Michael D. Whitesel
Transworld Business Advisors of Vancouver
License Number: 23021579
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Contact Broker
1220 Main St #400,
Vancouver, Washington 98660
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Affiliated Broker
Daren Bucklin
About the Company
Transworld Business Advisors of Vancouver is locally owned and operated, serving business owners across Southwest Washington. As part of the world’s largest business brokerage firm—with over 250 offices and 850+ Brokers globally—we combine deep local expertise with the resources and reach of a global network. Our Vancouver office was established to provide dedicated support to business owners in Clark County and surrounding areas.
We specialize in facilitating the sale of privately held businesses, from main street to middle-market M&A transactions. Our team includes experienced Business Brokers, M&A Advisors, and Certified Franchise Consultants who bring decades of experience in business ownership, operations, and deal-making. We are also a licensed real estate agency in Washington, allowing us to manage the sale or transfer of business-owned property or lease assignments as part of the transaction.
Whether you're preparing to sell, planning for growth, or considering franchising, we offer a collaborative, confidential, and results-driven approach. We take pride in delivering professional service and value to our clients and are honored to play a key role in helping them navigate one of the most important decisions of their lives.
Broker Biography
Introduction
A life-long local, Michael was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. His undergraduate degree is from the University of Oregon and, while working full-time, he earned his MBA at Portland State University.
Services Provided
As a licensed Commercial Real Estate Broker for Transworld Business Advisors of Portland, Michael taps into his diverse 30-year business experience to get you top value for your business. He knows the hard work and dedication it takes to build a business and you deserve to be rewarded.
Utilizing Transworld’s over 40 years of experience in Business Sales Facilitation, a global network of 700 plus Business Brokers, a vast pool of buyers, and over 10,000 business listings sold worldwide, Michael is dedicated to getting your deal closed successfully. He looks forward to hearing about your goals and your questions regarding the sale of your business.
Areas Served
Licensed In
- Washington — License number 23021579
Business For Sale Listings
Cash Flow: $137,900
Washington
View Details Established and Profitable Auto Parts and Service Business
This shop is a well-established automotive parts and service business located in a small, close-knit community in southwest Washington. In operation for 44 years (15 by current owner) this shop has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality service and delivering consistent customer satisfaction. With a loyal customer base and potential for further growth, this shop is well-positioned for a new owner to have continued success. This business is being sold with the building and property, priced at an additional $750,000. Less
I emigrated from my native Scotland to the USA in the eighties. I have lived in Southern California, Eastern Washington and Arizona. I moved to the Vancouver area almost 25 years ago. My first career was in microelectronics and computer architecture. I started in engineering, transitioned to management, operations, executive leadership, and business management. I worked in start-ups, fortune 500 corporations and everything in between. I was involved in M&A, both acquiring and being acquired. I was proudest of the many new jobs that we helped to create. My biggest customers could be in Asia and my critical suppliers in Europe - my hometown has a population of 10,000 people where everything is local, I missed the local connection. When I left my corporate career, I wanted to stay engaged with commerce but be more active in our community. Therefore, I am using my business experience to help small businesses that are in transition, often in my own neighborhood. Transworld is a franchise, so our office is very much a local office, able to be part of the SW Washington Business Community. That said, our network is the largest of its kind, so we can bring tremendous resources to solve problems and address the needs of each buyer and seller.
I am a local broker who knows the market, and believes in the power of community and connection! I have chosen to work for Transworld Business Advisors because their resources, buyer lists and support are unparalleled in the industry. Because of this I believe they can help in the support of your business needs better than anyone else out there. Transworld was established in 1979, and is now the largest business brokerage in the U.S. For over forty-one years, Transworld has specialized in the sale of businesses and commercial real estate. Today Transworld Business Advisors is the worlds largest business brokerage company with 500+ brokers, 200 offices located in 14 countries. A global network of business brokers all working together offering their services of doing good deals for good people. If that's you don't be afraid to reach out and ask me questions.....today!
A life-long local, Michael was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. His undergraduate degree is from the University of Oregon and, while working full-time, he earned his MBA at Portland State University.
