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Colorado Souvenir Wholesale Supplier
Eagle, Eagle County, Colorado 81631, United States
Eagle, Eagle County, CO 81631, US
Well-established wholesale souvenir business serving the Colorado and surrounding states gift and tourism industry. Operating successfully for 33 years, this business provides a curated catalog of unique, high-quality, creatively designed products, delivered on a timely basis that enhance the retail experience its customers offer in their stores. This is a turnkey operation with recurring revenue and strong client retention. • Stable client base with long-term relationships and repeat orders • Excellent reputation and referral base • Stable client base with long-term relationships • Reputation for being easy to work with • Strong product line and brand reputation • Independent rep salesforce • Real estate (warehouse) available for purchase, lease or the business may be relocated This business is ideal for an owner-operator or couple seeking a lifestyle business with growth opportunities or an existing wholesale company looking to gain a footprint in the Rocky Mountains and/or expand their product offerings. Customers include gift shops in National and State parks, airports, resort towns and other high-traffic tourist locations. Growth opportunities exist by adding products, expanding the geography served, purchasing direct from manufacturers in China and/or developing a retail e-commerce website. Retiring seller is looking to transition the business to new ownership for immediate continuation and growth. Assets include: approximately $250,000 in inventory at cost, the company’s name/reputation, website, warehouse racking/displays, catalog designs, independent distribution network, and more.
$400,000Asking Price
$500,000Revenue
$75,000Cash Flow
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Chicagoland Craft Brewery w/Distribution & $5,000,000 revenue! REDUCED
Illinois, United States
IL, US
PRICE REDUCED! Seller will also consider a partial sale that will financially support short term growth, relieving the financial strain. This is a rare chance to acquire an established craft brewery with many of the attributes buyers seek but seldom find. Despite industry headwinds, this operation has held sales steady—an impressive performance in a slightly contracting category. Investment Highlights: • Premium location in a desirable, high-traffic area • Strong, well-recognized brand with loyal local following • Ideal demographic profile supporting continued growth • Broad product portfolio, including on-trend and specialty selections • Contract brewing relationships providing additional revenue streams • Long track record of success and operational stability • Professional management team and trained staff in place • Significant excess capacity available for expansion • Owner open to extended transition period, ensuring continuity The business is currently profitable at the operational level; however, due to existing debt obligations, it is not producing positive cash flow. A buyer with the financial strength to acquire the company without SBA financing will be best positioned to capitalize on the substantial growth potential. For details on this exclusive listing contact Jeff Bach at 314-941-8530 or email [email protected] Ask for listing #521JB
$3,300,000Asking Price
$5,000,000Revenue
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Banquet Halls
Bars, Pubs & Taverns
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Brewery, Restaurant & Entertainment Venue-Historic Downtown Kenosha,WI
Kenosha, Kenosha County, Wisconsin 53140-4117, United States
Kenosha, Kenosha County, WI 53140-4117, US
Turnkey Production Brewery, Restaurant & Entertainment Venue - Historic Downtown Kenosha, WI! "In The Beautifully Restored Iconic Barden Building On 58th St & 7th Ave" Your chance to acquire one of Southeastern Wisconsin's most impressive hospitality properties at a fraction of its replacement cost. This extraordinary turnkey brewery, restaurant & entertainment venue inside one of downtown Kenosha's most iconic historic buildings and includes virtually all furniture, fixtures, equipment & brewing assets needed to launch your own concept immediately. The business is currently closed, allowing a new owner the rare opportunity to step into a fully built-out hospitality venue without assuming an existing concept. The amazing property was thoughtfully designed as far more than a traditional brewery. It was built to function as a community gathering place featuring a spacious taproom, full-service restaurant, private event space, music venue, commercial kitchen, production brewery, offices, storage areas & loading dock, creating multiple potential revenue streams under one roof. Whether your vision is a brewery, gastropub, tavern, distillery, sports bar, entertainment venue, event center or an entirely new concept, the infrastructure is already in place to dramatically reduce startup costs & shorten your timeline to opening. Guests are welcomed into an impressive space highlighted by soaring ceilings, exposed historic architecture, generous seating, a large full-service bar, flexible dining areas & an inviting atmosphere designed for everything from casual dining to private events, live entertainment & community gatherings. The building's historic character blends beautifully with modern hospitality improvements, creating an experience that simply cannot be replicated. One of this offering's greatest values is the extensive equipment package included in the sale. The price includes an impressive collection of brewery production equipment, commercial kitchen equipment, bar equipment, furniture, fixtures & other operating assets with an estimated replacement value well in excess of the asking price. For an entrepreneur considering building a brewery or restaurant from scratch, the savings can easily reach hundreds of thousands of dollars while eliminating months of permitting/construction. The premises were specifically set up for operation as a bar, restaurant, music venue & brewery production facility complete with offices, loading dock & storage spaces. This multi-purpose-built configuration provides tremendous flexibility for a wide variety of concepts while offering functionality rarely found in existing hospitality spaces. Prime corner retail space in the beautifully restored historic Barden Building, one of Downtown Kenosha's landmark commercial buildings at the corner of 58th St & 7th Ave. Perfectly situated in the heart of Downtown Kenosha, this highly visible location enjoys outstanding exposure within one of Wisconsin's fastest-growing lakefront downtown districts. The property sits just blocks from Lake Michigan, Kenosha Harbor, the marina, museums, streetcar line, HarborPark, HarborMarket & Simmons Island Beach as well as dozens of locally owned restaurants, entertainment venues & shops. Downtown Kenosha continues to attract both year-round residents & significant seasonal tourism, with numerous festivals, events, concerts & community celebrations bringing thousands of visitors into the district throughout the year. This vibrant setting creates exceptional opportunities for lunch, dinner, nightlife, special events & catering. The surrounding area also benefits from continued downtown redevelopment, Carthage College, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, nearby corp employers & a strong residential population, in addition to Metra service providing convenient access from Milwaukee, Chicago & northern IL, making the location attractive to both locals & visitors alike. Listed By Tim Ryan at EatZ & Associates
$150,000Asking Price
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Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale
San Diego County, California, United States
San Diego County, CA, US
Established manufacturing and distribution business serving a broad commercial customer base throughout San Diego County and surrounding areas. The company operates from a dedicated production and distribution facility, providing high-frequency, route-based delivery services to supermarkets, convenience stores, gas stations, restaurants, hospitality groups, distributors, and event-related customers. Operations are supported by specialized production equipment, established logistics systems, an experienced workforce, and a company-owned delivery fleet. The business has built long-standing customer relationships across hundreds of delivery locations through reliable service, recurring scheduled deliveries, responsive turnaround times, and strong operational consistency. The company benefits from an established regional presence, scalable infrastructure, and a recurring customer base within a stable industry segment. Opportunities exist to expand delivery routes, increase market penetration, and further develop commercial accounts under new ownership. To automatically receive additional information and an NDA, please submit your request through the website form.
$3,500,000Asking Price
$3,124,852Revenue
$1,193,356Cash Flow
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Wholesale Candy Distribution Business For Sale
Los Angeles County, California, United States
Los Angeles County, CA, US
Wholesale candy distribution business for sale. Established in Southern California since 1999, this business specializes in supplying candy, snacks, beverages, and convenience products to hotel gift shops, hospital gift shops, and other institutional retail locations. The company has built long-standing commercial customer relationships, operates with a streamlined, home-based model, and benefits from established supplier partnerships, recurring accounts, and efficient delivery routes. The business offers a lean operating platform suitable for an owner-operator or an existing distributor looking to expand its customer base and geographic reach. Opportunities exist to grow through additional commercial accounts, expanded territories, new product categories, and enhanced marketing while building on an established foundation with documented operating procedures and seller transition support. To automatically receive additional information and an NDA, please submit your request through the website form.
$200,000Asking Price
$314,040Revenue
$80,269Cash Flow
Durable Goods
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Industrial Supplies Distributor | 25 Years in Business
Kane County, Illinois, United States
Kane County, IL, US
Established industrial supplies distributor located in Northeast Kane County, Illinois, serving a diverse base of manufacturing and industrial customers. Founded in 2001, the Company has built a strong reputation for reliability, technical expertise, and consistent service within the finishing and abrasives industry. The business operates as a full-service stocking distributor of abrasive and non-abrasive blast media, finishing materials, and related equipment. In addition to product sales, the Company provides value-added services including equipment repair and maintenance, remanufacturing, job shop services (deburring, blasting, and surface finishing), sample processing, and equipment rental. This integrated model supports repeat business and long-term customer relationships. Operations are based out of a 10,400 sq ft facility with approximately 2 years remaining on the current lease. The landlord has been cooperative and is open to working with a new owner. The business is supported by a reliable, experienced team expected to remain in place post-sale. The industrial supplies and consumables sector benefits from consistent, recurring demand tied to ongoing manufacturing activity, making this a stable and resilient industry. There is a clear opportunity for growth, particularly through the addition of dedicated sales efforts and expanded customer outreach. The owner unexpectedly passed away in 2025 and the business is now being offered for sale by the spouse, who was not involved in day-to-day operations and has chosen to sell to ensure continuity rather than wind down the business. This opportunity is well-suited for a buyer with industry experience or an existing operator looking to expand, offering the ability to step into an established business with a loyal customer base and grow through increased sales efforts and operational efficiencies.
$550,000Asking Price
$1,963,456Revenue
$187,234Cash Flow
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Turnkey Franchise For Sale!
Arkansas, United States
AR, US
OPPORTUNITY This opportunity includes a 2 ½ year old unique retail franchise business. The business manufactures certain nondurable goods on site and has a nationally recognized name and brand. This company was started by the current owner from ground level. This is a turnkey franchise opportunity. This business is best suited for an owner operator to maximize existing cash flow and return on investment. An owner operator would only need 1-2 part-time employees for operations, thus increasing profit margins immediately. The current owner is only recently engaged in full-time operations. HIGHLIGHTS • 30% Compound Annual Growth Rate with cash flow from 2024 – 2025. • 2 ½ years of steadily increasing revenues & profitability. • Manufacturer – makes products onsite. • E-commerce development with franchisor. • Established franchisor and franchisee network to assist in business development. • Price includes all franchise fees and transfer fees. • Franchise Fee and Transfer Fee included in Asking Price. ASKING PRICE $330,000 Included in Asking Price Inventory = $50,000 Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment = $30,000 Adjusted EBITDA = $60,458
$330,000Asking Price
$272,772Revenue
$60,458Cash Flow
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Durable Goods
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River Terminal For Sale
Ohio, United States
OH, US
This Tank Farm provides a brokered service of storage and transfer of a variety of light industrial oils. The company has 11 storage tanks on the property with capacities ranging from 5,000 to 30,000 barrels. Tanks are insulated and, in some cases, heated for enhanced quality storage. Product is brought in by barge and routed to the appropriate storage tank through various pipelines and delivery systems, whereby it is stored and eventually disseminated via tanker truck. Weight and transfer fees are collected. Conversely, product is brought in via tanker truck, stored and eventually disseminated via barge. This terminal is properly registered and in good standing with the appropriate authorities. EPA approved retaining wall exists with appropriate certified flood control.
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$314,161Cash Flow
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Perishable Food Import and Wholesale Distribution Business, Ontario
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Toronto, ON, CA
An established importer and wholesale distributor of perishable food products, supplying wholesalers and retailers across Canada from an Ontario base. The business has traded under the same ownership and management for more than fifteen years. Revenue in the most recent completed fiscal year was approximately $9.1 million, up from approximately $6.6 million three years earlier. The company carries no bank debt. Warehousing, cold storage, handling and loading are purchased as a service on a per-load basis rather than owned. Cost moves with volume, and a buyer inherits no deferred replacement cycle. What the business does own is harder to replicate. Supplier relationships built over decades in the trade, across multiple facilities in more than one offshore origin country. Its own brands and labels. A federal food import registration, with the audit and traceability record behind it. The business is run by a single working principal who leads buying, selling and customer relationships, with support from others in the business. The sale is driven by retirement. The principal will remain for whatever period a buyer requires to take the business over confidently, with no limit set on that commitment. Growth is available without changing the model: additional lines through the existing supplier base, extension of distribution beyond the current core province to all regions of Canada, and expansion of the direct retail account base. The opportunity suits a food distributor or importer of perishable goods, an operator with existing cold chain and logistics infrastructure that could absorb volume at low marginal cost, or an owner-operator with trade or import experience.
$1,750,000Asking Price
$9,100,000Revenue
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Wholesale Distributor–Eastern NC-with Real Estate
North Carolina, United States
NC, US
Well Established wholesale distributors in eastern North Carolina — The company offers a broad range of industrial, commercial, and maintenance products to meet the operational needs of its diverse customer base with $4.2–$4.9 million in annual revenue with gross margins of 32–36%, well above the 22–27% industry benchmark. Two owned commercial properties are included in the sale, and the business carries no long-term debt. Facilities/Location/Real Estate : The company-owned commercial real estate provides ample space for administrative, warehousing, and operational functions and is included in the transaction. The properties will convey to the buyer free and clear of any lease obligations.
$2,150,000Asking Price
$4,228,804Revenue
$361,808Cash Flow
Market Snapshot
National transaction benchmarks for wholesale and distribution business businesses.
Under $500K
Median revenue$810k
Median cash flow$129k
Median sale price$299k
Multiple range1.4x - 2.8x
$500K to $2M
Median revenue$2.13m
Median cash flow$299k
Median sale price$914k
Multiple range2.3x - 3.8x
Over $2M
Median revenue$8.49m
Median cash flow$1.07m
Median sale price$4.27m
Multiple range3.3x - 5.7x
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
What to know about wholesale and distribution business acquisitions
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Cofounder & CEO
Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating wholesale and distribution business acquisitions.
Examine inventory quality, not just quantity
Dead, obsolete, and slow-moving stock inflates the balance sheet; get an aged analysis and value it realistically.
Quantify supplier and customer concentration
A key manufacturer or a few large accounts can carry the business and walk; if a senior rep with a big attached book leaves at close, you lose it. Review terms and exclusivity.
Confirm supplier agreements and exclusivities transfer
Distribution rights, territories, and pricing tiers are often the real asset and may not pass to a new owner.
Pressure-test margins and pricing power
Distribution margins are thin and exposed at both ends; understand gross margin by line and how much room exists when costs move.
Assess the warehouse, logistics, and systems
Facilities, fleet (new trucks run $80K–$150K each), and inventory systems drive the operation; tour the warehouse and budget deferred items.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.
Yes, but lenders watch working capital, concentration, and inventory quality closely. Transferable supplier agreements and clean, current inventory make these far easier to fund.