What is the International Business Brokers Association® (IBBA®)?

Headquartered in Chicago, IL, the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) is the largest international, non-profit association operating exclusively for the benefit of people and firms engaged in the various aspects of a business brokerage and mergers and acquisitions. IBBA’s cooperative business brokers and intermediaries can be found across Canada, Mexico, Asia, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and the United States. 

The IBBA strives to create a professional relationship with successful business transaction advisors (CPAs, bankers, attorneys and others) to increase the image and value of the IBBA to its members and to be a leader in the exchange of business referrals.

Who we are

The IBBA is made up of business brokers and intermediaries who assist people in selling their businesses, in which they have worked hard to build and are usually their biggest financial asset. Our brokers and intermediaries also help people achieve the dream of owning their own business.

Areas of expertise

·         Selling / buying an existing business

·         Valuing a business

·         Trends in mergers & acquisitions

·         Growing a business through acquisitions

·         Adding value to a business

·         Financing for buyers with limited capital

·         Preparing a business for sale

·         Succession planning

·         Due diligence

·         Private equity buyouts

·         Franchising

·         Legal aspects of business brokerage