Craig Johnson, CBI, CBB

Broker/Owner – Southern California

I have been blessed with success with several million dollars in transactional sales in restaurants and real estate involving multiple concepts and cuisines. I have the pleasure of serving all of Southern California as a Certified Restaurant Business Broker and Licensed Real Estate Agent specializing in the confidential sales of those restaurants and related real estate. Over 25 years of restaurant industry experience in front of the house, sales training, marketing, promotions, and management. This combined with commercial real estate brokerage success in tenant representation, landlord representation, and investment sales with Iliff-Thorn/Colliers and Marcus & Millichap and current and former business ownership, helps me to give my clients a well-rounded evaluation of the way to achieve their particular business disposition goals. I have active memberships in both the IBBA (International Business Brokers Association) and CABB (California Association of Business Brokers).

I hold the CBI designation awarded by the International Business Brokers Association. The Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) is a prestigious designation exclusive to the IBBA that identifies an experienced and dedicated business broker. It is awarded to intermediaries who have proven professional excellence through verified education as well as exemplary commitment to our industry. I also hold the Certified Business Broker (CBB) top designation awarded by the California Association of Business Brokers. These highly sought-after certifications are held by a small percentage of the brokerage community.

Restaurant business owners please reach out anytime for a private complimentary consultation. We look forward to being of service.

Certifications

Certified Business Intermediary

A Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) is an experienced business broker who is committed to the highest level of professional development the industry has to offer and has ethical values aligned with the IBBA standards of professionalism. A CBI has the ability to objectively guide clients through the intricacies of the entire marketing and negotiation process of a business sale, resulting in successful transactions and satisfied clients.

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Certified Business Broker

The CABB Certified Business Broker (CBB) certification is a privileged designation that identifies an experienced and dedicated Business Broker. The title distinguishes its holder as a seasoned, professional who has a solid educational background, proven accomplishments in completing deals, and an active membership in the CABB.

Affiliations

International Business Brokers Association

The IBBA is the world’s largest professional community of business intermediary specialists. When it comes time to sell or buy a business, choose to work with an experienced IBBA Member who will guide you through every step of the process. Look for the Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) designation to identify individuals who have met our highest standards for education, ethics and professionalism.

California Association of Business Brokers

The California Association of Business Brokers is a professional trade association whose members are actively involved in assisting their clients in selling, buying, and evaluating businesses.

Why Work With a CBI?

Buying or selling a business is one of the most crucial financial transactions of your life. As a business owner, you deserve the most experienced professional representation available when the time comes to buy or sell a business.

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