Experienced advisors. Practical guidance. A personal approach.
Having been a business owner my entire career, I understand what's at stake. With over 10 years of full-time experience advising companies, I know how important it is to get the sale of your business right.John P. Kelly
Our team combines firsthand business ownership experience, disciplined M&A process management, and a grounded, Midwest approach to service. Kelly Business Advisors sells businesses through much of the Midwest states and for disclosure purposes, is licensed to sell in WI and IL.
We believe clients deserve clear communication, strong preparation, honest advice, and a team that is fully invested in helping them reach the best outcome.
At the center of that work are John Kelly and Kiely Kelly Garcia, whose partnership brings together seasoned business judgment, responsive execution, and a shared commitment to helping owners move forward with confidence.
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John P. Kelly, CBI, M&AMI
President | Transaction AdvisorJohn Kelly brings firsthand perspective that goes far beyond theory. He has started businesses, bought out a partner, grown a family-owned company, and ultimately sold that business himself. That lived experience gives him a practical understanding of the financial, operational, and personal decisions business owners face during a transaction.
After purchasing his family’s business, Bond Pickle Company, John helped grow sales from $3 million to $10 million and played a role in developing the industry-leading banana pepper ring. Selling that third-generation family business became one of the most defining moments of his career.
Today, John helps clients navigate the sale and purchase of businesses with honesty, perspective, and clarity. He is a Certified Business Intermediary (CBI), a Wisconsin licensed real estate broker, and a member of the International Business Brokers Association, M&A Source, and the Midwest Business Brokers and Intermediaries.
Kiely Kelly Garcia
Mergers & Acquisitions AdvisorKiely Kelly Garcia brings a thoughtful, organized, and highly responsive approach to every client engagement. She is committed to helping clients achieve the best possible outcome and is known for making complex transactions feel more manageable through clear communication and steady support.
Kiely joined Kelly Business Advisors in 2018 and moved into advisory work after beginning as John’s executive assistant. She earned her Wisconsin Real Estate Salesperson’s license in 2020. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship from the University of Wisconsin Green Bay.
As an advisor she plays a key role across valuations, marketing, buyer outreach, due diligence coordination, and transaction management. Clients value her professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to bring structure and calm to the process.
George Metos
Transaction AdvisorGeorge Metos has been brokering businesses since 2010, with a strong focus on industrial companies, automotive towing, and auto recycling businesses. He brings curiosity, analytical rigor, and respect to every engagement.
George believes an honest, objective assessment of value is the foundation of a successful transaction. By helping owners understand what their business is truly worth, he gives them the clarity to decide whether selling aligns with their goals. From there, he works relentlessly to find the right buyer and negotiate a structure that supports long-term success.
Before entering business brokerage, George earned degrees in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering and spent more than 20 years in software development. He built and led an organization of more than 140 technical and creative professionals, and later experienced M&A firsthand when that company merged with a public company.
His blend of technical depth, operating experience, and transaction knowledge makes him especially valuable in asset-heavy and operationally complex industries.
A disciplined path from start to close.
Built on candor and integrity, our client-first philosophy simplifies the complex. Four phases guide every engagement.
Foundation
in Data
Financial and operational evidence is the basis for every decision we make together.
Proactive
Problem Solving
We anticipate issues before they surface, preventing derailments and protecting momentum.
Strategic
Evaluation
Continuously evaluating opportunities and developing the optimal plan at each stage.
Supportive
Process
Steady, start-to-finish guidance. You are never left guessing at key moments.
Protect your business.
Maximize your outcome.
We manage confidentiality, position the business for competitive interest, and create structured leverage throughout the process.
- Confidential marketing
- Multiple qualified buyers
- Due diligence management
- Negotiation leverage
- Employee & customer protection
Find the right acquisition.
With discipline and clarity.
We bring structure to your search — clear criteria, financial modeling, and experienced negotiation so you acquire with confidence.
- Acquisition criteria definition
- Business evaluation framework
- Financial modeling & valuation
- Negotiation & offer management
- Due diligence coordination
- Deal structure comparison
Start the conversation.
Whether your priority is selling, buying, estimated valuation, or planning, our team brings the structure and communication needed to move forward.
Confidential. No obligation.