Mark Pedersen | Business Intermediary & M&A Advisor
With more than 30 years of experience as an educator, coach, entrepreneur, and business advisor, Mark Pedersen brings a unique combination of leadership, strategic guidance, and real-world business experience to every client engagement. His passion is helping business owners successfully transition one of their most valuable assets while guiding buyers and investors toward informed acquisition decisions.
Over the past decade, Mark has worked closely with entrepreneurs, business owners, and investors to facilitate successful business sales and acquisitions across a variety of industries. He understands that buying or selling a business is more than a financial transaction—it’s a significant life event requiring trust, discretion, careful planning, and skilled negotiation. Mark is committed to making the process as seamless as possible while helping clients maximize value and achieve their long-term objectives.
Before entering business brokerage, Mark spent over three decades as an educator and coach, where he developed a reputation for mentoring individuals, building high-performing teams, and helping others reach their full potential. Those same skills translate directly into his work today, where he guides clients through complex decisions, provides clear communication, and helps navigate every stage of the transaction process.
Mark also understands business ownership firsthand. As an entrepreneur in the fitness industry, he experienced the challenges and rewards of building and operating a business. This firsthand perspective enables him to relate to business owners on a personal level and provide practical, experience-based guidance throughout the buying and selling process.
As part of Vertical Development Group, Mark specializes in:
* Business Brokerage
* Business Sales & Acquisitions
* Buyer Representation
* Business Valuation & Exit Planning
* Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory
* Executive & Management Consulting
Mark believes every successful transaction begins with listening. By understanding each client’s goals, priorities, and vision for the future, he develops customized strategies designed to produce successful outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity.
Whether you are considering selling your business, pursuing your next acquisition, or simply exploring your options, Mark is dedicated to providing trusted guidance, market insight, and experienced representation from the initial conversation through a successful closing. His goal is not simply to complete transactions, but to build lasting relationships and help clients confidently move into the next chapter of their business journey.
