Business Brokers Wellington

Welcome to Barker Business Brokerage, your trusted partner whether you're considering selling a business or embarking on a journey to acquire one. With over 15 years of proven success, we are a multi-award-winning brokerage dedicated to seamlessly connecting business sellers with eager buyers. We know what it takes to make your business sale or purchase a true success! 

Selling a business in Wellington?

We want you to achieve the very best price for your asset. Our goal is to make the sales process as seamless and rewarding as possible. Selling a business involves a number of steps, from precise appraisals to strategic negotiations. Each one is critical in securing the best outcome, and this is where our expertise comes into play.

By adding value at every phase, we set you up for sales success. Across our network, we also have an extensive database of potential buyers that we qualify and connect business owners with. Are you ready to take the next step?

Call us for a confidential chat or to request a business appraisal today.

Give Us a Call Today!    Request a FREE, no-obligation business appraisal

 

Why sell with us?

  • Marketing strategies that work: Designed to highlight your competitive advantage and position your business perfectly to interested buyers.
  • Extensive network: Our buyer network is robust, and we have the resources to reach even more prospective purchasers.
  • Specialist knowledge: Your business will be matched with a Business Broker that understands your unique business landscape. Having in-depth knowledge of your type of business makes them well-qualified to enhance your sales strategy.
  • Seamless transition: A smooth and rewarding sales process from start to finish.

Buying a business in Wellington or the wider region?

As business sales experts, we help you achieve your goals by sharing our expertise. Whether you're a first-time buyer or someone who knows the process well, with our knowledge and insight, we’re here to assist every step of the way. View business for sale in Wellington and surrounding areas.

Our industry experience

Across all business sectors, from small to large sales, we have a proven record of success. General business: manufacturing, wholesale, service, import/export, professional, logistics.

What you can expect as a client

We promise to secure the best possible price for your business, prioritising value over haste. To achieve this, we employ time-tested marketing strategies, leverage the expertise of Barker Business Brokerage with specific industry knowledge, and draw upon years of experience in maximising business value.

A successful sale is dependent on a wide range of factors. We plan every business sale carefully, including:

  • Carefully appraising your business to determine true worth
  • Developing a comprehensive marketing plan
  • Preparing a business information memorandum
  • Presenting your business opportunity to prospective buyers, discreetly
  • Negotiating the business sale
  • Navigating the sale and purchase process

To learn more about the intricacies of business sales, and how a competent business broker can help you, check out selling a business.

Meet William, your Wellington Business Broker

William Scarlett

Phone: 027 510 8000
Email: william.scarlett@barkerbusiness.co.nz

I’m an entrepreneur and experienced business broker. Starting, building, and operating mid-sized businesses has been my career for the past 30 years.

Maybe you’ve heard of Wishbone, an idea I grew into a nationally recognised brand with 25 outlets nationwide, an extensive supermarket/wholesale arm, and a burgeoning online presence. At its peak Wishbone employed over 200 staff with an annual turnover of $20 million.

What Drives My Passion

I’m passionate about all things business and like nothing more than exploring business strategy. In fact I can talk for hours on it, and the prospect of achieving a tangible value-add win for you the vendor is something that I’m very enthusiastic about.

Be fully informed before deciding on your business broker. Call me today on 027 510 8000 to learn more about how I can help sell your business in Wellington.

 

Areas I cover

Wellington,  Taranaki,  Horowhenua,  Hawke's Bay  and Tasman

 

FAQs

Why should I use a business broker?

Using a business broker can be incredibly beneficial. Here’s why:

  • Enhance business value: Brokers often suggest improvements that can increase the value of your small business before a sale.
  • Market insight: They possess greater knowledge of market conditions through comprehensive research, helping you forecast trends and optimise the timing of your sale.

What does a business broker do?

A business broker specialises in assisting with the sale and purchase of businesses. They help secure a favourable price, handle the intricacies of the sales process, and connect you with qualified buyers.

They can also help you save considerable time, and navigate the sale and purchase agreement process, which can be difficult and expensive without a business broker - this is another way we add value.