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Thomas Kelsey

Owner, Transworld Business Advisors of Fayetteville
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Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in business sales with over 10,000 businesses sold in 40 years, with a higher market share than any other business brokerage firm in the world. My mission is to bring Transworld's

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Business Growth
Apr 29, 2022

How Quickly Can I (or Should I) Sell My Business?

In a perfect world, every entrepreneur would have ample time to prepare their business for sale. It’s a long, often complex process that demands much attention. After all, there are many factors to consider: Why am I selling? Is the market ideal

Business Growth
Jan 31, 2022

Pros and Cons of Selling your Business Without a Broker

 Are you ready to sell your business, but still on the fence about using a broker? You’re not alone. Many business owners, especially first-time sellers, feel compelled to DIY the process, thinking it will save them time and money. Selling your

Business Growth
Aug 20, 2021

Military transition planning to business ownership

In modern times, military members have numerous resources when they start transitioning out of the military. A large number of those resources focus on business ownership. I have experienced firsthand that most of those resources are limited until yo

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FSU introduces new degree program to bolster the state’s manufacturing workforce

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Fayetteville Technical Community College and North Carolina Military Business Center to host Federal Food Symposium April 1-2

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