Lacy Jo Ward

Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado

License Number: FA.100096808

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tworldcolorado.com


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5261 S Quebec St, Suite 200
Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111 (View Map)

Affiliated Broker
Al Fialkovich, CBI, CM&AA

About the Company

Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado has proudly maintained its #1 status for eight consecutive years among 250+ global franchises. The Colorado Franchise has locations in Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, Aspen, and Grand Junction. The franchise is owned by Prospere Companies, a private investment firm with a portfolio of companies in Colorado, Texas, and Nevada specializing in acquiring, owning, and operating multi-faceted locations in the realm of mergers and acquisitions. Over the past 12 years, our team has completed 1,500+ deals, growing daily.

As the leading business brokerage firm in Colorado, we have achieved remarkable milestones, including being featured on the Inc. 5000 List five times—an accomplishment attained by only 4% of companies and featured on Financial Times Fastest Growing list. Additionally, our recognition as the Most Referred Middle Market Advisory Firm on the Axial Advisory 100 List underscores our commitment to excellence.

To learn more about Transworld or to schedule a consultation with one of our brokers, visit our website at www.tworldcolorado.com or call 720-259-5099.

Broker Biography

Introduction

Being raised on the Eastern plains of Colorado in a farming and ranching family instilled in me a deep love of the outdoors. We raised purebred Charolais cattle and Quarter horses. Not only was I blessed to farm and ranch alongside my family, I also had the good fortune to work in sales for my family’s company, Ritchey Livestock ID, traveling throughout the US and Canada selling livestock identification and roping products. I know how blessed I am to have grown up the way I did. Few get to experience what it is to be in an office and then on the back of a horse that same day. It’s a tremendous privilege to grow up on land and to have been a part of a family business. With great passion I make it my life’s work to pursue the preservation of farming, ranching and small business. Three areas of industry that remain the backbone of this country and three areas I desire to see thrive for generations to come.

Services Provided

- Business Valuation
- Seller and Buyer Representation

Areas Served

  • Colorado
  • Licensed In

    • Colorado — License number FA.100096808
    Elite
    Mike Krieger Serving Denver County, CO

    I am a Denver native who has 20 years experience in all levels of small business, including management, marketing, and ownership. After helping to grow two family owned businesses, a production company and a neighborhood bar & grill, I moved into a position at Transworld to help others achieve their goals of buying or selling a small business. I'm a Business Broker with Transworld Business Advisors—Rocky Mountain, which is a business brokerage firm that has achieved #1 status out of 200 global franchises for four years running. We offer services throughout Colorado, New Mexico & Wyoming and are currently the #1 business brokerage firm in the Rocky Mountain region. Over the past 7 years, our team has completed $110 million+ in transactions, worked directly with over 1,500 business owners, was involved with 250+ deals, and gave over 10,000 entrepreneurs guidance about buying and selling businesses. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my wife and two boys, hiking, biking, and anything else the great outdoors of Colorado has to offer.

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    Keith Marlow, CM&AA Serving Mesa County, CO

    Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado has proudly maintained its #1 status for eight consecutive years among 250+ global franchises. The Colorado Franchise has locations in Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, Aspen, and Grand Junction. The franchise is owned by Prospere Companies, a private investment firm with a portfolio of companies in Colorado, Texas, and Nevada specializing in acquiring, owning, and operating multi-faceted locations in the realm of mergers and acquisitions. Over the past 12 years, our team has completed 1,500+ deals, growing daily. As the leading business brokerage firm in Colorado, we have achieved remarkable milestones, including being featured on the Inc. 5000 List five times—an accomplishment attained by only 4% of companies and featured on Financial Times Fastest Growing list. Additionally, our recognition as the Most Referred Middle Market Advisory Firm on the Axial Advisory 100 List underscores our commitment to excellence. To learn more about Transworld or to schedule a consultation with one of our brokers, visit our website at www.tworldcolorado.com or call 970-379-3254.

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    Tyler Bowman, CM&AA & CEPA Serving Douglas County, CO

    I have spent the last 5+ years helping entrepreneurs buy and sell business under $20M in enterprise value. Prior to joining Transworld Business Advisors, I worked in several family-owned businesses allowing me to understand the unique joys and challenges facing entrepreneurs every day. During this time, I realized there was a need for investment banking level services for M&A in the lower middle market and decided to become a business broker.  Along with my credentials as a CM&AA and CEPA, I also have a BA in Business Finance and am fluent in Spanish, having lived in Spain for over a decade. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our dog Aspen, road & mountain biking, playing soccer, skiing and traveling. Recently Sold Businesses: Manufacturing Business Distribution Company Managed Service Provider Flooring Contactor Landscaping Business Electrical Contractor Towing Company Art Gallery Etc. Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado has proudly maintained its #1 status for eight consecutive years among 250+ global franchises. The Colorado Franchise has locations in Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, Aspen, and Grand Junction. The franchise is owned by Prospere Companies, a private investment firm with a portfolio of companies in Colorado, Texas, and Nevada specializing in acquiring, owning, and operating multi-faceted locations in the realm of mergers and acquisitions. Over the past 12 years, our team has completed 1,500+ deals, growing daily. As the leading business brokerage firm in Colorado, we have achieved remarkable milestones, including being featured on the Inc. 5000 List five times—an accomplishment attained by only 4% of companies and featured on Financial Times Fastest Growing list. Additionally, our recognition as the Most Referred Middle Market Advisory Firm on the Axial Advisory 100 List underscores our commitment to excellence.

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    Travis Pickern Serving El Paso County, CO

    Travis Pickern is a Business Broker for Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado. Travis is a father of three boys and a girl who absolutely have his heart and wallet. He loves the outdoors, golf, fly fishing, and traveling. Over the course of his career, he has held many positions. Most recently, he sold his Dutch Bros Coffee franchise locations in Colorado Springs. Travis grew his franchise from roughly $1.9M per year in sales to nearly $10M per year. He has served on the board of directors for the Boys and Girls Club of the Pikes Peak region and spearheaded giving back over half a million dollars to the local community during his tenure as a franchise owner. He grew the social media following over 20x, paving the way for additional locations in the area. Travis was a front runner in new processes and product offerings, serving on various company committees over time. He led the growth of special event marketing for Dutch Bros Coffee in the early days, coming up with new offerings, including the blue raspberry flavor, which is one of the company's most popular today. Before Dutch Bros, Travis held various jobs in sales and finance. He has passed the Series 7 and 66 licenses and holds certificates in financial accounting and entrepreneurship from Harvard Business School.

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    Elise Mariner Serving Archuleta County, CO

    Denver / Pagosa Springs, Colorado I have two specialties - healthcare businesses (after having previously spent 20 years in the industry), and Southern Colorado (having relocated to Pagosa Springs). I'm happy to chat about your needs - please reach out. Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado has proudly maintained its #1 status for eight consecutive years among 250+ global franchises. The Colorado Franchise has locations in Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, Aspen, Pagosa Springs and Grand Junction. The franchise is owned by Prospere Companies, a private investment firm with a portfolio of companies in Colorado, Texas, and Nevada specializing in acquiring, owning, and operating multi-faceted locations in the realm of mergers and acquisitions. Over the past 12 years, our team has completed 1,500+ deals, growing daily. As the leading business brokerage firm in Colorado, we have achieved remarkable milestones, including being featured on the Inc. 5000 List five times—an accomplishment attained by only 4% of companies and featured on Financial Times Fastest Growing list. Additionally, our recognition as the Most Referred Middle Market Advisory Firm on the Axial Advisory 100 List underscores our commitment to excellence. To learn more - visit our website at www.tworldcolorado.com or call me directly at 970-279-8850

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    Nathan Willis, Partner Serving Denver County, CO

    Before transitioning into business brokerage and M&A, I spent over a decade as the owner and operator of three health clubs in the Denver Metro Area, two of which I launched from the ground up, and one I acquired. Managing dozens of employees and contractors, overseeing complex leases and build-outs, and navigating a wide range of operational challenges taught me invaluable lessons along the way. In 2017, I was ready for a new chapter and engaged Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado to help facilitate the sale of my business. Following the successful transaction, I joined the Transworld team as a business broker, a role that felt like a natural progression. In 2022, I became an equity Partner in our Colorado office. If you're considering selling your business, I’d be happy to explore its value and what a tailored exit strategy could look like. Our team has guided hundreds of business owners through the process of valuation, preparation, and sale with clarity and confidence. As the leading business brokerage firm in Colorado, we have achieved remarkable milestones, including being featured on the Inc. 5000 List five times—an accomplishment attained by only 4% of companies and featured on Financial Times Fastest Growing list. Additionally, our recognition as the Most Referred Middle Market Advisory Firm on the Axial Advisory 100 List underscores our commitment to excellence.

    Premium
    Jim DeShayes Serving Larimer County, CO

    Whether you’re looking to sell a business and move on to the next chapter of your life – or purchase a business and embark on the next stage of your career – Jim DeShayes helps buyers and sellers transfer businesses equitably and efficiently from one generation of ownership to the next.

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    Axel Fleischli Serving Denver County, CO

    Being involved in business has always been a passion of mine. I began working at the age of 15 for many of my family's small businesses and have been apart of and helped grow many other small businesses. Shortly after graduating from Colorado State University with a business and economics degree I started my own small business. I joined Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado in order to work with and learn from other small business owners while helping them through situations I can relate to. As a Senior Business Broker and Partner with Transworld Business Advisors— Colorado, we have proudly maintained our #1 status for eight consecutive years among 250+ global franchises. The Colorado Franchise has locations in Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, Aspen, and Grand Junction. The franchise is owned by Prospere Companies, a private investment firm with a portfolio of companies in Colorado, Texas, and Nevada specializing in acquiring, owning, and operating multi-faceted locations in the realm of mergers and acquisitions. Over the past 12 years, our team has completed 1,500+ deals, growing daily. As the leading business brokerage firm in Colorado, we have achieved remarkable milestones, including being featured on the Inc. 5000 List five times—an accomplishment attained by only 4% of companies and featured on Financial Times Fastest Growing list. Additionally, our recognition as the Most Referred Middle Market Advisory Firm on the Axial Advisory 100 List underscores our commitment to excellence. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family as well as biking, hiking, skiing and anything else that gets me into Colorado's great outdoors.

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    Eric McMaster Serving Adams County, CO

    As a former professional baseball player, I know what it takes to win. My passion is helping business owners achieve that same success when selling their businesses, or putting in a winning bid to purchase a business. At Transworld Business Advisors, we stand out as a business brokerage firm like no other. We bring together a team of expert business brokers and a commercial real estate team to cover every aspect of buying or selling a business. Whether you're looking to buy a business, sell a business, determine your business's current value, or explore ways to increase its value for a future sale, I'm here to help. Follow me as I create and share valuable content for business owners on my social media channels. I look forward to connecting with you—feel free to call or text me anytime.

    Brian Buell Serving El Paso County, CO

    Brian Buell is a Business Broker with Transworld Business Advisors - Rocky Mountain. Brian entered this role after selling his own small business, a CrossFit gym in Boston, MA. After starting the gym by hosting free workouts in a park next to Harvard Square and building it into a thriving community, Brian exited on the tail end of Covid. Brian loves helping small business owners cultivate, grow and deepen their personal relationships with their staff and customers. Believing that relationships are the key to building a meaningful life and legacy, Brian is most excited about helping business owners build a relationship with their buyer and hand off their legacy. His prior experience spans primarily across the fitness, technology and manufacturing sectors. Brian grew up in Upstate New York, then spent 20 years in the Boston area. He has an MBA with an interest in social enterprise and has split his work between the non-profit and for-profit sectors. Wherever he lands, he looks to inject joy and meaning into his work and relationships. Outside of work, Brian raises two energetic boys with his wife. He loves pickleball (let's dink!), mountain biking, fishing, carpentry and reading.

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