I recently had the pleasure of working with ExitBig for the sale of my business, and I couldn't be more impressed with their professionalism and dedication throughout the entire process. From the initial consultation to the final sale, the team at ExitBig provided expert guidance every step of the way. They took the time to understand my goals and tailored their services to meet my specific needs.
What stood out the most was their exceptional communication. I was kept informed at every stage of the sale, and any questions or concerns I had were addressed promptly and thoroughly. The team was always transparent and honest, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free.
Thanks to ExitBig, I was able to sell my business for a fair price. I highly recommend ExitBig to anyone considering selling their business—they truly go above and beyond to deliver results.
– Pete Christina
Owner - Seller
I had the pleasure of working with ExitBig during the sale of my business, and I am thrilled to share my experience. From start to finish, ExitBig demonstrated unparalleled professionalism and expertise that made the entire process remarkably smooth and efficient.
One of the most impressive aspects of ExitBig's service was their exceptional communication. They kept everyone involved updated and engaged throughout the entire process, ensuring that no detail was overlooked and that all parties were aligned with the goals and progress.
ExitBig brought a unique blend of logic and emotional intelligence to the table. Their ability to analyze the business from multiple perspectives and provide strategic insights was invaluable. They approached every challenge with a thoughtful and balanced perspective, seamlessly integrating practical solutions with the human side of the transaction.
Their dedication to keeping the process moving forward, while addressing both the rational and emotional aspects of the sale, was truly remarkable. Thanks to ExitBig's efforts, what could have been a stressful and complicated process was instead handled with ease and professionalism.
I highly recommend ExitBig to anyone looking for a business broker who combines expertise, empathy, and exceptional communication skills. They made a significant difference in the successful sale of my business, and I am deeply grateful for their support.
– Teresa Jordan
Owner - Seller
My kids used ExitBig to advise them on purchasing a business. They are fantastic. I can say without hesitancy that without ExitBig the deal would have never closed. I would even say that without their help and guidance that we would never have considered buying a business. A few important aspects that they handled throughout the process included giving us confidence that we were paying a fair and reasonable price for the business. They had a clear plan throughout each step to ensure all things were addressed appropriately. Another key piece that stuck out to us was the fact that they were looking out for all parties (including the seller) and had everyone's best interest in mind. I would highly advise using ExitBig as your M&A Advisor for buying or selling a business. They are well worth the fee for the peace of mind knowing you are in the best hands possible to handle your transaction!
– Kip Gordman
Buyer
As professional business people, we looked for over 2 years to find a business on our own. From the initial meeting with Jeff, Chris, and Jason, we were well cared for throughout the entire process of finding and acquiring a perfect business that fit our specific criteria. It was well under a year from our initial meeting with these professionals that we ended up closing on our new business.
Jeff is the perfect business coach and possesses a plethora of skills. His extensive network of contacts and references was truly beneficial in ensuring the business opportunities we explored would be the right fit. He helped ease everyone’s mind throughout the entire process. Chris walked us through the intricate details of all the bank documents necessary for lending purposes while keeping a professional calm about him. He knows exactly how and when to answer any requests from the other professionals involved in the process while doing so in a timely manner. Jason knows his numbers and is quick to advise on accounting and business needs. These men are like a well-oiled machine and will get the job done with impeccable business acumen with a true, honest demeanor.
If you’re seeking professional guidance for the complex process of buying or selling a business, we highly recommend ExitBig! You will not be disappointed at all.
– A Satisfied BUYER
Owner
Working with Jeff and the ExitBig team on our acquisition of Everseal was a collaborative and impressive process. We have acquired several companies over the years and typically shy away from using a brokerage as they typically have seemed like an impediment to getting a deal done. ExitBig is not your typical brokerage - they worked day and night to help get both parties to a closing that was beneficial for all those involved with outstanding communication along the way. This was critical in an especially complicated deal involving several sellers. We would not have closed without ExitBig, and the Bison team looks forward to working with them again soon!
– Aaron Gunderson
Buyer
Struggling to find the right business on my own, ExitBig completely transformed my search. Their professionalism, energy, and in-depth knowledge of the acquisition process were far beyond anything I expected. They found businesses that perfectly matched my criteria and ensured a smooth deal from start to finish.
Buying or selling a business is a major life decision. ExitBig's expertise was instrumental in my success, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for the best guidance.
– Brian Ross
Buyer
If it weren't for Jeff and his team, the deal we finished would never have happened. Jeff proved over a challenging 1.5-year period just how loyal, trustworthy, and capable he and his team are. In multiple scenarios I can say with absolute certainty that Jeff saved the deal. Jeff’s keen emotional intelligence combined with his steady “never give up” attitude makes him truly unstoppable. If you need an advisor you can rely on… someone willing to get in the trenches with you… someone you can trust to come through when you need it the most... ExitBig is your team.
– Mason Milliken
Owner - Seller
ExitBig came referred to me and I hired them for a buy-side project after speaking to Jeff on a phone call. Using their extensive network, they quickly identified an opportunity that fit my criteria. They focused on my list of must haves and helped negotiate a favorable outcome that was beneficial to both the seller and I. The process was very efficient as their organization was key and we closed the deal in three months. I had a deal fall through previously where I did not use ExitBig as my advisor. Having ExitBig on my side was well worth it in the end.
– Jesse Diedrich
Buyer
We engaged ExitBig to assist in our search for a successful acquisition. We had done our first two acquisitions on our own but wanted to see what it was like working with a buy-side broker. We could not be more pleased with the end result. We were able to find and close a deal that was a perfect fit for us. Jeff and the ExitBig team worked closely with us the entire time, and they were true pros at what they do. I’ve already recommended them to others, and I know one of my recommendations engaged them already.
– NICK BOCK
Buyer
Jeff and the ExitBig team go the extra mile to sell your business. You can be confident they will stick with it to fulfill your goals. We had two buyers back out late in the deal and they just kept going when it would have been easy to throw in the towel. They did a great job helping me through the emotional part of selling my business. I would highly recommend ExitBig and they value they delivered was well worth the success fee I paid.
– TOM PIZZO
Seller
Our company recently made an acquisition in which ExitBig was the broker. In our experience, acquisitions of smaller companies can present significant and unique challenges. The team at ExitBig did a great job of getting this transaction to the finish line. We made the acquisition under mutually beneficial terms by having the ExitBig team ensure the structure and terms made sense for both parties. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to others that are considering buying or selling a business.
– BRIAN GUBBELS
CEO of Datashield Corporation
On Feb 25, 2019, I received a call from ExitBig. I was asked if I would consider selling my company (Fast-Trac Freight Services, Inc.) as they had a potential interested party. At 55 years old I had no immediate plans on selling and would explore this option in 5-7 years. With hesitation, I met with Jeff Herdzina to discuss what I needed to do in order to prepare myself for a sale when that time came. Little did I know that time was now. During our first meeting I was thoroughly impressed with Jeff. He understood the business aspect as well as the personal emotional ties I had to my company that my wife and I started from ground zero in 1997. However, I was still skeptical thinking I should be focusing on Fast-Trac and not selling. Over the next 4-5 weeks I had periodic discussions with Jeff. I told him the idea interested me, but I wasn’t ready as I’ve done nothing to prepare myself to sell nor was I emotionally ready. Jeff understood my position and felt the love I had for my company. He asked if I would be interested in meeting the couple who had expressed an interest in my company. He knew if I didn’t have a comfort level with them the deal would not even be a consideration. After meeting with the couple, I immediately felt they would be the perfect fit to continue the growth of my company. However, I was still faced with the hurdle that I was unprepared to sell. This is where Jeff and his team went to work!!! They walked me through every step of the way, kept me informed of the next step(s), helped me gather information, kept the lines of communication open, and basically babysat the entire process from start to finish. Fast forward to June 20, 2019. We closed on the deal and the new owners are in place and the company has continued without missing a beat. Jeff Herdzina and the entire ExitBig team are incredible to work with and I would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking (or in my case, wasn’t looking) to sell. THANK YOU, Jeff, and the entire ExitBig team for an exceptional job
– Doug Dragoun
Owner - Seller
Jeff Herdzina and his dynamite team at ExitBig provided immense value in locating and closing a deal on my new business. I’d spent a great deal of time searching myself, and working with other Omaha area brokers, to no avail. After entering a buy-side agreement with ExitBig, I was relieved and confident they would find the right deal for me. I’m excited about this new chapter that ExitBig has delivered to me. Best M&A game in town.
– David Bills
Owner - Buyer
As a local business owner and a national motivational speaker, I have been fortunate in my many years to meet people I come to admire. Jeff Herdzina and ExitBig are at the top of that list. I recognize those business professionals who are like minded; Jeff and his team at ExitBig are my kind of people, they specialize in service! Which is hard to find these days. They are truly passionate about the clients they serve; they care more about the success of their clients than that of their own needs. Jeff is a competitor, which dates back to his reputation as being one of the top running backs in the country in his high school and college football days. He likes to win, not just for him and his team but for his clients and will not accept anything less. When I hear Jeff talk about how he found the perfect buyer for a company he is selling I see the passion in his eyes that he is truly making the right connection. This man cares about people. I will refer Jeff and his team to anyone I know who wants to buy or sell a business because of their honesty, their love of helping others, their strategic and innovative marketing style and their mission to keep clients for life. One meeting with Jeff and his team and you will see what I am talking about. They are using their God-given talent for good and not greed. Congrats for doing business the right way ExitBig!
– Van Deeb
Business Owner & Motivational Speaker
There is a clear role for advisors to play in negotiating transactions between buyers and sellers. The best advisors facilitate the transaction by figuring out the core motivations of both parties and getting them to rationalize what is important to them. Jeff from ExitBig represented the seller, and he moderated and represented his client in a manner which still allowed us to express our priorities. In the end, we completed a transaction that was good for both parties. This is the definition of a good deal; both sides felt they got what they wanted. I give Jeff a lot of the credit for this. I would highly recommend him and his team.
– BILL FISHER
Owner
We trusted Jeff and his team to sell our first business to an outside party and that is exactly what they did. We were impressed by how tremendously hard they worked and how effective they were in bringing numerous offers from multiple buyers to the table. Their work gave us the freedom to select the offer and the buyer that we felt was the best fit. Jeff and his team quickly grasped the workings of our business and used that understanding to creatively structure deals that made sense to both sides. It took a lot of persistence for ExitBig to create a win-win for both parties, but they were relentless and successful. The transaction process can be stressful at times, and we didn’t know what to expect having never been through this before. Jeff and ExitBig guided us through those anxieties calmly and professionally. We are very happy we chose ExitBig for this project and I would strongly recommend them to anybody looking to sell their business in the future.
– A Satisfied Seller
Owner
After the loss of my father-in-law the sale of his business seemed like something that would be emotionally overwhelming to everyone involved. However, it was critical that we get the sale done and at the top price so that my mother-in-law could continue the grieving process without having the hassle that is typically involved in selling a business. Having sold three businesses myself I was very concerned for her and what the process would be like. Jeff and his team came in and made some bold promises about their process and exceeded expectations at every turn. They got her more than I would have expected in a difficult market. They managed expectations and emotions perfectly. When negotiations became difficult in the middle of the purchase as they often do, they provided great guidance to insure we didn’t lose a great buyer. Finally, they saw the sale through to its conclusion while being emotionally aware of what was happening for a family. If anyone is looking to buy or sell a business, I would immediately recommend that they call Jeff and his team.
– Dan Allison
Owner
Deciding to sell our business was an emotional and overwhelming experience. The folks at ExitBig explained everything step by step ahead of time and continued to walk us through the process along the way. The ExitBig team gave us the peace of mind to transition the company to the new owners while they managed the details of the sale and made sure we were kept up to date on how things were progressing. I would recommend their services to anyone who is considering selling their business and not sure where to start!
– MELISSA SMITH
Owner
I was starting to explore acquiring a small manufacturing company in the Midwest region mid 2016 when I met the ExitBig founder Jeff Herdzina through a mutual acquaintance. From day 1 I have found Jeff to be very knowledgeable, professional and responsive. Jeff was working with another broker who had a listing that fit the scope of what I was looking for, so we started to engage the business to see if there was a fit culturally, short story there was a fit and we were able to complete the deal in 2017. What I can also tell you is without Jeff and the ExitBig team, the deal would not have gotten completed. I come from a background that included numerous M&A activities and a lot of times you have to be creative and have mental agility to close deals, which the other side was lacking significantly but by the 2 of us working closely together we were able to move forward.
– Thomas Cochran
CEO TMC Technologies
