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With hundreds of Sunbelt offices throughout the world, our reach is global, but our real strength comes from knowing local markets here in Vancouver.
With representation in major markets throughout British Columbia, from Vancouver to the Okanagan, we represent businesses of all sizes and types to bring buyers and sellers together in a confidential environment. Your Sunbelt Pacific broker is an experienced, highly trained and certified intermediary who will manage the negotiations, keeping your interests in the forefront whether representing you as a buyer, or a seller, until an acceptable deal is agreed upon and closing legalities are finalized. From start to finish, Sunbelt will professionally and ethically manage the process to ensure your goals are achieved.
Every one of our Sunbelt Pacific brokers is a fully trained and certified professional who brings the highest levels of:
1. Knowledge and Experience
2. Confidentiality
3. Marketing Expertise
4. Understanding of Business
5. Expert Negotiating Skills
6. Industry Market Specialization
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Pino Bacinello is President and founder of Sunbelt Business Brokers Pacific, Pacific Mergers & Acquisitions and is a Certified Business Intermediary under the International Business Brokers Association.
Business startups and operations is not new territory for Pino having owned several businesses both in Canada and in South Africa. Each business was entirely different from the previous, with a whole new learning curve.
Over the past 30 years he has garnered much knowledge and expertise in buying, selling, developing and restructuring of businesses, including all financial requirements.
Through his own experiences, Mr. Bacinello recognizes that the process of buying or selling a business is a major undertaking. There is a lot at stake and must be done right the first time. The alternative consequences can be substantial.
His vision for the creation of Sunbelt Pacific is to provide a highly confidential and professional environment that allows he and his associates to make the best use of their collective experience and specialized knowledge in helping others who are looking to buy or sell a business.
Pino Lives in Vancouver and is a member of the International Business Brokers Association, M&A Source, a founding member of the Association of Canadian Business Intermediaries, a member of the National Equipment and Business Brokers Institute, the Association for Corporate Growth, the BBB of BC, the WRSS Chamber of Commerce, Surrey Board of Trade, Langley Chamber of Commerce and the Vancouver Board of Trade. He has served on the board of various not for profit organizations including Peace Arch Community Service is a founding member and past President of the Semiamoo Peninsula Marine Rescue Society as well as the founder and past Unit leader of the Current Crescent Beach Coast Guard Auxiliary unit 5. Pino is a licensed BC realtor under the Province of British Columbia. |
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Jacquie Brownridge is the Managing Broker of Sunbelt Business Brokers Pacific bringing with her an extensive background in all facets of real estate, specializing in ICI real estate development. Her educational background includes a degree in Psychology, Marketing and ICI diploma. (Industrial, Commercial, Investment)
As an entrepreneur herself, Jacquie understands the needs of her clients and her number one priority is building lasting partnerships/strategic alliances acquired through sound management and best practices.
After hours Jacquie has many passions including family, dance, skiing, horseback riding, kayaking, boating and playing piano. Strong interest in community and education including serving as long -term volunteer at Harborlights Homeless Shelter, Kwantlen First Nations and BC Games for People with Disabilities. Jacquie is proud to be a graduate of the 2004/2005 cohort of Leadership Vancouver. |
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Bob's trademark has to be "experience." He has held senior management positions in government, corporate and private business throughout Canada and much of the world. He has also owned and operated numerous independent businesses, ranging from startup/home based ventures to being an Operator Partner for a major international construction company. He has lived in almost every region of Canada and has worked and lived throughout the USA, and internationally (including Kazakstan/Russia and Angola, West Africa).
While working 15+ years in the oil and gas industry he was responsible for multi-million dollar projects, budgets and people. Although he has a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Manitoba, Bob is one of those people that can work behind a desk or a shovel with the same intensity and passion. He has always believed that the biggest key to working with others is the need to develop trust and a sense of credibility.
Through the recent process of listing and selling his latest personal business venture in the Okanagan/Interior of BC, Bob came to the conclusion that the small business owner, or prospective entrepreneur/buyer, was not be receiving the best value for their dollar from the local business brokerage industry. It seemed that most, if not all, of the industry, was focused on and experienced in real estate only. Having started, built, and sold a number of his own businesses, Bob recognized that buying and selling of a business required an entirely different set of skills and values than those required to sell a house. After an intensive investigation of the business brokerage industry, his clear choice was Sunbelt Business Brokers.
Bob lives in the Okanagan. He is extremely passionate about the entire region of Interior BC and truly believes that there is nothing but upside for the future economic and business climate of this area. Sunbelt is delighted to have Bob on their team of professional Brokers and will represent the Sunbelt organization and values for the Interior region. Bob is a licensed BC Realtor and a member of the International Business Brokers Association. |
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Focus for Tim Grant is business development and acquisition with manufacturers in the building & consumer product sectors with a specific focus on developing export markets for environmentally conscious producers. As a Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) with a leading customs broker, Tim facilitated over 14,000 trans-border shipments for Canadian firms in a Team Leader capacity. In addition to customs clearance, he facilitated Customs Self Assessment (CSA), C-TPAT & PIP preparation, cartage & international transportation, and freight deconsolidation. As a business broker, his resources have expanded to include exposure of local manufacturers to federal & provincial foreign market departments as DFAIT, EDC, WEDC, CME, and the SBFC--encouraging local firms to expand their trade presence to US & overseas markets. 

In the building sector, Tim's experience relates to single-family home renovations (interior & exterior) as well as low-rise/high-rise renovations. With a practical knowledge building materials usage and planning, his efforts as a business broker are to encourage EcoBroker progress of local consumer & building product manufacturers, while exploring foreign market opportunities.
Tim holds a BC Real Estate License and is a member of the International Business Brokers Association. You can also visit his website at http://timgrant.ca/ or the Corporate Advancement Network at http://timgrant.wordpress.com/ |
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A native of the UK, Ian arrived in Vancouver in 1988 and immediately became involved in the dynamic Canadian business world. While living in Canada, Ian has gained over 20 years experience working in electronics distribution, and supporting small to medium business enterprises. During this time Ian worked in all facets of a multi-million dollar company taking on roles from operations and product flow management to sales, marketing and senior management. Through his experience, along with his designation of VP Sales and Marketing, Ian worked with teams covering three continents around the world and was instrumental in the sale of a major division of this business. As a result, Ian fully understands the process and attention to detail needed to successfully complete a business sale.
Ian has always had a focus on the small to medium business entrepreneur, and learned quickly the importance of value added service and support required for business growth. From Europe to Latin America, it was evident that no matter where you are in the world or whatever your business focus and size, you can never put a price on the value of a key strategic partner. This same philosophy holds true when the time comes for the owner of the business is ready to sell, or a new budding entrepreneur is looking for that new challenge or opportunity. Ian’s background, experience, and empathy toward the business owner, along with his commitment to hard work and professionalism, will ensure he is an ideal partner to assist you in achieving your goals.
During his busy business life Ian completed his Marketing Diploma, holds a Real Estate License and is an active member if IBBA (Independent Business Brokers Association). Outside of Ian’s involvement in the business community in Vancouver, he is also a keen sportsman enjoying skiing, golf and soccer along with a passion for the outdoors, and all this country has to offer.
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Christopher Juras has an international business background. Focused mainly on finance and technology, he has worked in London, Vancouver, throughout North America and Europe. His expertise lies in working with start-ups to medium sized businesses. Over the past 25 years Christopher has been involved with a variety and diversity of domestic and international projects, as both a principal and in an advisory capacity. Most recently he was the Managing Director of his own European financial services company based in the Baltic States and in Russia. Prior to this he ran his own Financial Public Relations Consulting business in Canada, which focused on raising venture capital for client companies in the technology sector. In this role he worked closely with many successful entrepreneurial owners in best presenting their companies to the investment community across Canada.
Originally from the UK, Christopher moved to Vancouver in 1987. His first career choice was to work in the Research Department of a brokerage firm and here, his energy was focused on meeting with and evaluating numerous BC based businesses in order to establish and report on their investment merits and quality. At the same time, he completed the Canadian Securities Course and became a Registered Stockbroker.
His first-hand experience of owning and managing his own businesses coupled with consulting experience at senior management and Board level, gives Christopher a keen insight into the world of business and management. His knowledge of the diversity of businesses, markets and individuals has equipped Christopher with the talent and disposition to help others who are looking to buy or sell a business and assist in their succession planning. Christopher completed both his undergraduate studies (Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Government) and post-graduate studies (Diploma in Business Information Technology) in England. Christopher is also the Honorary Consul for Lithuania in British Columbia, a position he has held since 1996.
Christopher lives in Vancouver and is a licensed BC Realtor as well as a member of the International Business Brokers Association. |
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Douglas Kavanagh has over twenty years business experience. Doug has been starting and operating his own successful businesses from the age of nineteen.
With a background in hands on businesses from glass manufacturing to fitness facilities, and from a construction company to a logging and shipping company in South America, Doug understands that today's entrepreneur and business owner may transition through several business interests over a lifetime.
His first hand experience of owning his own businesses and managing many employees gives him much insight into what is involved in buying, selling, and counseling individuals in these processes.
Originally from Ontario, Doug has lived in Beautiful British Columbia for thirty years. He holds a Real Estate license, and is a member of the International Business Brokers Association. |
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Chris Manolopoulos, has over 21 years of business experience in the Lower Mainland of B.C. Being self-employed since 1987, he has operated a diverse selection of businesses, from hospitality, to the automotive industry, has been involved in property development, commercial real estate transactions, and property management. He has also consulted in business development, planning, and management. From operations employing anywhere between 3 to 50 employees, Chris has owned and managed successfully over the years.
Working through all the facets of a business, from concept, to a viable, sustainable entity. Chris has been able to provide realistic business plans for financing, organizing and implementing construction and/or renovations, source dependable suppliers; and the purchase or lease of equipment. He is proficient in organizing, training and maintaining staff; deciding on a grand openings or soft openings; day-to-day operations of the business; marketing and promotions; and lease negotiations.Through his experience, Chris has found that regardless of the type of business he operated, the foundation and principles of business did not change.
“Business is the fuel that propels your car, what type of car you drive is your choice.”
Chris is a native of BC, living in White Rock and Vancouver, has completed his Canadian Securities Course (CSC), is a member of the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA), and is a licensed realtor.
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Chris Manolopoulos, has over 21 years of business experience in the Lower Mainland of B.C. Being self-employed since 1987, he has operated a diverse selection of businesses, from hospitality, to the automotive industry, has been involved in property development, commercial real estate transactions, and property management. He has also consulted in business development, planning, and management.
From operations employing anywhere between 3 to 50 employees, Chris has owned and managed successfully over the years.
Working through all the facets of a business, from concept, to a viable, sustainable entity. Chris has been able to provide realistic business plans for financing, organizing and implementing construction and/or renovations, source dependable suppliers; and the purchase or lease of equipment. He is proficient in organizing, training and maintaining staff; deciding on a grand openings or soft openings; day-to-day operations of the business; marketing and promotions; and lease negotiations.
Through his experience, Chris has found that regardless of the type of business he operated, the foundation and principles of business did not change.
“Business is the fuel that propels your car, what type of car you drive is your choice.”
Chris is a native of BC, living in White Rock and Vancouver, has completed his Canadian Securities Course (CSC), is a member of the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA), and is a licensed realtor.
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Linda is a dynamic business professional with over twenty years experience as a business owner, consultant, speaker and educator. Her achievements include special recognition for her demonstrated leadership and contribution to numerous businesses and industries worldwide.
As a business consultant, Linda designed and implemented policy and procedure manuals and business plans for small business owners. She also performed computer systems evaluations and provided ongoing support and training to a diverse group of corporate clients. During her tenure with IBM she received special recognition for the research and assembly of a Procedures and Precedent Manual for the legal industry which has been implemented across Canada.
As an educator, Linda has developed and implemented numerous management and employee training programs as well as designed courses for adult job re-entry at both the private and government levels. As a business owner, Linda operated a placement agency providing home health care services to seniors. In addition, while operating her own school, she established educational standards for a combined Home & Resident Care Aide training program in both the private and public education systems. Linda's knowledge, experience and understanding of business at every level, coupled with her business acumen, has well equipped her to develop solutions with her clients that enable them to achieve their goals and attain their desired quality of life.
Linda, a licensed BC Realtor, has a degree in Organizational and Business Management, is a member of the International Business Brokers Association and is working toward her CBI certification. Linda's passion is business and with Sunbelt Business Brokers Pacific Inc., she aspires to high levels of achievement for herself and in partnership with her clients.
Linda also enjoys a very active personal life with her husband and five adult children in addition to her love for golf and travel, all of which contribute to her commitment to maintaining a balanced life. |
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John spent 15 years practicing commercial law before joining Sunbelt. His business law experience included acting for small and medium sized businesses in the fields of forestry, tourism, employment, commercial leasing, real estate transactions, construction and First Nation business.
He is intimately familiar with the challenges faced by businesses today, and through his legal background has honed negotiation skills to help these businesses find practical and progressive solutions. As a former partner and commercial litigator at one of British Columbia's oldest law firms, John understands the workings of business.
In joining the Sunbelt Pacific team John is now able to apply the breadth of his experience to business brokerage clientele, and looks forward to the challenge of finding creative solutions "to get the deal done".
He has particular interests in the tourism and hospitality industry, succession planning for business owners, and resource companies. John is a member of the Law Society of British Columbia and a Director of the Vancouver East Cultural Centre and the International Business Brokers Association. |
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The global village is truly in our own backyard. Ju-Ching Peng brings a unique perspective to Sunbelt Business Brokers Pacific. Receiving both an Eastern and Western education, traveling extensively and having experience in International Trade between China & North America, she is truly a global citizen and has a real understanding of the differences and subtleties between cultures.
With rapid economic growth in Asia, business investment activities between Asia and North America are on the rise; meanwhile, Asian communities in Canada are growing at an incredible rate, creating a culture fusion.
Ju-Ching is excited to bring the Sunbelt Pacific expertise and process to both Vancouver’s Asian community and foreign investors from abroad. She has bachelor degrees in Sociology and Economics from National Taiwan University and has an MBA in Finance from the University of British Columbia.
The Asian and Western business communities often speak a different language. Vancouver’s multinational diversity makes it the perfect place to generate market synergies from both the East & the West. Ju-Ching is creating a dialogue between these two worlds in order to help both Sellers and Buyers achieve their goals. Using a systematic transaction process and comprehensive financial evaluation, Ju-Ching can provide a very high quality of service to business owners in local Asian communities who may want to retire and to those new entrepreneurs who are looking for sustainable business investment opportunities.
Ju-Ching lives in Vancouver, and is a member of the International Business Broker Association. She is a licensed BC realtor under the Province of British Columbia. |
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Prior to joining Sunbelt Pacific, Tim owned and managed businesses at all levels of the consumer goods industry: importing/distributing, manufacturing, sales agency and retail. As an entrepreneur, his commitment to exceptional customer service contributed to his success over the twenty years in business.
During this period, Tim purchased a retail store in 1988, and after years of hard work and growth, was able to sell it in 2002. His positive experience with the process led him to a career in business brokerage. Tim was passionate about his business, and he understands the importance of balancing both the financial and other, intangible considerations in any transfer of ownership.
As a Business Broker, Tim appreciates the needs of business owners wishing to sell and of entrepreneurs hoping to buy. He is committed to facilitating win/win outcomes for his clients and managing the process with creativity and perseverance. Tim enjoys helping others to attain their personal and financial goals through the sale or purchase of a business.
Tim has a B. Comm. (Marketing), holds a BC Real Estate License and is a member of the International Business Brokers Association. |
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Stefan Rechtorik has a business, financial and Information Technology background with 25 years progressive international and domestic experience. Having owned businesses both in Canada and in South Africa and consulting experience at executive levels, he understands business from the first principle.
Throughout his career Stefan has deployed creative business management thinking, innovative transformation approaches and advanced technology to realize substantial improvements in organizational performance. His passion has been in the theory and practice of performance improvement of organizations (Business Process Reengineering, Business Transformations, Business Solutions Development and Change Management), focused in the area of finance in general, and banking in particular.
His collective business experience and specialized knowledge of business performance equipped Stefan to help others who are looking to buy or sell a business.
Stefan completed his undergraduate studies in Czechoslovakia (Diploma in Electrical Engineering) and graduate studies in South Africa. He holds B. Comm. and M.Sc. degrees. He also completed banking exams. He has delivered presentations on Mental Model Re-engineering (AIC seminars) and lectured on Business Process Development and Management. Stefan also hold a BC Real Estate Trading Services License and is a member of the International Business Brokers Association. |
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Bill brings extensive finance and operations knowledge, expertise and experience to Sunbelt Pacific. A distinguished career in the banking industry has earned him a reputation for integrity, honesty and delivering results.
He has a solid understanding of the commercial, real estate and trade finance needs of business enterprises. He has owned and operated his own business and counselled many businesses in restructuring, operational and financial matters. Bill understands the complexities of running and managing businesses from small to large enterprises in a variety of industries and coupled with his proven ability to initiate and develop best practice models, Bill is perfectly positioned to help guide buyers and sellers through the process of buying or selling a business and to achieve their objectives.
Bill lives in Burnaby and leads an active lifestyle including passions for golf and running marathons. He is also a Volunteer for Vanoc. and the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver.
Bill sits as an Independent director for a Board of directors for a public company, is a member of the International Business Brokers Association and is a licensed commercial realtor under the Province of British Columbia. |
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