Mike’s career spans over two decades of profound experience in accounting and executive financial leadership, having cultivated a distinguished trajectory that began in public accounting. His foundational years were spent navigating the diverse environments of both large international and smaller, specialized accounting firms, which provided him with a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of financial reporting and compliance across various sectors.

This robust foundation propelled him into an executive role as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of a substantial $750 million solid waste services company. In this capacity, Mike was instrumental in driving aggressive growth initiatives, most notably orchestrating and overseeing the acquisition of 240 small to medium-sized companies. This intense period of M&A activity honed his expertise in due diligence, valuation, complex transaction structuring, and seamless financial integration—skills that are invaluable for any business transition. Following his significant tenure as a CFO, Mike transitioned to entrepreneurship, successfully owning and operating a chain of laundromats, gaining crucial firsthand experience in managing and scaling consumer-facing service businesses. More recently, he spent two years leveraging his vast financial knowledge by consulting to manufacturing companies, providing strategic guidance on operational efficiency, cost management, and long-term financial planning. Mike’s blend of executive financial leadership, M&A proficiency, and pragmatic small-business ownership experience provides a rare and powerful perspective.

Martin is a life-long entrepreneur whose career is defined by the successful founding and co-founding of multiple ventures. He holds an MBA from UConn, which, coupled with early career experience gained at prominent large corporations, provided the analytical framework for his subsequent entrepreneurial journey. Following his corporate tenure, Martin deliberately pursued a path focused on the ownership and operation of small to medium-sized businesses, serving both as an owner-operator and an executive consultant for others. This hands-on experience has given him a deep, practical understanding of the challenges and opportunities inherent in this segment of the economy—from initial startup and growth to eventual sale or transition. As an experienced executive, business broker, and real estate broker, Martin possesses a multifaceted skill set that allows him to view business transactions holistically. He is exceptionally well-prepared to share a wealth of executive and transactional experience drawn from numerous industries, making him an indispensable resource for clients seeking to buy, sell, or strategically grow their enterprises.