Our Team


John I. Squadrito
John Squadrito has been an entrepreneur since 1956. He has successfully owned and operated several companies in different industries: Retail 12 yrs. – Several Restaurants & Lounge’s 10 yrs. – Manufacturing of electronic games & Operator of Vending Machines Business 20 yrs. – Mortgage & Loan Company 10 yrs. – originating processing underwriting business loans for Small Business Administration and also underwriting Mortgages for Citibank, and First National Bank. During that time he has been associated with Buyers Sellers Business Exchange assisting people Buying and Selling Businesses. John Squadrito is the Broker and Owner of Apex Business Brokers, Inc.

 


Don Dillon

A broker-associate with Apex Business Brokers, Inc., a transaction brokers agency.

Mr. Dillon is a Broker/Associate with 15 years experience. He is a member of the million dollar annual sales club. He has sold various types of commercial properties and businesses, in addition to his extensive experience; he is also a licensed Real Estate Instructor, and a licensed Mortgage Broker.
Don Dillon has taught Real Estate for the last 9 years and 8 with Gold Coast School of Real Estate, the State of Florida's largest private real estate school.
Mr. Dillon's real estate background includes over 10 years in residential real estate with companies of: Gerald H. Grant, Inc., as a sales associate, and Manager of Gimblestob Realty Better Homes and Gardens, North Palm Beach office. Don and his Father opened and operated North Palm Beach Financial Services, Inc. a licensed Mortgage Brokerage Business for several years.
If you want an aggressive Broker working for you, who can get the financing for the purchaser, or aggressively market your business for sale please, call Don Dillon today.

Mr. Dillon specializes in the following business fields: Branded gas stations, industrial and light manufacturing facilities and distribution & wholesale, restaurants, retail, and problem solving hard to sell businesses.

 

Tim Timoteo
"The Restaurant Guy"

Mr. Timoteo is known as The Restaurant Guy. He is a licensed Real Estate Broker and specializes in restaurants and has over 30 year's of experience in the restaurant business. He has built several chains during
 his career and is very much in tune with the restaurant climate of South Florida. Tim has served as a Board Member of the Florida Restaurant Association and a Board Member of The Palm Beach County Chapter of the
 Florida Restaurant Association. Tim was also a member of the Marketing Executives Group of the National Restaurant Association.
 
Whether your buying or selling, I will use my creativity, vision and experience to help you achieve your goals and dreams.



 

 

 
Victoria Wagenblast

Victoria Wagenblast recently joined Apex Business Brokers. She acquired her Florida Real Estate license in 2002. A graduate of CW Post College in Long Island, New York, she holds a BA in Management and Marketing. She brings years of knowledge and experience to the table from the commercial equipment finance industry.
Victoria is an active business professional interested in finding you the right business to purchase and/or list your business for sale. She offers outstanding customer service and an array of value-added services to help assist you in meeting your goals. The "Smart Choice" for purchasing or selling a business is using Victoria Wagenblast.

In addition to the office phone number, Victoria can also be reached at 561-222-0499 or email:
glitzzy3@aol.com.

 


 

 

 Ed Larochelle

 

Ed Larochelle has had extensive corporate sales and small business experience.  Educated as an accountant, Ed has had a successful sales management career in the corporate world responsible for a sales force selling large computers to financial institutions.  Prior to his association with APEX BUSINESS BROKERS, Ed started several businesses that were developed to a profitable level and sold.  This experience provides a real world understanding of the important needs of both the buyer and seller.

Ed has been a full time business broker for 16 years and has extensive experience and special training in all areas of business sales including Mergers and Acquisition (larger business sales). 


 


Bert Lopez

Bert Lopez is a Senior Sales Associate with over 20 years of experience. He has received numerous Multi-Million Dollar Sales Awards since 1997. Before becoming an Associate, Bert owned and operated several successful businesses including a gas station, apartment buildings, payphones, limousines, immigration, burglar alarms and security systems and massage business.

As a professional Business Broker, Bert is experienced in selling all types of business industries. His areas of specialization consist of Convenience Stores, Gas Stations, and Retail Businesses.

Bert is the  Agent for all of your business needs. From finding the right business for a Buyer to getting that quick and smooth sale for a Seller.

Bert is very Confidential in his transactions, and he has an excellent reputation of dealing honestly and fairly with his customers, thus receiving many referrals from satisfied clients.

Bert is also proud to be a member of the reputable Business Brokers of Florida.

 


Fatima M. Grady

Fatima M. Grady is a recognized computer accounting system specialist and licensed real estate agent. For 25 years she has designed and set up computer accounting systems and trained employees at many small and larger-sized businesses. She is an authority on a variety of business accounting system and can help you manage all your accounts easily. Fluent in Spanish, she holds a master's degree in business administration as well as a Bachelor of Arts in international economics. Her goal is to give you the best possible, customer service.
 

 

 


Denise Whiteford

Denise Whiteford is a broker associate with Apex Business Brokers.  She has a BS in Food and Clinical Nutrition Management from the University of North Dakota. She has many years of experience in the food service industry.  She also holds a mortgage brokers license.

When you’re buying a business, Denise is a detail and service oriented individual, who will take the time necessary to find the right business for you.  If selling, she’ll take the time necessary to find the right buyer and provide appropriate service to create a smooth transition to closing.


 

 

 
Kathryn Lundy
Kathryn Lundy, a licensed Florida Real Estate salesperson since 1972, joined Apex Business Brokers in 2007. She completed her Masters Degree in Business Administration at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and did her undergraduate studies at Cornell University where she received a bachelor's degree in mathematics.

Prior to her association with Apex, Kathryn was a software and computer systems specialist for eighteen years at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft with responsibility for contract compliance audits of F100 engine control software and test system software at major subcontractors in Michigan, Indiana, New York and Connecticut. Earlier in her career at Pratt, Kathryn wrote mainframe software for business analysis, pricing, inventory, personnel and payroll applications. At Union Carbide Corporation, Kathryn wrote software for engineering management solutions, and at Columbia University, Kathryn wrote software to resolve experimental data for the cyclotron laboratory.

Recently, Kathryn has acquired expertise in tax preparation at H&R Block, which facilitates her analysis of financial information provided by sellers. Let Kathryn's professional background work for you in your search for the right business.

Email: KathrynLundy@aol.com

 


James B. Sellman
Jim Sellman has been a senior executive since 1956. He was the President and CEO of an Electronics Development Company in the Cellular Industry prior to becoming a Business Broker. Previously, he was a Senior Executive with the Defense Department for 27 years. His duties involved development and deployment of telecommunications systems. Mr. Sellman holds advanced degrees in Engineering and Management. He is a volunteer with SCORE helping entrepreneurs start and grow businesses.

 

 


Denis Berger
Denis is a licensed Real Estate Broker born in NYC but more recently raising his family in Vermont.
 
BS in Accounting & Finance from American University Washington D.C.
 
Financial & Tax Accountant private sector
 
Self-Taught custom furniture designer & Builder
 
Founder & President of custom furniture company with national distribution to companies such as a Neiman Marcus & Macy's
 
Founder & President of "Once a Tree, Inc." a unique concept store specializing in home furnishings & Accessories with eight locations in New England
 
Capitalizing on his accounting & analytical skills structured this entity for a successful transition to begin a new career in business sales, mergers, & acquisitions.
 
As a seasoned entrepreneur with an extensive financial background Denis has now sustained a reputation of excellence by providing unparalleled professional services working closing with his clients.
 
Looking forward to new business relationships he continues to get the job done quickly, professionally, and on the best possible terms bringing buyers & sellers together to enhance value.
 
To further enhance his knowledge in the marketplace Denis is in the process of obtaining a CBI (Certified Business Intermediary) from the IBBA and also a CBA ( Certified Business Appraiser) designation from the IBA.

 

    Michael Phillips 

Michael Phillips is a Senior associate. He was born on the island of Jamaica, immigrated to the U.S. in 1979, was educated at Madison Park High School in Boston.

After graduation, he served eight years in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged.

He began his entrepreneurial career as a mobile detailer of high end vehicles.

In the years that followed, he transitioned into business management and operations management. As operations manager in a large REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust) for a decade he served as part of the acquisition team responsible for the investigation, due diligence and acquisition of numerous properties and other businesses that became a part of the REIT.

Mr. Phillips is uniquely qualified to facilitate the sale or purchase of your business because he has been on both sides and can empathize with the needs of a seller (like privacy and confidentiality) and the buyer (like honesty and clarity).

Allow him to put his skills to work for you and make your buying or selling experience a pleasant one

 

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Wayne Durfee Sells South Florida!

Mr. Durfee has been a licensed Real Estate agent since 1972. He has been a member of the Rhode Island Realtors Association, as well as the Palm Beach Realtors Association owning his own real estate and marketing firms.

His business interests have included George's of Galilee, Barnaby's Landing, Cove Motel, and Durfee's at The Pier, a four star hotel with three restaurants, Goody's Fudge Factory, T-Brians restaurant and a resort clothing boutique. His experiences far exceed these accomplishments and include construction and development of industrial property, warehouses, condominiums and high end speculative homes.

Free Consultation

When you are interested in buying or selling your business, I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your real estate needs. I can assist in obtaining financial funding in the States of Florida, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New Hampshire.

Someone who wants the same things you do  

I want you to be 100% satisfied both with my service and with your property. I will involve myself in your business search as much or as little as you like, and will communicate information to you on a schedule that suits you best. My goal is to make every customer for life, so my job isn't done until you are completely satisfied.

My Commitment to You

In the least amount of time possible, I will get you the best pricing on a business property that is suited to your needs, not just today, but for years to come.

Good communication is the cornerstone of any successful relationship. You can count on me to provide you with the information you need on a schedule and in a manner that suits you best...

I can be contacted via email at durfeewayne@yahoo.com or cell phone at 561-827-0107.

 

 

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