Insights On Lower Middle Market M&A Activity In South Florida With Russell Cohen

Welcome to the BizNexus Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Russell Cohen of South Florida M&A Advisors for an in-depth discussion on the booming M&A landscape in South Florida. With a wave of new companies, residents and a vibrant, evolving business scene, South Florida is becoming one of the hottest markets for mergers and acquisitions.
Russell shares his expert insights on the industries driving this growth—from real estate and tech to fintech and healthcare consolidation. They discuss the current trends among buyers and sellers, typical timelines from initial contact to closing, and what makes South Florida so appealing for deals. They also cover financing strategies for the larger, lower middle market deals Russell typically spends his time on, including insights on seller financing, earnouts, and alternative financing options available to buyers in this market.
Whether you're currently operating an established company in South Florida, are active with M&A, or are simply curious about the Florida market, this episode offers a wealth of insights from one of the region's leading advisors.
About Russell
Russell Cohen is President of South Florida M&A Advisors, Inc., bringing over 25 years of expertise in deal-making throughout Florida.
With an impressive track record of over 700 business sales—more than any other advisor in the state—Russell leads a team of seasoned M&A professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality, personalized advisory services for lower middle-market companies. Russell and his team prioritize achieving clients’ financial goals while fostering long-lasting relationships.
Connect with Russell:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/russelljcohen/
https://www.southfloridama.com/

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Show Credits

Intro Music Artist: DJ Freedem | Track: Pretty Boy