Contact Broker
Melville, New York
Affiliated Broker
Joseph Mesi
About the Company
East Coast Business Brokers was founded by Henry Galasso, who started the company from the ground up in 2000. What began as a single broker's vision has grown into a strong, seasoned team of experienced business brokers — a number of them licensed real estate agents — representing buyers and sellers across New York, Long Island, the tri-state area, and Florida.
The firm is known for handling everything from M&A deals to Main Street deals, with a particular strength in retail, food service, franchise, and commercial-property transactions. From delicatessens, bagel shops, and pizzerias to bars, nightclubs, dry cleaners, car washes, laundromats, and wholesale distribution companies — if it's a business worth selling, we know how to bring it to market.
Our goal is simple: create a successful outcome for every client. Whether you've spent years building a business or you're taking the leap to buy one, this is one of the most important transactions you'll ever make — and we're here to guide you through every step, available seven days a week.
Broker Biography
Introduction
Selling a business is one of the most significant financial decisions a business owner will ever make. Whether you're preparing for retirement, pursuing a new opportunity, or simply exploring your options, the process can feel overwhelming. My role is to simplify that process, provide clear guidance, and help you make informed decisions with confidence.
As a Business Broker with East Coast Business Brokers, I work with business owners throughout Long Island to confidentially market and sell privately held businesses. While every transaction is different, my philosophy remains the same: listen first, communicate clearly, and build a strategy that aligns with each client's goals.
Before entering business brokerage, I spent more than two decades in finance and business advisory roles, the lion's share with Ernst & Young. Those experiences gave me a strong foundation in financial analysis, business operations, strategic planning, and helping people navigate complex decisions. I also earned a graduate degree from Northwestern University, where I further developed the analytical and communication skills that continue to guide my work today.
One lesson I've learned throughout my career is that expertise means very little if it can't be explained clearly. Business owners shouldn't need a background in finance to understand the decisions they're making. I believe one of my greatest strengths is translating complicated financial and business concepts into straightforward, practical conversations that help clients feel informed rather than overwhelmed.
Whether I'm speaking with a first-time buyer or a business owner who has spent decades building a successful company, I believe every client deserves honesty, responsiveness, and thoughtful advice. Selling a business is rarely just a financial transaction—it's often the culmination of years of hard work, sacrifice, and personal investment. That deserves careful attention and respect.
I primarily work with Main Street businesses throughout Long Island across a wide variety of industries. Every business has its own story, and every owner has different goals. Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, I take the time to understand what matters most to each client and develop a strategy designed around those objectives.
Whether you're ready to bring your business to market today or you're simply curious about its value and your options for the future, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation. Even if selling isn't the right decision today, understanding your options is often the first step toward making the right decision when the time comes.
My goal is simple: to provide the knowledge, communication, and guidance needed to help business owners make one of the most important decisions of their lives with confidence.
Services Provided
"Great business owners are experts at running their businesses—not necessarily at selling them. My job is to bridge that gap."
Hi I'm Greg Ahern of East Coast Business Brokers. I provide professional business brokerage and advisory services for buyers and sellers of privately held Main Street businesses throughout Long Island.
Services include:
• Confidential business sales and representation
• Business valuations and market value discussions
• Exit planning and pre-sale guidance
• Buyer qualification and screening
• Confidential marketing to qualified buyers
• Coordination of buyer inquiries and negotiations
• Assistance with due diligence and transaction management
• Guidance through the closing process
Whether you're preparing to retire, exploring the possibility of selling, or actively searching to acquire a business, I strive to make the process organized, transparent, and understandable from beginning to end.
I believe successful transactions begin with clear communication and realistic expectations. My approach emphasizes responsiveness, professionalism, and practical advice so clients understand not only what decisions need to be made, but why they matter.
Every business is unique, and every owner has different priorities. My objective is to understand those priorities, provide honest guidance, and help clients achieve the best possible outcome while making what can be a complex process feel far more manageable.
Areas Served
Business For Sale Listings
Cash Flow: $115,000
Suffolk Co., NY
View Details Suffolk County Bakery | Est 40 Yrs | Fully Turn-key | Semi Absentee
Established Neighborhood Bakery | 40+ Years of Success | Turnkey Opportunity | South Shore, Suffolk County, NYAsking Price: $299,000An exceptional opportunity to acquire one of the South Shore's most established neighborhood bakeries. Operating successfully for more than 25 years, this highly respected business has earned an outstanding reputation for quality baked goods, exceptional customer service, and a loyal multi-generational customer base.Located in a high-visibility shopping center on the South Shore of Suffolk County, the bakery benefits from strong daily traffic, excellent accessibility, and a well-established presence within the local community. The business has become a destination for customers seeking fresh breads, rolls, pastries, cookies, cakes, pies, donuts, breakfast items, holiday specialties, and custom baked goods for birthdays, weddings, and special occasions.Originally built by the same ownership for Less
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This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established automotive collision repair and mechanical service business with an outstanding reputation for quality workmanship, customer satisfaction, and insurance-related collision repairs.Operating from a 5,000-square-foot professional facility, the business features six service bays, one BendPak vehicle lift, a furnished front office and reception area, and parking for approximately 20 vehicles. The facility includes approximately nine years remaining on the current lease, with a landlord willing to negotiate with a qualified buyer.The company has built a loyal customer base through collision restoration, auto body repairs, paint refinishing, mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, and vehicle appearance services. Its reputation for professionalism and quality has generated consistent repeat and referral business.This is a true turn-key asset sale with professional Less
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Suffolk Co., NY
View Details Absentee South Shore Deli - Net to Owner Operator $190K+
Imagine walking into your own thriving deli every morning, knowing you've got a goldmine waiting for you. This isn't just any deli - it's been the heart of an affluent South Shore Suffolk County community for over 15 years, and now it could be yours.Here's what makes this opportunity so special: the current owner runs it 100% hands-off and still pulls in $125,000 annually. But here's where it gets exciting for you - step in as an owner-operator, and you'll immediately boost your earnings to $190,000+ by taking over management duties. No learning curve, no building from scratch - just walk in and start earning.You'll love the location. Picture yourself serving everyone from busy commuters grabbing their morning coffee to local families who've been coming here for years. The Fire Island traffic alone brings consistent seasonal business, plus you've got schools, first responders, and residential neighborhoods all around you. Less
Anthony Mesi is a Business Broker and Advisor at East Coast Business Brokers (ECBB), specializing in the confidential sale, acquisition, and valuation of small to mid-market businesses throughout New York and Florida. He is committed to helping sellers maximize value while guiding buyers toward strong, strategic opportunities.
Selling a business is one of the most significant financial decisions a business owner will ever make. Whether you're preparing for retirement, pursuing a new opportunity, or simply exploring your options, the process can feel overwhelming. My role is to simplify that process, provide clear guidance, and help you make informed decisions with confidence. As a Business Broker with East Coast Business Brokers, I work with business owners throughout Long Island to confidentially market and sell privately held businesses. While every transaction is different, my philosophy remains the same: listen first, communicate clearly, and build a strategy that aligns with each client's goals. Before entering business brokerage, I spent more than two decades in finance and business advisory roles, the lion's share with Ernst & Young. Those experiences gave me a strong foundation in financial analysis, business operations, strategic planning, and helping people navigate complex decisions. I also earned a graduate degree from Northwestern University, where I further developed the analytical and communication skills that continue to guide my work today. One lesson I've learned throughout my career is that expertise means very little if it can't be explained clearly. Business owners shouldn't need a background in finance to understand the decisions they're making. I believe one of my greatest strengths is translating complicated financial and business concepts into straightforward, practical conversations that help clients feel informed rather than overwhelmed. Whether I'm speaking with a first-time buyer or a business owner who has spent decades building a successful company, I believe every client deserves honesty, responsiveness, and thoughtful advice. Selling a business is rarely just a financial transaction—it's often the culmination of years of hard work, sacrifice, and personal investment. That deserves careful attention and respect. I primarily work with Main Street businesses throughout Long Island across a wide variety of industries. Every business has its own story, and every owner has different goals. Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, I take the time to understand what matters most to each client and develop a strategy designed around those objectives. Whether you're ready to bring your business to market today or you're simply curious about its value and your options for the future, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation. Even if selling isn't the right decision today, understanding your options is often the first step toward making the right decision when the time comes. My goal is simple: to provide the knowledge, communication, and guidance needed to help business owners make one of the most important decisions of their lives with confidence.
