Kelly Shaw

Regina is a member of the Bristol Group, a boutique business brokerage firm. Previously based in Wilmington, NC, Regina opened a new branch of the Bristol Group in San Francisco, CA, in May 2025. She works exclusively with business owners who are looking to exit their business through sale. Prior to starting her local brokerage in 2018, she worked over a decade in the global Fintech industry, developing international strategic partnerships, executing M&A projects, and negotiating contracts. She worked with worldwide organization such as Mastercard, J.P. Morgan and First Data, and has closed deals in the USA, in many European countries, as well as in Brazil, India, Australia and Nigeria. When you speak with her, you might notice a slight German accent, a reminiscent of Regina’s childhood in Vienna, Austria. She graduated from the Technical University of Vienna with a master's degree in Business Informatics, speaks four languages, and lectured International Business at UNC Wilmington. Regina's style is straight forward and deliberate, and she sets the pace with her contagious enthusiasm.

We at Savvy Business Brokers are supported by MBE CPA's and are affiliated with Bristol Group Business Brokers, a nationwide network of business intermediaries.

Savvy Business Brokers is an affiliate of Bristol Group and a member of MBE CPA's family of companies.

Bristol Group Business Brokers and Merger and Acquisition Advisors are located across the United States. Our team of professionals are ready to help you buy or sell a business. Our business brokers represent the interest of our clients and guide them through the complex process of selling or buying a business. Our team has more than 30 years of experience structuring transactions for business owners, individual buyers, private equity groups, and corporate acquirers. Our nationwide network produces some of the best business opportunities and investments for people looking to buy a business.

I've built a solid reputation in the realm of medical business brokering, having navigated the sale and purchase of over 50 medical businesses. This journey has equipped me with a unique vantage point to assist business owners in seamlessly transitioning their ventures, safeguarding and enhancing their legacy. My expertise extends to being certified in Mergers and Acquisitions by Columbia Business School in New York, a testament to my commitment to excellence in this field. Furthermore, my academic background includes graduating from the esteemed College of Idaho, coupled with the attainment of a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Idaho State University, adding depth to my understanding of the healthcare landscape. I'm passionate about leveraging my diverse skill set and experiences to guide business owners towards achieving their goals and securing the future of their enterprises

During his 14 year career in the Hearing Industry, Jesse identified a strength for analyzing small businesses and growing them through building a strong culture that focused on excellence in customer experience. As a small business owner Jesse understands first hand the day to day challenges in running and growing a successful operation. Jesse's first acquisition was the selling of his own multi-location retail operation. He then worked with a large private group as VP of Business development and Acquisitions. These experiences give Jesse a unique and valuable insight into main street and middle market business. Jesse lives in Eagle, Idaho with his wife and four kids. When he is not chasing kids, he loves downhill skiing with his family, golfing and his horses.