Arizona Business Broker – Merle D. Makings, PLLC
Merle Makings is an experienced,
licensed business broker in
Arizona.
After moving to the “Valley of the
Sun” as a child with his family in
1962, Merle attended Pima
Elementary School, Scottsdale
High School, and Northern
Arizona University.
Merle has been actively involved
in the Arizona Business scene for
over 30 years. As a business
owner and working for private
companies, Merle brings a wealth
of experience to benefit both
business sellers and buyers. His past business successes include
ownership and senior level positions in the sports and hospitality
sectors with an emphasis on sales, marketing and management.
With a passion for Arizona business sales, Merle brings a “get it done”
attitude coupled with an excellent track record and continued
commitment to customer service.
Merle specializes in the sale of Arizona businesses with market values
between $1,000,000 and $25,000,000+, representing both sellers and
buyers depending on the transaction.
Merle has represented sellers and buyers of small businesses and mid-
market companies including, manufacturing, distribution, staffing,
trucking, hydraulic equipment distribution and repair, auto-aftercare,
IT, security, internet, and service businesses, to name a few.
Buying or selling a business is a serious decision. Merle prides himself
on being prepared and preparing his clients. There is no detail too
small and Merle delegates no tasks, giving his personal attention to
every detail of a transaction from beginning to close of escrow.
Merle has been happily married for over 30 years to Elizabeth, a former
professional golfer now a botanist for the ASU School of Life Sciences.
They actively support Greyhound Pets of Arizona, rescuing their first
greyhound “Queenie” in 2008, www.gpa-az.com.
Merle and Liz enjoy outdoor activities including fishing, hiking, an
occasional round of golf and of course, botanizing.
Please browse the site — there are specific sections for business sellers
and business buyers. I look forward to answering any questions you
might have and to meeting you in person to discuss the details of
buying or selling a business in Arizona.
Thank you for stopping by!
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