Ryan Cave

About Ryan Cave

Ryan Cave is a Florida-based business broker and M&A advisor focused on lower middle market businesses in the $2M to $15M enterprise value range. As President of Sunbelt Business Brokers of South Florida, he leads confidential sell-side processes targeting strategic acquirers, private equity platforms, and independent sponsors. He has advised on transactions representing over $500M in closed volume. Ryan holds the CBI, CM & AP, and M & AMI designations, earned his MBA from the University of Florida, and serves as Chairman of the Business Brokers of Florida.Recent transactions include a $9.5M painting contractor sale to a strategic buyer,$6.5M insurance agency to an independent sponsor,$5.3M franchise resale,$5M fencing contractor, and $2.9M medspa.

Experience

1. President

   Sunbelt Mergers & Acquisitions

   Dec 2005 — Present · West Palm Beach, FL, US

   We help business owners sell companies valued between $2M and $20M with less stress, better decisions, and more money by combining expert valuation, confidential marketing, and steady deal execution backed by over $500M in closed transactions.Selling your business can feel personal, risky, and uncertain. We bring experience, composure, and clear strategy to help you make smart decisions and walk away proud.Our process:1. Confidential discussions We’ll listen, ask smart questions, and help you understand your options without pressure.2. Clear valuation and go-to-market planWe’ll show you what your business is worth, how buyers will see it, and how we’ll position it for maximum value.3. Sell with confidenceWe’ll guide you through every step of the sale quietly, strategically, and with your best interest in mind.

Education

• University of Florida

  Master of Health Administration (MHA)

• University of Florida - Warrington College of Business

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• University of Florida - Warrington College of Business

  Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management