Pete Harrison

Tampa Business Broker, Inc.

License Number: CQ 1059663

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15310 Amberly Drive Suite 250,
Tampa, Florida 33647 (View Map)

About the Company

At our core, we are relationship brokers, not just business brokers. We strategically match the right buyers with the right sellers, prioritizing people and long-term success over simple transactions. Our proven approach looks beyond the financials, focusing on creating the best outcome for everyone. As a team of highly specialized professionals, we are dedicated to navigating the complexities of your business transition with integrity and expertise.

Broker Biography

Introduction

I started as an entrepreneur at a young age—running PTA bake-sale tables, selling mini-bikes and high-end audio equipment, and eventually owning a chain of wireless stores while also becoming part of the early internet mail-order movement in the wireless industry. In 2003, I sold that business to a hedge fund at far too low a valuation. That experience became the driving force behind my mission: helping other business owners avoid the mistakes I made.

Today, over 500 closed deals later—along with many retired millionaires—we’re still here doing what we love. We’ve built an exceptional team, and we’re extremely selective on both the listing and buyer sides. If we’re not the right fit or not the experts in your industry, we’re the first to say it. We’re always happy to offer free guidance and meet in person.

For the companies we choose to represent, we maintain a 90% closing ratio. We consistently achieve sales prices aligned with our clients’ value expectations and negotiate terms that support both their short- and long-term financial goals.

Once we identify the right buyer or seller for your business, we manage the entire transaction—from start to finish—to ensure it is handled correctly, professionally, confidentially, and with maximum protection for you. We remain available 24/7 to resolve issues and answer questions so you can maintain peace of mind throughout the escrow process.

We provide highly personalized service at every stage of the transaction, and our fee is 100% contingent upon a successful closing.

Our Practice Expertise Includes:
* Bars/Nightclubs
* Restaurants/Cafes
* Manufacturing Companies
* Service Businesses
* Distributors / Wholesalers
* Retailers
* Professional Services
* Professional Practices
* Transportation / Shipping
* Real Estate Development and Sales
* Media & Entertainment
* Franchisors & Franchisees

Services Provided

We don’t just list businesses; we engineer success.
We bring sophisticated expertise to the table, centered on leveraging real-time market dynamics and unparalleled data access. Our core services are designed to cut through the noise and deliver results.
Precision Valuations: We provide accurate, data-driven business valuations using timely, high-level market knowledge that captures your company's true current value.
The Buyer Network Advantage: Access a massive, exclusive database of highly qualified cash buyers. These serious investors are actively seeking a wide spectrum of opportunities—profitable, non-profitable, and even closed businesses. We make the right match, fast.
Strategic Ecosystem: Our robust, long-standing network is your advantage. We seamlessly integrate with trusted commercial property owners, attorneys, CPAs, and essential vendors to navigate every aspect of the deal, ensuring a smooth, efficient close.

Areas Served

  • Citrus County, FL
  • Hernando County, FL
  • Hillsborough County, FL
  • Manatee County, FL
  • Orange County, FL
  • Osceola County, FL
  • Pasco County, FL
  • Pinellas County, FL
  • Polk County, FL
  • Sarasota County, FL
  • Licensed In

    • Florida — License number CQ 1059663

    Professional Affiliations

    IBBA, Business Brokers of Florida, Society of Business Analysts, MLS, Certified Business Analyst
    BA Music Skidmore College Saratoga Springs NY

    Award for 2015-2025 Multi- Million Dollar Producer
    TOP Dealmaker Award #1 2017 & 2020 for having sold the Most Businesses In TAMPA Bay District during a pandemic
    IBBA 2023 Deal Maker Award & 2023 Outstanding Producer
    IBBA 2024 Deal Maker Award & 2024 Chairman Circle Award
    Award for #1 Business Broker in Tampa bay Area 2017 & 2018 for most closed transactions
    Award for Deal Maker Award State of Florida TOP 50 for Sales

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