Business brokers in Tampa, FL

Waddell Mergers & Acquisitions helps Tampa-area owners sell established businesses confidentially and for maximum value—based in Fort Myers, serving Tampa and all of Florida.

Hillsborough County

The Tampa market

Tampa is the economic engine of the Tampa Bay region, with a diverse base of finance and insurance, healthcare, port and logistics, technology, and professional services. Strong job growth and corporate relocations have expanded the buyer pool well beyond local operators to private-equity platforms and national strategics hunting for Tampa Bay acquisitions.

Why local expertise matters

A confidential process, built for Tampa

Selling a business in Tampa takes discretion and a strong buyer network. We run a fully confidential process—screening every buyer and releasing details in stages—so your employees, customers, and competitors don’t find out prematurely. As a Florida M&A firm with statewide reach, we bring the buyers and valuation insight to get Tampa owners the best possible outcome.

Industries we sell here

Tampa businesses we represent

  • HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other trades
  • Distribution and logistics businesses
  • Medical, dental, and healthcare practices
  • Insurance and professional-services firms
  • Landscaping and commercial maintenance

Proof

90%+
Sell-side success rate
+20%
Avg. increase in sale price
$2M+
Revenue we represent
100%
Success-based fees

FAQ

Selling a business in Tampa: FAQ

Do you have an office in Tampa?

We’re based in Fort Myers and represent business owners across Florida, including Tampa. Most of the sale process runs confidentially by phone, video, and secure email, and we meet Tampa clients in person as needed.

What size businesses do you sell?

We focus on established companies with roughly $2M–$200M+ in annual revenue. If you’re not sure whether you’re a fit, a quick confidential call will tell you.

How do you keep my sale confidential?

Every buyer is screened and signs an NDA before learning your identity, and details are released in stages—so your team, customers, and competitors don’t find out prematurely.

Start here

Ready to sell your Tampa business?

Start with a confidential conversation and an honest read on your value, your likely buyers, and your timeline.