Charleston

John Swanson joined Sunbelt after a 29 year career in various sales and operations management executive level positions. As an owner, executive he has managed a number of start-ups, turn around operations as well as both privately owned and public companies. John's industry experience ranges from hotel, restaurant, retail and healthcare to asset management and real estate businesses. If you are a Seller, John is committed to assisting you by providing a viable exit strategy and making the selling process as easy as possible. If you are a Buyer, John will help to find you the right business that fits your lifestyle and income goals. John can be reached on his cell phone at 843-478-1289, or by email at  john.swanson@sunbeltnetwork.com

  

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Gerry McCord is long time resident of Charelston SC and has been involved in Commercial Real Estate for over 30 years. He brings a great deal of expertise in dealing with landlords, leases and property matters.

Mr. Ed Pendarvis, CBI, is Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Sunbelt Network. He is a 1965 graduate of The Citadel, in Charleston, S.C. He served two years active duty in the United States Army Artillery. Mr. Pendarvis had a successful career in real estate sales and development before joining Sunbelt. Associated with Sunbelt since 1983, he has participated in or managed the sale of over 1,000 businesses. He has been a guest instructor in business brokerage for the Texas, Florida and California Association of Business Brokers, as well as the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA). Mr. Pendarvis is also a Real Estate Broker, a former member of the South Carolina Better Business Bureau Board of Directors and of the IBBA Board of Directors, where he served as membership chairman. Mr. Pendarvis was made a "fellow" in the IBBA, and he was awarded the prestigious Tom West Award in 2006 for his contribution to the IBBA and business brokerage industry. Based on his experiences, Pendarvis wrote a "how to" book, "Buying a Business to Secure Your Financial Freedom", and it was published by McGraw-Hill in 2005. Thousands of copies have been sold to folks interested in owning or selling their own business. Pendarvis also serves on The Citadel School of Business Administration Advisory Board and in 2007 was inducted into The Citadel Business School Hall of Fame. He received the state of South Carolina's highest civilian honor, "The Order of the Palmetto" from Governor James B. Edwards (R) in 1988 for work with the American Legion Palmetto Boys State Program and from Governor Richard W. Riley (D) in 1983 for work with the Board of the Juvenile Correction Institution. Married to the former Elaine Bowen of Charleston, SC. They have five beautiful daughters and six wonderful grandchildren.

R.R. Gus Trantham is a 22 year veteran Business Broker and proven leader. Two qualities hard to find these days, BUT just one phone call away is Gus Trantham @ 630-989-7838 and you will immediately know you have found " A friend in all aspects of buying and selling who will guide you through a smooth transaction"

From small size "mom and pop" business up to a package of 14 conveyour car washes at 22  million $'s Gus has done it all!

"It's a privilege to help so many diverse clients with the sale or purchase of their business."

Gus Trantham     rrt@sunbeltnetwork.com

 

Ken is a professional businessman and business broker. He once owned and operated five radio stations and has been a consultant for many businesses. He has brokered many transactions. His business operational and brokerage experience will help facilitate the purchase or sale of a business.

Peggy Reese, a South Carolina native, brings her vast experiences in real estate, computer software sales and school administrative responsibilities to Sunbelt’s Charleston office as a Broker to help those seeking to buy or sell a business. Peggy currently works as one of AgentOwned Realty Company’s top producers and was in the Arlington, VA office of Long and Foster for more than seven years. Prior to her real estate experience, Peggy was Regional Manager for Follett Software Co. headquartered in Chicago, IL. Peggy also spent more than 18 years as Charleston County’s top media specialist and was responsible for the libraries, computer labs and TV studios in more than 75 schools under the district’s jurisdiction.

Prior to joining Sunbelt, Bobby Reese spent almost four decades in Washington, DC, as a top negotiator for trucking, manufacturing and other consumer businesses before the US Congress, Department of Treasury, the Internal Revenue Service and other key federal agencies. Bobby gained the respect of government officials and his business colleagues as one of the most valued and trusted business representatives in the Nation’s Capitol. Recently, Bobby has been an advisor to a number of local, small business owners in the Charleston metro area. Bobby is also a veteran Army officer and Paratrooper. He brings that same successful intensity and honesty to Sunbelt Business Advisors and is dedicated to helping you fulfill your goals as either a new business owner or a seller who wants to pursue other endeavors.

Cecil is a Senior Broker at Sunbelt with an extensive background in P&L management across a wide range of industries. He can sell your Sports Bar,Service or Distribution,Manufacturing or Technology business. His largest sale has been a $125M international technology company and smallest a $60K rental business. He has a BSEE from the Citadel,MBA from Xavier University and a PMD from Harvard Business School