A boutique national M&A and business brokerage firm — since 2005.

Kelly started his career nearly 40 years ago as a commercial loan officer in the banking system, financing business start-ups, operations, and ongoing cash needs. He left banking to become a partner in an investment banking and business consulting firm.

He has owned over 15 privately held companies and is the founder of a distribution company that was acquired by Cintas, a Fortune 500 company. With over 20 years of experience as an M&A advisor on transactions ranging from $250K to $75MM, Kelly brings a deep knowledge base to every engagement.

He is the author of several books including the Complete Guide to Selling Your Business, and holds a BA in International Relations with an emphasis on International Business. He is married and the father of 5 children and 14 grandchildren.

Trevin is a Managing Partner of Bristol Group and the firm's founder (2005), specializing in advising owners of privately held businesses on mergers, acquisitions, sales, and valuations.

He holds the Certified Merger and Acquisition Professional (CMAP) designation from Kennesaw State University and the Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) designation from the International Business Brokers Association. Prior to founding Bristol, Trevin worked as a management consultant for Arthur Andersen in Seattle and Andersen Consulting (Accenture) in San Francisco.

Trevin holds a Master's in Information Systems Management and a Bachelor's in Business Management from Brigham Young University, seamlessly blending technological proficiency with solid business acumen across diverse markets and industries.

Jesse is an M&A Advisor and Business Broker with firsthand experience navigating growth, acquisition, and exit. After selling his own multi-location business, he served as Vice President of Business Development and Acquisitions for a private group, developing a disciplined approach to identifying, acquiring, and repositioning businesses.

He is widely regarded as a national expert in audiology acquisitions and is the founder of Audiology Acquisitions, a platform dedicated to helping audiology practice owners maximize value through strategic transitions and growth initiatives.

Jesse lives in Eagle, Idaho with his wife, Hailey, and their four children, and enjoys skiing, golfing, and spending time outdoors with his family.