Carmel Business Sales

Specialties

Carmel Business Sales is the oldest and largest business brokerage firm and consulting group on the Central Coast.

Stated simply, we support our clients in buying, selling, and revitalizing businesses.

History

Established in 1980.

The Carmel Business Sales and Santa Cruz Business Brokers teams are dedicated to listing a wide variety of businesses and restaurants, and pride themselves on coordinating buyers and sellers in the most discreet manner. Their «one-​stop shopping» process includes facilitating bank financing, tax clearances, landlord approvals, state and city licensing, as well as guidance with «due diligence».

Meet the Business Owner

Michael R.

Business Owner

Mike is a dynamic and articulate business leader, widely acknowledged as a master at building companies to record achievements. His success formula was nationally recognized by his invitation to appear as a featured guest on CBS, 48 hours with Dan Rather. Additionally he was interviewed by the British Broadcasting Corporation, Time Magazine and most notably the feature front page article in USA Today. Serving as a President and Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Russell oversaw a group of 19 Retail Stores. He was selected as a preferred consultant to GE Capital in their acquisition of Montgomery Wards and Century 21 in establishing their national corporate relocation centers.

Mr. Russell is acclaimed as a driving force and visionary guide in quickly revitalizing businesses, which were stalled. His astute financial acumen is evidenced by demonstrating remarkable profitability, creating comprehensive business plans, cost analysis and sound fiscal decisions. He has negotiated and closed major