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Thomas J. Lang, CPA, MBA
Joins Touchstone  We're proud to introduce the newest Associate on our team, who has worked with hundreds of closely-held businesses and owners for over 33 years in public accounting, management consulting and governmental auditing. He has more recently worked on over 20 business succession planning cases with the objective of planning for and achieving the transfer of businesses to key employee or outside parties. Tom earned an MBA from the University of Denver with small business emphasis. He earned a BA from Michigan State University and become a Certified Public Accountant in 1981. He worked for the USDA as a compliance auditor for a year and a half; two CPA firms for five years; and a DTC management consulting firm for a year and a half before starting his own CPA firm in 1985. Tom managed Lang & Company, CPAs for 25 years before transferring ownership in 2010. Tom is now teaching accounting at the Regis University in their College for Professional Studies and volunteers with the Service Core of Retired Executives as a certified business advisor. Tom is father of two young adults, an avid reader and outdoor enthusiast. He enjoys cycling, down-hill skiing, scuba diving, hiking, camping, travel and being with family and friends.
Touchstone Business Advisors is a boutique business brokerage advisory firm focused on serving the needs of business buyers and sellers. Our firm is committed to providing individuals and companies with high quality business acquisition, business transition, and advisory services. We provide clients with personal attention from start to finish and are entirely focused on achieving our client's objectives. For more information please contact Charles Spickert, Rich Bevelhimer or Thomas Lang or visit our web-site at www.touchstonebiz.com.
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How to Reach $1 Million+
Money Magazine's April 2011 issue's lead article details that it is easier than you think to hit the seven-figure mark in net worth. One tactic is to own a business! According to Money Magazine and the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, although just 12% of U.S. households own businesses, they represent 37% of those in the highest decile for income and their median net worth is $497,000 vs. $42,000 for non-business owners. The article includes a case study of Karen and Ron Shinault, who offer, "Building a profitable business is as simple as meeting buyer's needs. If you do that part right, the millions will come."
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Touchstone Named One of Constant Contact's 2010 All Stars
Touchstone has received the 2010 All Star Award from Constant Contact, Inc, the trusted name in email newsletters for more than 400,000 small business organizations worldwide. Touchstone is one of Constant Contact's 2010 top performers and most prolific users of its tools, including email newsletters, social media marketings and online surveys. "Constant Contact helps us to better engage and listen to the needs of our customers and prospects," said Charles Spickert, President of Touchstone. "Thank you to all of you who support Touchstone! It is our pleasure to help you accomplish your goals." If you want to learn more about how to use Contant Contact's easy-to-use Engagement Marketing tools to help you create and grow your customer relationships, contact
Touchstone, a Constant Contact Expert Partner today!
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Touchstone Business Listings:
"Green Tech" Solar and Roofing Company
- Be a Leader in the Green Revolution, Platform for Growth - Gross $1,800,000, Cash Flow $180,000, Asking Price $500,000This Company is uniquely positioned to capitalize on the expanding green technology market with a focus on energy savings. They are the only major Colorado installer of Building Integrated Photovoltaics, one of limited number of airsealing/insulation contractors who qualify for Xcel rebates, one of the most highly rated roofing crews, and differentiated by offering solar, airsealing/insulation, roofing and window services. Serving the Front range of Colorado, the company has expanded sales dramatically over the past two years. The time is right to jump into this on-trend opportunity. Home Automation/Electronics Design & Installation - Turn-Around Opportunity -- Owner Financing - Gross $1,500,000, Purchaser to Submit Offer/Terms The company is a globally recognized custom digital electronics and control / systems integrator firm specializing in high- performance commercial board rooms, media projection systems, media rooms, lighting/climate control, communications, security, environmental/energy management, pre-wire and automation control systems for both residential and commercial applications. With a 23-year history, in addition to its stability/longevity, the company's strengths are its extensive scope of services, highly trained/certified staff, extensive customer base, impressive design studio and reputation as a leading design/integrator.
Financial Services Industry Training/Research Company - Extensive Growth and Expansion Opportunities - Gross $480,000, Cash Flow $300,000, Purchaser to Submit Offer/Terms This company was founded with the mission to assist financial institutions develop a sustainable competitive advantage through service quality delivery and sales effectiveness. The firm specializes in research, training and consulting solutions that improve bottom-line sales and service quality results. The firm's products include a proven and proprietary process for inculcating cultural change, service quality research via customer interviews, on-site mystery shopping and web-based surveys, a comprehensive library of basic and advanced sales, service and leadership training programs, training needs assessment process, leadership skills inventory and incentive compensation consulting. Founded in 1995, the firm has a 15 year track record of producing results for financial institutions throughout North America. Local Metal Fabrication Die Casting Manufacturer - Possible Business/RE Fold-in with Existing Machine Shop - Gross $250,000, Cash Flow $50,000, Asking Price $100,000The company is a Denver-based die caster, who manufactures zinc and aluminum components. Castings are small (less than 2 lbs.) and are typically produced in short run quantities of less than 1,000 per order. Customers are primarily local. In over 60 years of existence, the Company has built a strong local reputation for quality service. The Company operates from a wholly-owned production and warehouse facility which is available in addition to the purchase price. This is an opportunity for a synergistic acquirer to add additional capabilities; a strategic combination with a firm already in the die casting or a related machine shop industry; or, an individual to acquire a small family-run business with a 63+ year operating history. Full-Service HVAC Contractor - Possible Fold-in with Existing HVAC or Related Business - Gross $1,800,000, Cash Flow $250,000, Asking Price $450,000 Full-service, very profitable HVAC Company with increasing year-over-year sales. The company serves the Colorado front-range area. With high regard for their professionalism and competitive prices, the company serves commercial, residential new construction and repair/service. The company is easily relocatable or merged with an existing HVAC or related business. Neighborhood Restaurant
- Great Opportunity for Chef/Operator, 2010 Sales up 4%- Gross $780,000, Cash Flow $100,000, Asking Price $300,000Established neighborhood restaurant/bar located in renovated historic building in NE metro Denver area. Cozy layout with seating for 60 +/-, open for dinner only, catering service that may be expanded. Excellent food, award-winning recognition, full liquor license in place. Opened in 1997, current concept of fine dining with a family atmosphere is a successful stand alone model or could potentially be replicated in multiple locations. Loyal customer base is comprised of urban professionals and families from the greater Denver metro area and from surrounding suburbs. Low rent, clean books, sales have held-up well through this economic cycle. Perfect opportunity for young or established Chef with energy to take over a successful restaurant and add their touch.
Taos Greeting Cards, Gallery, Chocolate and Gift Shop
- Central Location, Repeat Customers, Expand Online - Gross $150,000, Cash Flow $52,000, Asking Price $149,000Popular upscale card, art, chocolate and gift shop located adjacent to the premier shopping plaza in Taos, NM. The business specializes in unique greeting cards of their own design and from small card companies across North America and Europe. They offer unique gifts and original art work by local artists and from around the world, as well as hand-made chocolates from NM chocolatiers. The business serves repeat regional clientele, as well as tourists visiting the Santa Fe and Taos art scene from around the world. Since its inception in 2002, the business set out to establish its retail store as the premier boutique for cards, local artisan works, chocolate creations and regional gift items in Taos. The company differentiated itself from the competition by creating their own line of greeting cards and unique product mix. Their upscale and unique mix of products give the store the feel of a sophisticated boutique. The business prime high traffic location, word of mouth and a stellar reputation, has enabled establishment of the store s brand. Growth potential exists in existing business model, as well expansion of pottery, spirituality/new age and local artist offerings and expansion of online sales. Unique Floral, Gift and Home Decor Retail Store
- Great Upscale Location, Repeat Customers - Gross $190,000, Cash Flow $20,000, Make OfferPopular upscale flower, gift basket/gifts and home decor shop located in an upscale retail shopping area of Denver. It has some of the city's most prestigious individuals and corporations as its clients. Since its inception in 2004, The business set out to establish its shop as the premier boutique for flower arrangements, gift baskets and gift/decor items in Denver. The company differentiated itself from the competition by using unusual flowers and offering sophisticated arrangements that were artistic and tasteful. Their upscale and unique gift offerings have established the feel of a sophisticated boutique. Word of mouth, participation in an exclusive wire service and a stellar reputation, has enabled them to establish their brand. Growth potential exists in existing business model, as well expansion of wedding and event business. Contact Touchstone for more information or to discuss your business acquisition goals! |
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FRANCHISE RESALE OPPORTUNITIES
CURVES - the #1 Women's Fitness Franchise - Four Franchise Resale Opportunities - Buy 1, 2, 3 or all 4
- Asking Prices Range from $29,000 to $99,000
- Owner Financing Available with Down Payment as low as $5,000
Turnkey opportunities to own the #1 Women's fitness franchise. Denver and Boulder territory locations, all within a high traffic, growing upscale surrounding communities. Facilities are efficiently designed, in excellent condition, has 12+ stations, all upgrades with Smart equipment and computers. Other assets include Go Figure club management system and all necessary computers, stereo system, furniture and equipment. Favorable leases may be assigned or renegotiated. All territories have potential to expand membership within existing facilities. Active owner management and increased advertising would boost memberships. which range from 200 to over 400.
MY MUSIC SKOOL - Where Music is Kool! - Franchise Resale Opportunity - Castle Rock
- New Franchise Territories Also Available
This is a new Colorado-based premiere music school franchise opportunity that offers a students a program with an emphasis on learning the joy of music performance. Franchises offer instruction for all instruments including piano, drum, guitar, strings, brass, wind, vocal performance, and composition. In addition to private lessons, franchises also offer a range of group classes, birthday parties, music camps, recitals, workshops, instruments rentals and retail sales.
The franchise was founded to serve the growing need to replace music programs eliminated by public schools, offer parents & students more convenient schedules and reinforce that music is an integral component in a person's total development. Instructors set a high standard of teaching that enable students to enjoy and benefit from music study throughout his/her life.
My Music Skool franchisees are not required to be musicians. Training will be provided on all the skills needed for the operation of the school. Depending on qualifications of franchisees, investment level and regional requirements, a franchisee can consider three different models of My Music Skool. If you'd like to find out more about My Music Skool, contact Touchstone to receive more information and a qualification questionnaire. |
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Take Touchstone's Poll on Facebook Pages
Click on the link below to answer whether you have a Facebook Page for your Business. See results instantly.
2011 Facebook Page Poll
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Should You have a Facebook Page for your Business?
Small businesses can create a Facebook Page rather than a personal profile. A Facebook Page, like a personal profile, in that it provides an information hub that users can choose to "Like." Liking a Facebook Page is not too different from subscribing to a newsletter. Facebook users will Like a Page to stay updated on events, promotions, and news, or to simply show their appreciation or endorsement. Anyone can build a Page - businesses, associations, actors, musicians, nonprofit organizations, politicians, etc. Some businesses have even built Pages for specific products. A big advantage to creating a Facebook Page is that you do not have to accept requests for connections; any Facebook user can choose to Like your page. When someone Likes your Page, anything you post to your Facebook Page will show up in their newsfeed. This is how the network effect kicks in. If you post something that your fans like, they will share it with their Friends, who may very well decide to connect with you too. Finally, Facebook Pages are public-facing, meaning they can get picked up in search engines and give you and your organization and its website even more exposure. What's good about Facebook? · The user base is huge, and that means many of your customers and constituents are already there. · It's easy to use. · You can post any type of multimedia content, including videos, photos, and links to external content. · You can separate your personal and professional use. · You don't need a personal profie to set up a Facebook Page for professional use. What's not so good about Facebook? · You have limited ability to customize your Page. · Pages do not have email alerts; you will have to check to see if there is any activity - or you can sign up for NutshellMail by Constant Contact to keep track of the activity on your Page through a single email digest. · It's a closed environment - only Facebook users can Like your business or organization. (Nonusers can check out your Facebook Page, but not your personal profile.) Find and "Like" Touchstone on Facebook! 
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From time to time, Touchstone has new business listings, changes to existing listings or important new developments, which are first previewed to those valued clients, who have previously expressed an interest in a business acquisition or sale. If you have a business associate who would be interested in hearing about our services, listings and /or receiving our articles, please forward this newsletter and they will be able to sign-up for future notices. You can also keep abreast of these changes and download NDA forms and business profiles on our website: www.touchstonebiz.comTouchstone Business Advisors is a boutique business brokerage advisory firm focused on serving the needs of business buyers and sellers. Our firm is committed to providing individuals and companies with high quality business acquisition, business transition, and advisory services. We provide clients with personal attention from start to finish and are entirely focused on achieving our client's objectives. For more information please contact Charles Spickert, Rich Bevelhimer or Thomas Lang.
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