Dave Godwin, CBI | Arkansas and Mid-South Business Broker
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Arkansas Business Broker & M&A Advisor

I’m Dave Godwin, CBI. I help business owners throughout Arkansas and the Mid-South understand their business’s value, prepare for an exit and sell confidentially. With more than 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, I bring an owner’s perspective to the decisions that shape a successful sale.
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Dave Godwin, CBI, Arkansas business broker and M&A advisor

Meet Dave Godwin, CBI

As a business broker and M&A advisor with CBI TEAM and CBI Advisory Partners, I work with owners of established Main Street and lower-middle-market businesses. I have advised on numerous transactions in the $2 million to $15 million range, along with smaller and larger transactions across a variety of industries.

Having founded, grown and successfully exited multiple businesses myself, I understand the work, risk and personal investment behind an owner’s decision to sell. My experience includes business valuation, financial recasting, exit planning, confidential marketing, buyer qualification, negotiations and transaction management through closing.

I am a Certified Business Intermediary, Certified Value Builder and member of the International Business Brokers Association and M&A Source. I also hold an Arkansas Executive Broker real estate license and have commercial real estate experience, providing additional perspective when a business sale involves owned property or leased facilities. My transaction performance has earned recognition through the IBBA Chairman’s Circle Award and M&A Source Executive Club Award.

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How I Help Business Owners

Exit Planning

I help you develop an exit plan around your goals, timeline and business. Together, we identify factors that affect value, address issues buyers may raise and prepare your business for a future sale.

Business Valuation

I review your financial performance, business characteristics and relevant market information to estimate a likely selling range. Financial recasting helps clarify earnings and gives us a practical foundation for pricing and preparation.
Confidential Business Sales

I use confidential marketing, buyer screening and nondisclosure agreements to manage how sensitive information is shared. Qualified buyers receive additional details as they progress through the process.
Negotiations and Closing

I help evaluate offers, negotiate terms and coordinate due diligence with buyers, lenders, attorneys and accountants. My role is to keep the transaction moving and help you understand the decisions involved through closing.
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An Owner’s Perspective on Your Exit

Discover the unique advantages of working with Dave Godwin for your business exit strategy.
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More Than 30 Years as an Entrepreneur

I have built, operated and sold businesses myself. That experience shapes how I help owners evaluate their options and prepare for the financial and personal decisions involved in a sale.
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Experience With Multimillion-Dollar Transactions

I have advised on numerous transactions in the $2 million to $15 million range. I help owners navigate buyer expectations, deal structure, financing and due diligence.
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Business and Commercial Real Estate Experience

As an Arkansas Executive Broker with commercial real estate experience, I understand how owned property, occupancy costs and lease terms can affect a business transaction.

Client Testimonials

See what business owners say about Dave's expertise and guidance.
"We couldn’t have sold our 28-year business without Dave Godwin. From the first meeting to the final closing, his honesty, professionalism, and deep experience gave us the confidence and guidance we needed every step of the way."      -Elaine, Construction Supplier
"Dave Godwin brings the kind of professionalism, deep experience, and trusted, proven process that every business owner hopes for when it’s time to sell — he’s the go-to guy when the stakes are high." 
-Paul, Restaurant Owner
"You couldn’t ask for a better partner when selling a business — Dave’s fairness, wisdom, and steady hand helped us navigate tough moments & kept everyone moving forward with confidence." 
-Brad, Manufacturing Company
“Selling your business can be very stressful and CBI took the stress away.  They have a great group that completely navigated me through the process.  Dave Godwin was on point with everything.“ 
-Jeanneane, Construction Services

Frequently Asked Questions

Clarifying your concerns about business exits and M&A.

What is a Certified Business Intermediary?

The Certified Business Intermediary designation is awarded by the International Business Brokers Association to professionals who meet its education, experience and examination requirements. I hold the CBI designation and am also a Certified Value Builder.

How can you help me prepare for a business exit?

I help you understand your business’s likely market value, organize financial information and identify issues that could affect buyer interest or financing. We then develop a practical plan around your goals and timing, whether you want to sell soon or prepare over several years.

What types of businesses do you work with?

I work with owners of established Main Street and Lower-Middle-Market businesses throughout Arkansas and the Mid-South. I have advised on numerous transactions with values in the $2 million to $15 million range, along with smaller and larger transactions across a variety of industries.

Why choose you as my advisor?

I bring more than 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and firsthand knowledge of building and selling businesses. My approach combines transaction experience, straightforward communication and attention to your goals, with confidentiality guiding how we prepare and market your business.

What is the consultation process like?

I begin with a confidential conversation about your business, your goals and your timeline. I explain the sale process, discuss what information would help assess your options and outline appropriate next steps.

How do I get started?

Schedule a confidential consultation using the button on this page, call 479-263-7330 or use the contact form below. We’ll discuss where you stand and how I may be able to help.

Ready to Plan Your Exit?

Whether you’re ready to sell or preparing for the years ahead, let’s discuss your business, your goals and your options. My mission is to help business owners finish well and get rewarded for the years they’ve invested building something great.
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Dave Godwin, CBI
Arkansas & Mid-South Business Broker & M&A Advisor
CBI TEAM and CBI Advisory Partners
Serving Arkansas and the surrounding region

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479-263-7330

dave.godwin@cbiteam.com