Leadership & Operations
John brings decades of executive-level relationship management, sales leadership, team development and operational discipline.
Experienced Buyers • Hands-On Operators
Preserving what works. Building what comes next.
We are Dana and John Pope, experienced business professionals seeking to acquire and personally operate an established company with a strong reputation, loyal customers and a talented team.
About Us
Business experience with an owner’s mindset
We understand that selling a business is about much more than a transaction. It is about protecting the company, employees, customers and reputation you have spent years building.
Dana is an entrepreneur and interior designer who has built and operated a profitable design firm. Her experience includes finance, administration, marketing, customer experience, project management and business growth. She also brings experience from a family-owned specialty contracting business and a home furnishings retail company.
John has spent approximately 30 years in executive recruiting, advising companies and placing senior financial leaders. His background includes consultative sales, relationship management, team leadership, operations and working closely with business owners and executives.
Our goal is to honor the seller’s legacy while creating thoughtful, sustainable growth.
What We Bring
Complementary experience for the next chapter
Finance & Growth
Dana brings hands-on experience in financial management, marketing, systems, customer experience and profitable business growth.
Respectful Transition
We value seller involvement during a thoughtful transition and want to preserve the people, culture and customer relationships that make the business successful.
Our Buyer Profile
The kind of business we hope to find
We are open to a range of industries, with a preference for established service-based companies that have a strong team and opportunities for continued growth.
- Established operating history
- Strong customer reputation
- Experienced employees or management
- Recurring or repeat revenue preferred
- Revenue generally between $1M and $5M
- Seller transition support welcomed
- Healthy cash flow
- Clear growth opportunities
Our Process
A straightforward path from introduction to transition
1
Introduction
We learn about the business, the seller’s goals and what matters most in a transition.
2
Initial Review
We review the company’s operations, financial profile, team and long-term fit.
3
Offer
We present a clear, thoughtful proposal designed around the business and seller’s priorities.
4
Due Diligence
We work efficiently with lenders and advisors to verify information and keep momentum.
5
Transition
We partner with the seller and team to support continuity, trust and a successful handoff.
Why Sellers Choose Us
We care about more than the numbers
We know that many owners want confidence that their employees will be respected, their customers will continue to receive excellent service and their company will remain in capable hands.
Our intention is to become active owners, work closely with the existing team and build on the foundation already in place. We are flexible, practical and committed to communicating honestly throughout the process.
Let’s start with a conversation
If you are considering selling your business—or represent an owner who may be a fit—we would appreciate the opportunity to learn more.
Contact Dana & John