"I enjoyed running and operating a multimillion dollar enterprise which took twenty five years to build. I am proud of our people and our reputation. After several heart attacks and a double by-pass surgery, I knew it was time retire. Chris helped me achieve that with competence and dignity, not to mention a respectable price."
- Pat Moore, former president of Moore Material Handling Group, Inc.
"Chris represented me in my successful acquisition of a $3,000,000 professional staffing firm. He found solutions to issues that had eluded my attorney and CPA and were ultimately accepted by the other side of the transaction who were very well represented.
Almost two years after completion of the transaction, Chris helped me in getting the Company refinanced. Chris goes beyond performing the requirements of a transaction. He is a good listener and professional sounding board. I feel fortunate to be able to count on him for astute insights, problem solving and resourcefulness. I recommend Chris Mok without reservation."
Almost two years after completion of the transaction, Chris helped me in getting the Company refinanced. Chris goes beyond performing the requirements of a transaction. He is a good listener and professional sounding board. I feel fortunate to be able to count on him for astute insights, problem solving and resourcefulness. I recommend Chris Mok without reservation."
- Larry Hammons, current president of Rational Technology, Inc.
"I first met Chris about ten years ago. I thought about bringing in a working and financial partner. The candidates were interesting, some were preoccupied with vacation and benefit packages while others were more interested in reselling the business as soon as possible. We both agreed that either the candidates had the money or the skill and a few had both, but with conflicting goals. We had a beer, shook hands and parted ways. This year (2004) I decided I was ready for a change and chose Chris to sell my business. He did to a highly qualified engineer, but this time we had Champagne instead of beer".
- Steve Klabo, former president of Tymar Precision, Inc.
"I was referred to Chris Mok by my son. Chris brought in several offers, but even though my financial needs were met, I did not want to be responsible for someone else's work. My Company provides aerometric maps for civil engineering firms, therefore requires a qualified licensed Land Surveyor to oversee operations. Mok's tenacity and ingenuity was instrumental in finding that needle in the haystack."
- Karl Renkle, former president of Aerometric Surveys, Inc.
"After transferring my business to my son and taking it back a few years later, I attempted to sell my business
during the next four years. I thought I would never retire. Then I met Chris Mok. He did an evaluation and told me I should sell the business for an amount higher than what I thought it would sell it for. I was skeptical at first. You can’t imagine my delight when the business and property was sold three months later at the full asking price. Chris Mok delivers!"
- Jim Williams, former president of A-1 Plumbing and Heating Company.
"I chose Chris Mok to represent me in 1997 to sell my industrial powder coating business. All the prospective buyers that he introduced me to were interesting and financially capable. I was impressed by Chris’ contributions through the negotiating process, which resulted in my getting the full price that I wanted.
My experience with Chris’s professionalism, competence and efficiency led me to work with him again in finding my next business. The enterprise I have now is about double the size I had before, much more lucrative while less demanding. I only regret that I did not work with Chris years earlier."
My experience with Chris’s professionalism, competence and efficiency led me to work with him again in finding my next business. The enterprise I have now is about double the size I had before, much more lucrative while less demanding. I only regret that I did not work with Chris years earlier."
- Mick Herman, former owner of PIC Industries and current president of
A-1 Plumbing and Heating.
A-1 Plumbing and Heating.
"I tried selling my business with another brokerage company before becoming acquainted with Chris Mok and Business Search Group. I felt that the other company was on the buyer’s side and not mine. I was made out to be the villain because I did not want to finance the sale. Since my wife and I are living in Colorado we did not want
to deal with collection problems.
"Mr. Mok was able to find a Buyer that was willing to cash us out completely at the full asking price. We had a number of challenges that I thought were insurmountable. However Chris’ determination never faltered and we finally achieved our goal."
"Mr. Mok was able to find a Buyer that was willing to cash us out completely at the full asking price. We had a number of challenges that I thought were insurmountable. However Chris’ determination never faltered and we finally achieved our goal."
- Jim Brown, President American Power, Inc.
"When the decision was made to sell the business we knew it would be difficult because we were too large for the majority of investors, yet not large enough to attract the public Companies or investment bankers. Because of different shareholders with different agendas and professional advisors with differing opinions it seemed like I was an indentured servant even though my title was president. Then our attorney referred us to Chris Mok. He was magnificent in finding a buyer and bringing the shareholders along with their advisors together. The business was sold and Mr. Mok brought smiles to all of our shareholders."
- Jean Nicholson, former president, Consolidated Parts, Inc.
"My first experience with a broker was less than favorable. After a year of unsuccessful efforts with the so called
"biggest brokerage company in northern California", I thought I would try something different.
Business Search Group. After a positive price adjustment, Chris Mok had it sold in only 2½ months! We elected to finance a portion of the business sale because of tax considerations. The Buyer was reliable, punctual and fully repaid me. There is a difference between brokers and brokerage companies".
Business Search Group. After a positive price adjustment, Chris Mok had it sold in only 2½ months! We elected to finance a portion of the business sale because of tax considerations. The Buyer was reliable, punctual and fully repaid me. There is a difference between brokers and brokerage companies".
- Jeff White, former owner of California Closet Company
"I always dreamed of having my own business. It must have been providence that I met Chris Mok! He presented
an excellent Company, which I purchased. Chris helped structure the transaction, which was mutually
advantageous for me and the Seller. Now it is five years later and the business is three times the size. Business
ownership is an achievable dream and Chris can help make it happen."
- Eric Bagglioni, Proprietor of California Closet Company
"My nephew and his wife bought a business from Chris and they were very satisfied with him and their business.
It was natural for me to go to him when I wanted to find a business. He helped me find and acquire a computer networking company.
While the Company was very profitable, it became stressful for personal reasons. I asked for his help to sell it even though it had only been about ½ a year since I acquired it. My friends all expected me to lose money. I did not know what to expect. The best part was we sold it for a 20% profit and I did not have to finance a cent. I wholeheartedly recommend Chris to anyone that is interested in either buying or selling a business."
While the Company was very profitable, it became stressful for personal reasons. I asked for his help to sell it even though it had only been about ½ a year since I acquired it. My friends all expected me to lose money. I did not know what to expect. The best part was we sold it for a 20% profit and I did not have to finance a cent. I wholeheartedly recommend Chris to anyone that is interested in either buying or selling a business."
- Loan Vu, former Principal of Technology Partners.
"I respect the views and opinions of Chris Mok. He is a resource that I utilize whenever I have a client appraisal or value matter that I think needs a second pair of eyes. His analysis is always thought provoking and relevant."
- Perry Jones, Certified Public Accountant
"As a leading provider of capital for businesses purchases, I have worked with Chris on many transactions. His projects are distinguished by qualified candidates and quality companies. His listing packages are well organized, thorough and yet concise. The underwriting department finds him helpful and responsive. I can vouch that he is
an outstanding professional in his field."
- Ray Crabb, Wachovia Small Business Capital
"I have worked with Chris Mok on several projects in the last five or six years. He has always been reliable, careful, and resourceful. I was amazed that he found a buyer for a difficult business to sell in an estate which I was advising, and Chris was just the person needed."
- Robert S. Sturges, Attorney at Law, San Jose, CA
"My wife showed me a sales letter from Business Search Group that just seemed to strike the right cord. We met him and were impressed by his professionalism and the evaluation report that was prepared for our business. After appointing him to represent us he brought us several offers and we accepted an offer that matched his predication to the penny. He was invaluable in his help in preparing certain legal documents and in helping us get through a challenging due diligence. Chris Mok came through for us!"
- Milo Broz, former President Carol Flynn, Inc.
"Chris Mok was referred to us by Mary Ann Payne, our CPA. As usual, her advice was right on target. He worked diligently challenges. Even though we hit unexpected “road bumps”, Chris was unflappable and resourceful. The best part is, now I get to finally retire. Soon my wife and I will be exchanging toasts with Chris in Cabo San Lucas.
He’s definitely a broker who’s willing to go the extra mile!"
- Larry Rummell, former President of Bay Cities Automatic Gates, Inc.
"After the merger my Company is now about 3 times the size it was before. Chris was instrumental in helping me access the acquisition funds. I actually tripled the size of my company with no money (not my money anyway) down. I wish I did this 10 years ago!"
- Steve Smith, Acquirer and present owner Adams Construction and Landscaping
"I tried selling my business myself unsuccessfully for two years before retaining the services of Chris Mok. Within a week he produced two full price offers. Luckily, one of them stuck!"
- Bill Adams, Happy Retiree former owner of Adams Construction and Landscaping
"I know how to manage a transportation business but never sold a Company before. Chris was instrumental in structuring the sale of our stock that help minimize the tax effects. He also helped mediate and navigate through some tense and fragile moments. At the end of the day, I retired on my terms and left my employees and customers in good and capable hands."
- John Donovan, another Happy Retiree former president of El Camino Lines, Inc.
"My wife and I moved to California from Michigan to be closer to our grown up children. I had too much energy to remain retired. I was committed to find a manufacturing plant and worked with Chris to find one. It took about a year to finally uncover an excellent company with a fine crew. Chris was very resourceful in working through the negotiations, accessing acquisition funds and creative in buying me time (through a real property purchase option) to eventually be able to also acquire the plant housing the business. If you want to work with someone that is resourceful, creative, persistent and committed to make things happen, then I recommend Chris Mok without any reservations."
- Clement Johnson, Acquirer and current president of International Manufacturing, Inc.