Business Brokerage & Advisory

Buy, sell, or grow —
with someone who's
done it himself.

Joe Keane brings 30+ years of C-suite operating experience — as COO, CFO, and business owner — to help you navigate your most important transaction with confidence.

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"Joe has seen every side of a business deal — as an operator, an owner, and an advisor. That's rare." — Client, Manufacturing Sector

30+ Years of experience
$8B Revenue managed as CFO
COO Reebok, 5.11 Tactical, '47
M&A Buy-side & sell-side deals
Career experience

The challenge

Big decisions deserve
an experienced guide.

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Not sure what your business is worth

Most owners have never sold a business before. Without an accurate, market-based valuation, you risk leaving money on the table — or scaring away the right buyer.

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Finding the right buyer or business

Price is only part of the equation. Finding a buyer who can actually run and grow your business — or a business that truly fits your goals — takes deep networks and judgment.

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Navigating the funding maze

Even a great deal can fall apart at the financing stage. Most buyers and sellers don't know which lenders, structures, or terms are realistic — until it's too late.

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Complexity at every turn

Legal, financial, operational — transactions have moving parts that demand experience. Without the right advisor, small missteps become expensive problems.

What we do

How we help you succeed

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Strategy & Direction

We build a clear 12-month roadmap for your business — grounded in your numbers, your market, and where you actually want to go. No fluff, no generic advice.

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Operations & Systems

We audit your current operations and redesign the parts that are slowing you down. Hiring, delegation, SOPs, tools — we fix the engine so you can go faster.

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Revenue & Growth

We identify your highest-leverage growth opportunities — better pricing, new channels, underserved customers — and build a plan to capture them.

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Seller Representation

I work to find you the right buyer at the right valuation. Just as important, I will work with you to find the buyer that not only achieves your financial target, but one that has the background and skill set to drive the business after you exit.

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Buyer Representation

Buying a business may be the most important financial decision you will ever make. My goal is to ensure you find the business that fits you personally and financially. Every deal is unique and I'll work with you to tailor your transaction to your individual needs.

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Funding

Finding a buyer for your business or discovering the business you want to own is only the start. With contacts across the financial spectrum, I will help you cross the finish line with a funding package that meets your particular needs.

About Joe Keane

30+ years of operating
at the highest level.

Joe Keane

Joe Keane

Partner, Arzaga LLC — Former COO/CFO, Reebok • '47 • 5.11 Tactical

Client results

What our clients say

★★★★★

"Joe understood our business from day one. He found us a buyer who was the right fit — not just the highest bidder — and the transition couldn't have gone smoother."

Robert D. Seller, Construction Services Company
★★★★★

"As a first-time buyer, I had no idea where to start. Joe walked me through every step, helped me find the right business, and got the deal funded. I couldn't have done it without him."

Lisa M. Buyer, Technology Services Business
★★★★★

"What sets Joe apart is that he's actually run businesses at the highest level. He didn't just advise — he understood every financial and operational detail of our deal."

Tom S. Owner, Manufacturing Company

Get in touch

Let's talk about your next move

Whether you're thinking about selling, ready to buy, or just exploring your options — start with a free, no-pressure conversation. Joe will give you straight answers, not a sales pitch.

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  • Response within 24 hours
  • hello@arzagallc.com
  • 617-852-7353

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