Alpharetta & North Atlanta Business Brokers | M&A Advisors
Executive-Level Business Broker and M&A Advisory
in North Atlanta. Team-Backed Execution.
If you own a business in Alpharetta, North Fulton County, or greater Atlanta and you’re weighing an exit or a strategic acquisition, our three-advisor team pairs financial sophistication with owner-level urgency to deliver a timely, transparent transaction.
$115M+
Team transaction
value closed
$6.1M
Average transaction
value at closing
Multi-Million
Dollar Producer
Multi-Year Murphy Business
Sales award winners
225+
Murphy Business Sales
associates in North America
Meet the Businessmen Who Sell Businesses
Three Advisors. One Team at Your Side.
Murphy Business North Fulton County is led from Alpharetta by John Charleston and backed by two senior Murphy advisors, Tony Samples and Phil Eleson. Among the accomplishments that position them as the business brokers you can trust: all three have owned and operated companies, run a 200-employee business, directed 150 stores for a Fortune 100 company, and closed transactions above $40 million.
You get a brain trust, not a solo broker: one point of contact, three sets of eyes on your financials, and a team that has sat on your side of the table.
John B. Charleston, III
MBA, CM&AP
Principal | Business Broker & M&A Advisor
Bought and ran a 200-employee company. Builds the financial model buyers underwrite — so the price you accept is the price you close at.
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Tony Samples
CMAI, CM&AP, M&AMI
M&A Advisor | Merger & Acquisition Master Intermediary
Thirty years running Walmart’s Atlanta region, sixteen with Murphy, representing sellers with revenue from $3M to $50M. His rule: no surprises after you go to market.
Read Tony’s story →
Phil Eleson
MBA, CM&AP, CBI, CEPA
M&A Advisor | Certified Exit Planning Advisor
Former owner-operator and Certified Exit Planning Advisor. Gets you ready years ahead, then keeps the emotion out of the room.
Read Phil’s story →Our Services
Expert Guidance & Owner Experience for Premium Main Street & the Lower-Middle Market
Selling a Business
Maximize the true value of your company by mitigating hidden risk and navigating complex negotiations.
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Buying a Business
Acquire vetted strategic targets with rigorous financial clarity to ensure a seamless integration.
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Referral Partners
Connect your valuable clients with trusted corporate-level execution to fortify your reputation.
Explore Partnerships →The Proven Path to a Friction-Free Exit
Secure Your Ideal Transition
1
Preparation & Valuation
Analyze raw operational data to build a compelling financial narrative and uncover your true valuation.
2
Confidential Marketing
Market your enterprise securely to a vetted network of buyers while protecting your employee and customer privacy.
3
LOI, Negotiation & Close
Navigate contentious money conversations with high emotional intelligence to secure a profitable close.
Featured Industries
Vertical-Specific Advisory for Maximized Value
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Manufacturing
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Transportation
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Warehousing
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Logistics
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Wholesale
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Retail
Recent Results
Proven Premium Main Street & Lower-Middle Market Execution
Cybersecurity Add-On
Built complex financial models as an outsourced financial analyst for a cybersecurity firm to attract well-funded private equity.
Commercial Furniture Liquidator
Created a competitive buyer environment for a commercial furniture liquidator during crunch time to secure the full asking price.
Automotive Company
Acted as sell-side advisor for an automotive company sold to a private business.
Glass Replacement Business
Acted as sole advisor for a fleet glass replacement business that included real estate.
Specialty Lumber Distributor
Helped buyers understand what drives value in a large specialty lumber distributor: inventory quality, supplier relationships, and the nuances of the industry.
Sporting Goods Distributor
Took a multi-million-dollar sporting goods distribution business to market and through closing.
FedEx Linehaul Contractor
Coordinated contract approvals and transfer requirements to keep a FedEx linehaul sale on track through closing.
Machine Shop
Presented a multi-million-dollar machine shop on the strength of its experienced team, well-maintained equipment, and history of reinvestment.
*All final sale prices are confidential. Typical client revenue ranges from $1M to $25M; closed transaction amounts range from $1M to $40M+, with an average transaction size of approximately $6.1M.
Testimonials
Hear From MBNFC’s Clients
“We had the sales numbers, the technology, the uniqueness… but we just didn’t have the financials in order. [MBNFC] was perfect at filling that gap.”
– Seller; Cybersecurity CEO & Co-Founder
Buyer Opportunities
Featured: Current Vetted Acquisition Targets
New
Multi-Location Car Wash Portfolio
Listing ID
1108-19672
Location
Louisville, KY & Southern Indiana
$900,000
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New
Profitable Commercial Roof Repair, Seller Financing
Listing ID
1108-19174
Location
Greater Metro Atlanta
$600,000
More Info →Affiliations & Credentials
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Transition Your Success Into a Seamless Transaction
Discover and capitalize on market opportunities to secure your exit or acquisition.