John Stimets has been the lead intermediary in the Burlington office since 1991. He has managed the sale of businesses in every major industrial category. John's Accounting and Business Management degree from the University of Vermont and his 20 years experience as a commercial lender for Vermont Banks helps him identify critical value drivers for each business represented.

John's former ownership of his own business provides a unique perspective as to the emotional and transfer issues that each client and buyer undergoes. John's expertise in finance, sales, negotiation and management assures his clients of positive results when he is retained to manage the transfer of their business. Additionally, a personal devotion to his clients and a desire to work hard on their behalf leaves the clients knowing that they have retained an industry leader and expert. John is a member of the IBBA (International Business Brokers Association) and has achieved the Certified Business Intermediary designation which is the highest standard within the industry.

Franklin Motch joined CBI in 2006 as a business intermediary. Prior to coming to CBI, Franklin owned several businesses. His sixteen years of experience in all aspects of business management translates into a broad base of practical knowledge to help his clients achieve a successful sale.

Franklin truly enjoys all aspects of business brokerage from helping the seller determine the appropriate value of their business to facilitating a smooth transaction with an appropriate buyer. Drawing on his own experiences as a former business owner, he understands and empathizes with the emotional and practical process that an entrepreneur experiences during the sale of their business.