This business distributes a large, high-dollar commodity manufactured by a Berkshire Hathaway company. The business operates within an flourishing industry that has been heavily backed by Berkshire Hathaway (founded by Warren Buffet). The current owner oversees the business and primarily focuses on managing financials and supervising operations. The company infrastructure includes robust, developed departments with a strong management team in place supervising sales, project management, operations and administrative departments. The current owner spends 100% of his time on managing the business, while a team of well-tenured staff supervises the day-to-day needs of clients.
The business markets, sells, and oversees the installation of a large commodity. With its key relationship with the manufacturer of a well-known, Berkshire Hathaway product line, this business has a reputation for outstanding customer service, quality products and an elite team of staff. Due to a sterling reputation and spectacular marketing program, the business has grown over the last few years with 2015 slated to be one of the most profitable years yet. Current backlog is impressive, with several large orders already secured for the year. This business is perfect for an entrepreneur with managerial skills that is ready to exit Corporate America and become the owner of their own business.
Jay’s father, Brad, was a serial entrepreneur growing and selling 3 of his own businesses. Brad saw an opportunity to take his real-world knowledge to assist other closely held business owners with their exit strategy. After graduating from Appalachian State with a Finance degree, Jay started Viking M&A with his father in June 1996. In 2015, Jay bought out his father and continued to grow the business opening up additional offices. Today, Viking has 13 offices and is the largest of its kind in the Southeast. Jay continues to be recognized as a trusted top producing business intermediary in the Carolinas, while helping lead and guide the Viking team with record growth. Jay’s dedication and experience, combined with his passion for serving business owners, are found in hundreds of successfully closed transactions and satisfied client testimonials.
Jay has served on the board of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) – Charlotte Chapter, including Vice President and then President. He also has served as chairman of the Department of Finance Board at Appalachian State for over 10 years, helping give back to students at his alma mater.
Jay lives in South Charlotte, and is happily married to Deanna, and have a blended family with 5 children.
