Buzz Harris

Kathryn Guthrie is the Managing Broker and Co-Owner of The Liberty Group of Nevada, a premier business brokerage firm she operates alongside her husband and business partner, Stewart Guthrie. The Liberty Group of Nevada helps entrepreneurs buy, build, and sell businesses with confidence and success. With nearly two decades of hands-on business ownership and transaction experience, Kathryn is dedicated to guiding business owners through business sales, valuations, and exit planning. She holds certifications as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) through the Exit Planning Institute and a Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) with the International Business Brokers Association. She is also a licensed real estate broker and a graduate of UC Davis. Kathryn’s career began in technology and training, working as a software trainer for CompUSA before advancing to Vice President of Technology for Evergreen Forms. Her entrepreneurial journey started in 2004, when she and Stewart purchased their first business—a coffee distribution company—which they successfully grew and sold in 2008. In 2009, they co-founded RPM Sac-Metro, a residential property management firm, scaling it into a successful operation before selling it in 2019. In 2021, Kathryn and Stewart took the helm of The Liberty Group of Nevada, bringing their combined expertise to support business owners in navigating the complexities of buying, growing, and selling their businesses. Key Skills and Expertise: -Business Ownership & Operations: Extensive experience in buying, growing, and selling businesses. -Strategic Exit Planning & Business Valuation: Helping owners maximize business value and execute smooth transitions. -Teaching & Advisory Expertise: Passion for educating business owners on valuation, operational efficiency, and succession planning. -Project & Process Management: Strong ability to streamline complex transactions and manage multiple stakeholders. -Technology & Business Systems: Background in process improvement and technology adoption to drive business efficiency. Kathryn is a CBI and actively involved in the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA), serving on the Member Engagement Committee, and remains committed to professional development, innovation, and client success in business brokerage. With a deep understanding of small business ownership and transaction management, Kathryn and Stewart are dedicated to helping business owners achieve their goals, grow their businesses, and successfully transition to the next phase of their journey.

Buzz is a graduate of University of Nevada and 40-year resident of the Nevada. He spent 25 years as a public affairs and government relations professional representing businesses in various sectors. Buzz has owned, operated, and managed a handful of businesses. He also has a broad business background, with experience in mediation and negotiations. Buzz joined The Liberty Group of Nevada in 2016 and has closed over 100 business transactions. Buzz likes to provide guidance to entrepreneurs looking to buy, sell or grow their company. Adept in navigating change and communicating with finesse, he brings a wealth of experience. His knack for identifying and transforming innovative opportunities into profitable ventures underscores his prowess in entrepreneurship. He welcomes the chance to review any and all businesses with potential sellers, recognizing that the decision to sell a business is a life-changing endeavor where experience is critical to success. A business transaction can be very emotional and intimidating for both buyers and sellers. To stay healthy, Buzz enjoys skiing and biking His diverse background makes him well suited to understand and assist both buyer and sellers. Buzz is a licensed Business Broker in Nevada.