What People Are Saying
GBS has successfully represented both Sellers and Buyers and has worked closely with attorneys, CPA’s, financial advisors, and lenders, which is reflected in the testimonials below:
“Gregg was highly recommended by an attorney through an Investment Banking firm. Gateway's team assisted in all phases of the transaction and their bid process resulted in receiving 11 Letters of Intent from a wide range of buyers. Gregg then guided us through the Management and Presentations. Gregg was professional and diplomatic in working with the parties involved, and we selected the right strategic buyer. No question, the Gateway team had our best interest in mind."
— Betsy & Mark Amparan
Nova Color
“I was referred to Gregg Tobin from an Investment Banking firm who has worked with Gateway Business Sales for many years. Gregg was able to manage a well-orchestrated process in which we received multiple offers before selling to a large strategic buyer, which included me staying on post transaction with an employment agreement. Working with Gateway, we were able to find the right strategic partner who understood our capabilities and business model. Gregg’s experience and negotiating skills were definitely a factor in the successful outcome.”
— David Loyd
Pickwick Paper
“We hired Gregg to sell two companies that I had established and was looking to sell since I had relocated. It was quite a journey, but Gregg was committed to selling my businesses and worked closely with my CPA and attorney throughout the process. Gregg was very detailed, and the end result was a very smooth transition to new owners, and the confidence to know that my companies, and my employees, are in the best possible position to succeed in the future.”
— Gary Cullen
EX Industries & Hazardous Location Solutions
“Our firm worked closely with the Gateway Business Sales team in acquiring an add-on acquisition in the Waste Management and Recycling industry. Gregg and the Gateway team kept the deal on track from start to finish, supporting the transaction team to get a successful closing. Gregg understands private equity acquisition dynamics and helped us access the strategic fit with our portfolio company. Gregg has also continued to introduce new opportunities to us in industries that fit our investment focus.”
— Jack Westerman, Managing Director
Parallel49 Equity
“There is a lifespan to everything, including a family-owned business. My husband and I ran a trucking and machinery moving business for 38 years, but we didn’t prepare an exit plan. We enjoyed our work and weren’t ready to retire, but when he passed in 2019, it became clear that it was time for me to make some life-changing decisions. It would be new and unchartered territory.
Based on a referral from a business associate, we contacted Gregg Tobin of Gateway Business Sales. He came to our office after hours for a private meeting with family members who would be involved in the sale of the business. He advised us step-by-step about gathering information and figures he needed, so he could evaluate the worth of the company. Gregg’s marketing produced several people interested in purchasing the business. He was present at all of the meetings, and he guided us in the complexities of selling a business.
Besides being a Mergers & Acquisitions intermediary, Gregg is a real estate broker. His vast experience of business and real estate sales led to the successful sale of the property and internal transition of the business operations to two key employees.
Gregg always responded courteously and patiently with our many calls and questions. We have been extremely pleased with the results of working with him and his associates at Gateway Business Sales.”
— Mary Alice Reed
Specialized Equipment Systems
“I worked with Gregg as counsel to Gregg’s Seller on the sale of a manufacturing business in Los Angeles. Gregg was always accessible and unfailingly diligent with his efforts on behalf of the client. Gregg added real value to the negotiations and my understanding of the business. The deal had challenges, but we all worked together as a team to get to the finish line.”
— Lisa H. Klein, Partner
GORDON REES SCULLY MANSUKHANI
“Gregg and I had worked together for several years with a client selling a distribution and manufacturing business. Gregg was very well versed in all aspects of the financials and understanding the accounting methods in presenting the business to prospective buyers. We had daily correspondence and were on the same page, which provided balance in the M&A process. I would highly recommend engaging Gateway Business Sales to sell your company, and Gregg’s knowledge and experience is a difference maker.”
— Larry Ostrosky
CPA- Tax, Accounting, & Business Advisory Services
“During our search for businesses to acquire, we found Gregg Tobin and Gateway Business Sales. After discussing with Gregg several interesting opportunities of businesses that he was representing on behalf of the Sellers, we chose to acquire one of them. Gregg was very professional throughout the transaction, and his experience working with both buyers and sellers was evident in the process. Although Gregg did not represent us in the acquisition, he worked closely with our advisors and was instrumental in facilitating the deal to close.”
— Michael Pesek & Nick Mair
EX Industries & Hazardous Location Solutions
“I have worked with Gregg for close to 20 years on SBA loans for his clients. Gregg understands the dynamics of the entire funding process and does an excellent job managing both the buyers’ and sellers’ expectations. His knowledge and guidance have been a key contributing factor to getting deals completed. Gregg is always proactive while being accessible and creative with deal structures. It’s been a pleasure working with Gregg and the Gateway team, and I look forward to more deals together.”
— Steve Colburn
Gulf Coast Lending