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Buying or Selling
a Business in
Kentucky?
WEB Business Advisors provides expert guidance to help you navigate the complex process of buying or selling a business in Paducah and Western Kentucky.
W. Edward Barker
Business Executive & Industry Leader
Professional Background
After growing up in Paducah and graduating from Virginia Tech as an Engineer, Ed began his career at a Fortune 50 company in Lexington, Kentucky, working as a manager in the food industry. He returned to Paducah as the start-up manager to establish a manufacturing facility for the beverage industry, where he hired all the original employees and established the team structure of the business.
Ed’s career progressed as he was hired to sell capital equipment, eventually rising to the position of President, where he served for several years. He then entered the engineering business and was chosen to establish a new manufacturing facility in Paducah.
Leadership Positions Held
- National Sales Manager
- Vice President & General Manager
- Business Development Manager
- General Manager
- President & CEO
- Partner & Area Director
Industries Served
- Food
- Beverage
- Capital Equipment Manufacturing
- Light Manufacturing
- Engineering/Construction
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- Business Advising
Community Involvement
Ed currently serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for Paducah Water and is an active member of the Rotary Club of Paducah. He served as Chairman of the Rotary Education Assistance Plan for 10 years, demonstrating his commitment to education and community development.
Why We Are the Best
Our comprehensive approach ensures successful business transactions
End-to-End Process Control
We manage the entire transaction process from start to finish, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
Active Negotiation Participation
We’re actively involved in all negotiations, advocating for your best interests at every stage.
Document Management
We oversee all information flow and paperwork, maintaining organization and confidentiality.
Personalized Consultation
We prioritize face-to-face meetings to thoroughly understand your business and needs.
Strict Confidentiality
Your privacy is our top priority throughout the entire transaction process.
Free Valuation Service
We provide complimentary financial valuations and recommended selling prices.
Targeted Advertising
Your business will be marketed on premium platforms including Transworld Business Advisors.
Buyer Qualification
We rigorously vet all buyers for financial capability, operational fit, and serious intent.
Problem Resolution
We proactively address any issues during due diligence and financing stages.
Guaranteed Closing
We don’t stop until the deal is successfully completed to your satisfaction.
Why Should You Consider Us?
Transworld Affiliation
We are affiliated with Transworld Business Advisors of Florida, who has been listing and selling businesses for over 30 years. They have developed a proven process of controlling the entire sales process right up to the closing table. This total involvement on our part assures you can continue running your business while we handle the details.
Transworld is truly an international organization with offices worldwide and over 500 agents listing and selling existing businesses and franchises. More importantly, we are located in Paducah so you don’t have to rely on getting a salesperson attention in Nashville, Louisville or Lexington.
Confidentiality
Confidentiality is our mutual goal. Only very close advisors will know about the sale. We know how to promote the sale without disclosing sensitive information. Our listing advertisements are vague on purpose to attract the most buyers.
You want to retain your valuable employees for the new owner. Buyers will be thoroughly vetted and you will approve giving them detailed financial information.
Business as Usual
Our Services allow you to run daily operations without worrying about the sales process details. Your listing is continually valued, right up to the closing table.
Working with the Best
We know what it’s worth Local, national and global reach. No upfront fees. Listings stay active with periodic auditing. We are willing to Co-Broke.
Client Testimonials
Hear what our clients say about working with us
“Ed Barker is a pleasure to work with.”
– Steve ~
“I worked with Ed on the selling of my business. He was always right on top of things and if he didn’t have an immediate answer to questions, he made sure that he got the answers and got back with me promptly. He was always extremely professional and made the selling of my business so much easier. I highly recommend him!”
– Raelene ~
“Ed Barker was tremendously helpful throughout the process of selling my family’s small business. Ed’s experience and guidance were invaluable as we contemplated a sale. Ed was able to quickly and discretely market our business and bring a quality buyer who shared our corporate values and vision.”
– Bruce ~
“Ed Barker has successfully sold my business; the process went smoothly with Ed’s help. He is an easy to get along with guy, that made the process very painless. My business was a very specialized business and required a special type of owner. Ed was able to sell all of my key equipment, vehicles + good-will at our asking price.”
– Russel ~
“As someone with zero business experience, I really didn’t see it as being possible to become a small business owner. From the first time speaking with Ed Barker, he was encouraging and confident that I was capable and helped me find the resources I needed to help along the process.”
– Angie ~
Ready to Buy or Sell Your Business?
Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation about your business needs.
Our Service Areas
Serving businesses throughout Western Kentucky and Southern Illinois
Western Kentucky
Southern Illinois
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