Joel Acevedo

Licenses & Certifications: • Florida Licensed Real Estate Associate • 620 Insurance License Current Work Experience: • Owner: Lux UF – Short Term Condo Rentals • Business Advisor: Tempus Business Work Experience: • Process Consultant: Insurance Carrier • Retail Management: Dollar Tree and Advance Auto Parts Education: • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: University of Florida

30+ years of international sales, development, entrepreneurship and management experience for several global businesses including a large international manufacturing company. Current Work Experience: Senior Business Strategist: Tempus Business Strategists, LLC Founder & CEO: BizBooster Corporation Chairman: TICH, Inc. 501(c)3 Cultural Organization Past Work Experience: International Sales Manager: McNichols Company Director: McNichols de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V. Fiberglass Manufacturing Consultant: Pompanette Inc. Fiberglass Manufacturing Manager: Intertrim Inc. Founder & Owner: Altamar Fiberglass Repair & Manufacturing Founder & Owner: Engi-Tech Manufacturing Inc Owner: Alpine Gas Station Founder & Owner: Restaurante Carnita & Pasante Operator & Partner: Carnita & Pasante Food Concessions Tocancipa Racetrack Founder & Owner: Venecia Perklamatic Dry Cleaning Plant Founder & Owner: Colsalud Emergency Center Founder & Owner: Engi -Tech Car Sales Import/Export Agent: Jar-Mar AsociadosAssociados Education: MBA – Global Management: Strayer University Bachelor of Science – Business Administration: Strayer University International Trade Certificate: University of South Florida SBDC Bachelor of Arts – Industrial Engineering: Centro de Investigación, Docencia y Consultoría Administrativa Bookeeping: SENA

Experienced business broker and advisor with over 30 years in M&A, business development, and project financing. I specialize in applying the strategic rigor of investment banking to small and mid-sized transactions, helping business owners unlock maximum value. My career highlights include leading over $1.5 billion in acquisitions, $2 billion in divestitures, and structuring innovative financial solutions across sectors such as renewable energy, water, biofuels, and real estate. Passionate about empowering entrepreneurs and investors with personalized support, I bring a deep understanding of valuation, negotiations, and deal structuring to every engagement. Fluent in English and Spanish, with proficiency in Portuguese, I thrive on building meaningful partnerships and delivering results that matter. Let’s work together to make your business goals a reality. https://www.linkedin.com/in/santiago-arcila-9202061/