Jeff Hanson Business Broker

From International Business Development to M&A

Jeff Hanson’s career began in international business development, where he worked on projects across more than 25 countries and developed a close working knowledge of global supply chains and cross-border logistics. That work sharpened his ability to communicate clearly with people from very different business cultures — a skill that carried directly into brokerage once he made the move.

Learning the Business From the Inside

Jeff’s path into M&A wasn’t planned from the start. It was only after he sold his own business that he recognized how much his hands-on, inside view of a company could help other owners going through the same process. As a broker, he still approaches each engagement that way — learning a seller’s business in detail rather than working from the outside in, and treating himself as part of the team working toward the best outcome for both sellers and buyers.

A Communication-First Approach

Jeff places a premium on making sure clients understand exactly where a transaction stands at every stage. He sees that transparency as the difference between a seller who trusts the process and one who is left guessing, and builds his communication style around keeping everyone aligned on the same goal from listing through close.

Family First

Jeff and his wife have three children, and he spends much of his free time outdoors with them, from exploring nearby trails to family sports.

Working With Jeff

Read more about ValleyBiggs’ sell-side advisory services and our business valuation process, see what it takes to sell a business with ValleyBiggs, or reach out to start the conversation with Jeff.