Contact Broker
Melville, New York
Affiliated Broker
Joseph Mesi
About the Company
East Coast Business Brokers was founded by Henry Galasso, who started the company from the ground up in 2000. What began as a single broker's vision has grown into a strong, seasoned team of experienced business brokers — a number of them licensed real estate agents — representing buyers and sellers across New York, Long Island, the tri-state area, and Florida.
The firm is known for handling everything from M&A deals to Main Street deals, with a particular strength in retail, food service, franchise, and commercial-property transactions. From delicatessens, bagel shops, and pizzerias to bars, nightclubs, dry cleaners, car washes, laundromats, and wholesale distribution companies — if it's a business worth selling, we know how to bring it to market.
Our goal is simple: create a successful outcome for every client. Whether you've spent years building a business or you're taking the leap to buy one, this is one of the most important transactions you'll ever make — and we're here to guide you through every step, available seven days a week.
Broker Biography
Introduction
I help business owners sell their businesses for top value.
I also help buyers find and buy good businesses.
For sellers:
I find out what your business is worth. I help you get it ready to sell. I find real buyers who can close. I handle the hard talks so you don't have to. I keep your sale private. I guide you from the first call to the final deal.
For buyers:
I help you find businesses that are not on the open market. I check the numbers so you don't waste time. I help you make strong offers. I guide you through the deal, step by step.
What I offer:
- Business valuations
- Exit planning
- Business sales (brokerage)
- Buy-side search and deal support
- Deal negotiation
Areas Served
Licensed In
- New York — License number NA
Business For Sale Listings
Cash Flow: $35,000
Kings Co., NY
View Details Jewish Escape Room | Absentee Owner | Big Growth Potential
Own a one-of-a-kind escape room that has been open for 8 years.The business made about $200,000 in revenue in 2025 and is mostly run by one employee. The owner works full-time in another career and only helps with marketing and finances.About 90% of customers are from the Jewish community, while about 10% are non-Jewish. The business is busiest during Jewish holidays.The biggest opportunity is simple: better marketing and new escape room concepts. A buyer who understands the Jewish community and knows how to market to it can grow the existing business.HighlightsAbout $200,000 in 2025 revenue$35,000 annual profit8 years in businessAbsentee ownerOne employee runs the day-to-dayRent is about $6,000/monthAbout 90% Jewish / 10% non-Jewish customersLoyal customer baseStrong reputation in the Jewish communityEstimated $30,000 cost to redesign a roomOpportunity to grow through better marketing and new room conceptsThis is a great fit Less
Cash Flow: $400,000
DeSoto Co., MS
View Details Fire, Water & Mold Restoration Company | $400K SDE | FF&E included
Established Fire, Water, Mold & Reconstruction Business Serving the Greater Memphis MarketEstablished restoration company serving residential and commercial customers throughout the greater Memphis metropolitan area, including Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas. The company specializes in fire restoration, water damage restoration, mold remediation, and reconstruction services.The business includes an established brand, professional website, vehicles, equipment, marketing assets, SOPs, and training systems. Operations are supported by two project managers and an established network of subcontractors, providing a strong foundation for continued growth.The owner is selling due to health challenges. Prior to reducing operations, the business consistently generated approximately $680,000 in annual net income. After scaling back operations (due to health challenges), the business generated approximately $400,000 in net Less
Cash Flow: $200,000
Suffolk Co., NY
View Details Turnkey Pickleball & Padel Facility | $1M+ New Buildout | Absentee-Own
Opportunity to acquire an operating indoor pickleball and padel facility in Suffolk County, NY.More than $1,000,000 has been invested into the buildout, courts, equipment, and facility improvements. The business is fully operational with an established customer base, staff, systems, and management in place.Facility8 Indoor Pickleball Courts3 Indoor Padel CourtsFitness CenterYoga / Wellness StudioLocker RoomsShowersSaunasApproximately 20–30 ft. ceiling heightsAdditional space rented to independent fitness and wellness operatorsFinancial HighlightsApproximately $900,000 annual revenue run rateApproximately $200,000 annual cash flowMultiple recurring and event-based revenue streamsLong-term leaseAdditional rental income from businesses operating within the facilityOver $1M already invested into the facilityEstablished Customer BaseThe business has built a large customer database with thousands of registered players and hundreds Less
Anthony Mesi is a Business Broker and Advisor at East Coast Business Brokers (ECBB), specializing in the confidential sale, acquisition, and valuation of small to mid-market businesses throughout New York and Florida. He is committed to helping sellers maximize value while guiding buyers toward strong, strategic opportunities.
Selling a business is one of the most significant financial decisions a business owner will ever make. Whether you're preparing for retirement, pursuing a new opportunity, or simply exploring your options, the process can feel overwhelming. My role is to simplify that process, provide clear guidance, and help you make informed decisions with confidence. As a Business Broker with East Coast Business Brokers, I work with business owners throughout Long Island to confidentially market and sell privately held businesses. While every transaction is different, my philosophy remains the same: listen first, communicate clearly, and build a strategy that aligns with each client's goals. Before entering business brokerage, I spent more than two decades in finance and business advisory roles, the lion's share with Ernst & Young. Those experiences gave me a strong foundation in financial analysis, business operations, strategic planning, and helping people navigate complex decisions. I also earned a graduate degree from Northwestern University, where I further developed the analytical and communication skills that continue to guide my work today. One lesson I've learned throughout my career is that expertise means very little if it can't be explained clearly. Business owners shouldn't need a background in finance to understand the decisions they're making. I believe one of my greatest strengths is translating complicated financial and business concepts into straightforward, practical conversations that help clients feel informed rather than overwhelmed. Whether I'm speaking with a first-time buyer or a business owner who has spent decades building a successful company, I believe every client deserves honesty, responsiveness, and thoughtful advice. Selling a business is rarely just a financial transaction—it's often the culmination of years of hard work, sacrifice, and personal investment. That deserves careful attention and respect. I primarily work with Main Street businesses throughout Long Island across a wide variety of industries. Every business has its own story, and every owner has different goals. Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, I take the time to understand what matters most to each client and develop a strategy designed around those objectives. Whether you're ready to bring your business to market today or you're simply curious about its value and your options for the future, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation. Even if selling isn't the right decision today, understanding your options is often the first step toward making the right decision when the time comes. My goal is simple: to provide the knowledge, communication, and guidance needed to help business owners make one of the most important decisions of their lives with confidence.
Passionate about brokering business deals and empowering business owners. Connecting the dots to create win-win opportunities for both parties. With vast knowledge and connections in the Supermarket/Wholesale/Gas station industries, it allows myself to facilitate successful deals to help business owners achieve their goals.
Ben specializes in helping owners prepare their businesses for market, positioning companies to attract stronger buyers, maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the sales process, and guiding transactions from initial valuation through closing. His consultative approach emphasizes education, transparency, and long-term relationships over high-pressure sales tactics. He holds an MBA with a concentration in Accounting and Finance and combines corporate experience with entrepreneurial thinking to deliver practical advice for business owners considering growth, succession, or an exit strategy. He has sat on both sides of the table as a buyer and as a seller. He has experienced the highs and sometimes the lows of business ownership. 516-632-0231
I help business owners sell their businesses for top value. I also help buyers find and buy good businesses. For sellers: I find out what your business is worth. I help you get it ready to sell. I find real buyers who can close. I handle the hard talks so you don't have to. I keep your sale private. I guide you from the first call to the final deal. For buyers: I help you find businesses that are not on the open market. I check the numbers so you don't waste time. I help you make strong offers. I guide you through the deal, step by step. What I offer: - Business valuations - Exit planning - Business sales (brokerage) - Buy-side search and deal support - Deal negotiation
