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Are you teachable? Are you a good listener? Most Lake Country Advisor Team Members have been business owners, sales professionals, or have come from transaction-oriented industries. They’ve had sales, management or finance experience and are known to be flexible, determined, and have a good sense of humor.
Consultants/Business Brokers Wanted – No Experience Needed.
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We provide in-depth training and mentoring in our unique team approach. You will be required to pass the Wisconsin Real Estate exam to get licensed.
What is involved to Succeed?
The primary role of a business broker is to assist owners in selling their business when it’s time for their exit strategy.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Obtain clients through networking, direct marketing, social media, cold calls, and other forms of contact.
EVALUATION
Appraise businesses to determine an accurate market value using financial data and industry.
MARKETING
Once an engagement agreement is signed, brokers and the office will work on the presentation of the business and marketing strategies.
SCREENING
Develop and work with prospective leads for the firm’s business engagements.
TRANSACTION MANAGEMENT
Work with sellers to secure a favorable price, as well as working with, buyers, bankers, accountants, attorneys, and others in the negotiation process to ensure a successful completion of the process.
Number of Business Transactions is Growing Due to the Following:
- Aging Business owners – There are numerous baby boomers who need to sell their businesses due to retirement.
- Buyer Demand – High demand from individual buyers who want to “be their own boss” and own a business.
- Strategic Growth – Companies looking to acquire other companies as a part of their growth strategy.
Lifelong Career Opportunity that Offers Flexible Hours and Lifestyle
Our Team
For your security, all members of our staff are licensed.
Timothy Bullard
CEO
CEO, Tim Bullard, has been the Global M & A asset divestiture of one of America’s oldest global trading… Read More
Mark Smith
BOARD MEMBER
Mark has spent the last thirty years of his career in small business. His first venture was to take a small,… Read More
Joe Braier
PRESIDENT
Joe is a seasoned M&A Advisor and current shareholder at Lake Country Advisors. He also has the CVA certi… Read More
Andrew Schmelzer
SHAREHOLDER
Andy brings over 20 years of marketing, branding and sales experience both nationally and internationally to… Read More
Larry Heck
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
As an experienced M&A Advisor and Exit Strategy Planning Advisor, with over 26 years of being an owner in… Read More
Michael Szmanda
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Michael joined our team in 2010 and has been a top producer throughout his tenure (most recently, he was recognized… Read More
Tree Peterson
MARKETING & ADMIN ASSISTANT
Theresa, who goes by Tree, comes from an IT/Web Company where she worked with clients to provide monthly report… Read More
Destiny Wallen
CLIENT SERVICES COORDINATOR
Destiny comes to Lake Country Advisors. as a licensed support Agent and Client Services Coordinator…. Read More
Steven Aubrey
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Steve’s business experience is remarkable in both its depth and diversity. His professional career has… Read More
Spencer Thomason
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Spencer spent 35 years as a business owner and during that period bought and sold several related businesses… Read More
Scott Gray
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Scott Gray is an accountant and former real estate agent with a propensity for helping business owners simplif… Read More
Mark Patrick
VP CLIENT SERVICES
Mark comes to Lake Country Advisors with more than 35 years of experience in manufacturing… Read More
Steve Dykstra
VP CLIENT SERVICES
Steve Dykstra brings a wealth of experience in business consulting, sales, technology, finance and real estate… Read More
James Wendorff
VP CLIENT SERVICES
James is an experienced finance and operations professional with over 12 James has a triple major in accountin… Read More
Corinne Fales
M&A CONSULTANT
With over 11 years of distinguished experience as a top-producing broker in both commercial and residential real estate, … Read More
Ken Klein
VP CLIENT SERVICES
With a 37-year track record in medical equipment and device sales for Fortune 500 companies, Ken Klein brings a unique blend of industry expertise … Read More
Matt Wiedenhoeft
VP CLIENT SERVICES
Matt brings 20 years of business leadership experience, specializing in managing large product portfolios within the consumer goods… Read More
Scott Ryan
VP CLIENT SERVICES
Scott has primarily focused on the financing needs of capital-intensive business across the United States … Read More
Nathan Hayes
VP CLIENT SERVICES
Nathan has a solid foundation in real estate and sales, bringing valuable experience in managing rental properties… Read More
Our Team
For your security, all members of our staff are licensed.
Timothy Bullard
CEO
CEO, Tim Bullard, has been the Global M & A asset divestiture of one of America’s oldest global trading…
Timothy Bullard
PRESIDENT, CEO
CEO, Tim Bullard, has been the Global M & A asset divestiture of one of America’s oldest global trading firms with clients such as Microsoft, Mercedes, Disney, Valvoline, Avon, K-Mart, 3M and Ameritech. Tim is also credited as the Founder of CRCA, a corporation with 100+ million dollars in annual sales out of Chicago, IL. He has started a total of eleven businesses to date and has retired twice only to open a VR franchise in Wisconsin for the sole purpose of providing what he couldn’t find when he moved to Wisconsin “… a business broker that knew what they were doing and could provide the service I would expect when I was trying to buy a business…” He has been written up in the Chicago Tribune multiple times, Nation’s Business magazine, and The St. Petersburg Times, just to name a few.
Mark Smith
BOARD MEMBER
Mark has spent the last thirty years of his career in small business. His first venture was to take a small,…
Mark Smith
BOARD MEMBER
Mark has spent the last thirty years of his career in small business. His first venture was to take a small, family-owned, contracting business and grow it into a thirty-plus employee company with three divisions. After selling the company in 2002, he joined a metropolitan Milwaukee commercial real estate firm where he quickly became one of the company’s top producing brokers. His experience as a successful business owner combined with his knowledge of the commercial real estate market will benefit anyone who wants to buy or sell a business.
Joe Braier
PRESIDENT
Joe is a seasoned M&A Advisor and current shareholder at Lake Country Advisors. He also has the CVA certi…
Joe Braier
SHAREHOLDER
Joe is a seasoned M&A Advisor and current shareholder at Lake Country Advisors. He also has the CVA certification for business appraisals. He has won a number of awards as a top M&A Advisor each year dating back to 2011. Since joining the Lake Country Advisors team back in 2009, Joe has worked with business owners in all industries, but has a primary focus in the manufacturing, distribution, technology, and medical industries. Joe has a passion for athletics and volunteers as a coach in the Pewaukee Youth Sports programs. He lives in Pewaukee, WI but provides services for buyers and sellers throughout the Midwest.
Andrew Schmelzer
SHAREHOLDER
Andy brings over 20 years of marketing, branding and sales experience both nationally and internationally to…
Andrew Schmelzer
SHAREHOLDER
Andy brings over 20 years of marketing, branding and sales experience both nationally and internationally to the Lake Country Advisors. team. With an MBA from Edgewood College, experience negotiating intellectual property and licensing coupled with his depth in business management experience, Andy is a great asset to our team. Andy’s extensive marketing and management consulting experience drives his success in business sales, and mergers & acquisitions.
Larry Heck
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
As an experienced M&A Advisor and Exit Strategy Planning Advisor, with over 26 years of being an owner in…
Larry Heck
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
As an experienced M&A Advisor and Exit Strategy Planning Advisor, with over 26 years of being an owner in different businesses, Larry relates very well with entrepreneurs and business owners as he works closely with clients to guide them through each step of their selling or buying process. Larry’s business owner experience in personally running and then selling his businesses give him special insight and understanding of clients’ needs which ensures a smooth, successful, and timely transaction.
As founder and President of a business for 12 years in the sports/golf services industry and co-owner and Vice President of a business in the food industry for 15 years prior to that, he has built a commitment to client-oriented service and high standards of professionalism, honesty, and integrity.
As Vice President, Larry utilizes creativity and out-of-the-box solutions along with the proven VR-Lake Country Advisors systems to deliver needs to clients engaged in industries such as manufacturing, distribution, engineering, professional services, sports, investments, and more. Many business owners are either overwhelmed with the thought of exiting or are so busy fighting daily business fires that they think they cannot plan their exits. Larry can help with this most important lifelong financial transaction.
Michael Szmanda
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Michael joined VR in 2010 and has been a top producer throughout his tenure (most recently, he was recognized…
Michael Szmanda
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Michael joined VR in 2010 and has been a top producer throughout his tenure (most recently, he was recognized as a Top 10 Broker for all of the VR Global Network – 2013). He has extensive experience in sales, finance, negotiations and creative deal making. Born and raised in Southeastern Wisconsin, he has earned success with smaller local firms as well as Fortune 500 companies. Michael has consistently been recognized as a top performer by national and international companies such as Sprint Corporation, National City Bank and Merrill Lynch. His vast and diverse experience coupled with creative problem solving make him an asset to both this firm, and his clients.
Tree Peterson
MARKETING & ADMIN ASSISTANT
Theresa, who goes by Tree, comes from an IT/Web Company where she worked with clients to provide monthly report…
Tree Peterson
MARKETING & ADMIN ASSISTANT
Theresa, who goes by Tree, comes from an IT/Web Company where she worked with clients to provide monthly reporting on search engine optimization and statistical reporting. She also performed periodic maintenance on the websites including file uploads and site changes and/or additions. Her past experience also includes search engine optimization and marketing on the sites as well as administrative support in the office. Tree’s role at VR Lake Country Advisors makes use of her past internet experience as well as her attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
Destiny Wallen
CLIENT SERVICES COORDINATOR
Destiny comes to Lake Country Advisors. as a licensed support Agent and Client Services Coordinator….
Destiny Wallen
CLIENT SERVICES COORDINATOR
Destiny comes to Lake Country Advisors. as a licensed support Agent and Client Services Coordinator. She has extensive experience in restaurant management including employee relations, inventory management, product quality control, and customer service. With a Bachelor’s in Business Management from Maranatha Baptist University, Destiny brings great customer service and organizational skills to the Lake Country Advisors. team in an effort to support the success of the business transactions.
Sue Bullard
CORPORATE COMPLIANCE
Bio Coming Soon…
Sue Bullard
CORPORATE COMPLIANCE
Bio Coming Soon…
Steven Aubrey
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Steve’s business experience is remarkable in both its depth and diversity. His professional career has…
Steven Aubrey
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Steve’s business experience is remarkable in both its depth and diversity. His professional career has spanned over 30 years across many businesses and industries in energy, wood, paper, electronics, automotive, recycling, and transportation. Prior to joining Lake Country Advisors, Steve was an Executive VP for nearly a decade at a $120MM revenue corporation. He brings with him a wealth of business relationships and deal making expertise. Steve’s experience as a corporate VP, business owner, and practiced negotiator are some of his exceptional attributes that can be leveraged in maximizing the value of your business. Steve is an University of WI -Stout alumni and currently resides in beautiful Central Wisconsin.
Spencer Thomason
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Spencer spent 35 years as a business owner and during that period bought and sold several related businesses…
Spencer Thomason
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Spencer spent 35 years as a business owner and during that period bought and sold several related businesses before selling his company in 2008. He has spent many years in communications, data networking engineering and OEM sales. Spencer has also spent time as a consultant before starting a sales organization for 6 years. After consulting for private businesses, he has decided to join the team at VR Lake Country Advisors.
Scott Gray
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Scott Gray is an accountant and former real estate agent with a propensity for helping business owners simplif…
Scott Gray
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Scott Gray is an accountant and former real estate agent with a propensity for helping business owners simplify numbers and processes to achieve results. An approach that positively influences his role as a business broker with VR Lake Country Advisors.
Scott leverages a service-focused approach and creative problem-solving to create a seamless experience for buyers and sellers; from uncovering the right opportunities to vendor management to effective start-to-finish execution.
Steve Dykstra
VP CLIENT SERVICES
Steve Dykstra brings a wealth of experience in business consulting, sales, technology, finance and real estate…
Scott Gray
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Scott Gray is an accountant and former real estate agent with a propensity for helping business owners simplify numbers and processes to achieve results. An approach that positively influences his role as a business broker with VR Lake Country Advisors.
Scott leverages a service-focused approach and creative problem-solving to create a seamless experience for buyers and sellers; from uncovering the right opportunities to vendor management to effective start-to-finish execution.
James Wandorff
VP CLIENT SERVICES
James is an experienced finance and operations professional with over 12 James has a triple major in accountin…
James Wandorff
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
James is an experienced finance and operations professional with over 12 James has a triple major in accounting, marketing, and business administration as well as an MBA in finance.
His business and educational experience put him in a unique place to envision the needs of his clients and bring that to life in several ways – from budgeting to forecasting, marketing to operations. James experience provides valuable insight into the process and complexities of the negotiations required to successfully complete a business transaction; focusing on the client’s value drivers which is the key to maximizing the owners cash from the sale of their business.
Mark Patrick
VP CLIENT SERVICES
Mark comes to Lake Country Advisors with more than 35 years of experience…
Mark Patrick
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Mark comes to Lake Country Advisors with more than 35 years of experience in manufacturing. From apprentice, to CAD designer, project manager/supervisor for 12 years, then business owner for just over 15 years.
Mark will add a vast knowledge of a large variety of manufacturing processes, as well as an understanding of the issues and challenges facing manufacturers and business owners.
With the knowledge that many business owners spend little time preparing for exit, and as a past client of LCA, Mark would like to help others achieve their goals for retirement/exit and transfer of their business to qualified buyers, as LCA did for him.
Ken Klein
VP CLIENT SERVICES
With a 37-year track record in medical equipment and device sales for Fortune 500 companies, Ken brings a unique blend of…
Ken Klein
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
With a 37-year track record in medical equipment and device sales for Fortune 500 companies, Ken Klein brings a unique blend of industry expertise and entrepreneurial acumen to Lake Country Advisors. His practical, no-nonsense approach has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor, capable of navigating complex business deals.
Why Choose Ken?
- Deep Industry Knowledge: Ken’s extensive experience in the medical device industry provides him with a deep understanding of the nuances of various businesses.
- Entrepreneurial Mindset: Having come from a family of entrepreneurs, Ken understands the challenges and rewards of business ownership.
- Strong Mechanical Aptitude: His ability to grasp technical details makes him well-suited to evaluate businesses across industries.
- Client-Centric Approach: Ken is dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals and ensuring a smooth and successful transaction.
Need M&A Advice?
If you’re considering selling your business or need guidance on a merger or acquisition, Ken is ready to assist. Contact Lake Country Advisors today to schedule a consultation.
Corinne Fales
VP CLIENT SERVICES
With over 11 years of distinguished experience as a top-producing broker in both commercial and residential real estate…
Corinne Fales
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
With over 11 years of distinguished experience as a top-producing broker in both commercial and residential real estate, Corinne brings unparalleled expertise and a client-focused approach to our firm.
A Proven Leader in Real Estate
Corinne’s career has been marked by excellence and innovation. She has earned national and local accolades for her achievements, consistently delivering exceptional results across diverse real estate markets. Her in-depth knowledge and strategic acumen have made her a trusted advisor and a standout leader in her field.
Bridging Expertise with Modern Connectivity
In addition to her real estate prowess, Corinne is adept at connecting with younger generations through technology and social media. She embraces the latest digital tools and platforms to enhance client engagement and streamline transaction processes. Her ability to leverage these modern channels ensures that she stays ahead of industry trends and effectively communicates with a tech-savvy audience.
A Fresh Perspective on M&A
With tenacity and eagerness to apply her real estate background and contemporary insights to drive success, she is an excellent candidate to coach you through the sale or purchase of your business. Her commitment to client satisfaction, combined with her proficiency in digital engagement, positions her to deliver innovative solutions and achieve outstanding results for our clients.
Matt Wiedenhoeft
VP CLIENT SERVICES
Matt brings 20 years of business leadership experience, specializing in managing large product portfolios…
Matt Wiedenhoeft
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Matt brings 20 years of business leadership experience, specializing in managing large product portfolios within the consumer goods industry. His extensive career spans various critical roles, including portfolio management, commercial operations, sales/marketing, and supply chain management. With a proven track record of driving market growth, optimizing supply chains, and increasing market share, Matt leverages innovative sales and marketing strategies to deliver exceptional results.
Matt’s unique combination of business experience and entrepreneurial passion enables him to offer a wide range of valuable services to his clients. His approach is built on a foundation of strong business financial acumen, effective marketing techniques, and creative deal structuring, ensuring that he can navigate even the most intricate transactions with confidence and expertise.
Dedicated to fostering long-term relationships, Matt prioritizes open communication and trust with his clients, guiding them through every step of the M&A process. Whether you are looking to buy, sell, or merge your business, Matt is committed to helping you achieve your strategic goals and maximize value.
Scott Ryan
VP CLIENT SERVICES
Scott has primarily focused on the financing needs of capital-intensive businesses across the United States…
Scott Ryan
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Scott has primarily focused on the financing needs of capital-intensive businesses across the United States from his base in Milwaukee, WI since the 1990’s.
Before transitioning to M&A in 2007, Scott structured sophisticated Tax and Balance Sheet optimizing equipment finance and leasing transactions for companies of all sizes, from a Wisconsin commercial bank.
Most recently, Scott led and had P&L responsibility for the Equipment Finance & Leasing division of a $6 Billion commercial bank, before moving back to M&A in 2018.
Scott earned the Certified M&A Advisor (CM&AA) designation in 2020 and holds a Finance degree from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee.
If you’re ready to enjoy the fruits of your life’s work while chaperoning your company into a thriving future, our team at Lake Country Advisors is ready to make it happen. Scott’s mobile #414.517.1025
Nathan Hayes
VP CLIENT SERVICES
Nathan has a solid foundation in real estate and sales, bringing valuable experience in managing rental properties…
Nathan Hayes
VP OF CLIENT SERVICES
Nathan has a solid foundation in real estate and sales, bringing valuable experience in managing rental properties and flipping homes.
His keen attention to detail and ability to recognize and address issues as they arise have honed his problem-solving skills, allowing him to thrive under pressure.
With his strong drive for success and a desire to leverage his real estate expertise, Nathan is an excellent candidate to guide you through the complexities of buying or selling your business.