CJ Johnston, CM&AP, CBB, CEPA
M&A Business Advisors
License Number: DRE # 01129246
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11622 El Camino Real, Suite 100
San Diego, California 92130
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About the Company
M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory Firm and The Leader in Business Sales & Acquisition. We specialize in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries.
M&A Business Advisors is owned and operated by the Managing Partners who are highly respected, experienced, and recognized as some of the top producers and dealmakers in the industry. We join forces to collaborate, share our knowledge and expertise, and work as a “TEAM” to best represent business sellers and buyers. Our advisors have a wide range of backgrounds to serve our clients.
In addition, our experience allows us to have our finger on the pulse of the ever-changing marketplace and understand the key factors that determine what the market will bear when it comes to value, terms, and conditions.
Broker Biography
Introduction
Over the past 35 years, CJ Johnston has managed business cycles with a high level of integrity, vision, and strong work ethic while earning national and statewide recognition for her accomplishments. She owned, operated, and sold four businesses in the Finance and Real Estate industries. CJ credits her success to putting her clients first.
As a Business Advisor, CJ leads her team in managing the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in Service, Construction, Distribution, Manufacturing, Healthcare, and other industries.
CJ states, “I understand the commitment, dedication and hard work it takes to build a business; thus, I want to help every one of my clients position their business for sale so that they receive the highest value possible.” Selling or buying a business can be a complex, time-consuming process. When retained, CJ is 100% committed and takes a “hands-on” approach from the initial consultation until the sale is completed. She is a Certified M&A Professional, Certified Business Broker and Certified Exit Planning Advisor. She has a degree in Biology.
CJ can be reached at CJ@mabusinessadvisors.com or 619-300-8000. Contact CJ for a complimentary consultation.
Services Provided
Business Brokerage and Valuations in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Distribution, Service, Health Care, Construction, Automotive, Technology, Printing, Food Related Businesses as well as others.
• Preliminary Opinion of Value
• Preparing Your Business for Sale
• Confidential Offering Memorandum
• Marketing Your Business
• Buyer Screening & Confidentiality
• Making Deals & Conducting Due Diligence
• Selling the Real Estate or Negotiating the lease
• Completing the Transaction
Exit Planning Services
• Determining Owner Readiness
• Assisting with your Advisory Team
• Addressing Readiness & Preparedness Issues
• Personal, Financial & Business Alignment
• Business Consulting
Call us at (619) 300-8000 for a complimentary consultation.
*Please note we DO NOT post all of our listings on this website. Please call us for an up to date list of our businesses for sale.
Selling Your Business
Areas Served
Licensed In
- California — License number DRE # 01129246
Professional Affiliations
International Business Brokers Association (IBBA)
California Association of Business Brokers (CABB)
ProVisors Professional Network Group
Exit Planning Institute (CEPA Designation)
M&A Source- Certified Merger & Acquisition Professional (CM&AP)
Certified Business Broker (CBB)
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