educator both in the public and private sector. She is also a published author, speaker, and podcaster.
