Doug Chetwynd

Auckland

Doug Chetwynd

Business Broker

Phone: 021 997 735

Mobile: 021 997 735

About Doug

 

Doug has experience across manufacturing, import, distribution, logistics, technology, and service-based businesses. This background allows him to assess different business models, understand operational risk, and identify the factors that drive value in a transaction.

Having started, bought, and sold businesses himself, Doug understands the practical realities of business ownership and transactions. This experience informs how he structures sales, prepares information, and manages negotiations for both vendors and buyers.

Doug’s approach is analytical and structured. He focuses on normalised earnings, cash flow, and transferability to ensure decisions are based on accurate information. His background in financial analysis and systems enables him to identify risks early and reduce friction during due diligence.

As part of ABC Business Sales, Doug has access to established systems, buyer networks, and specialist support, allowing him to focus on understanding each client’s objectives and executing the transaction efficiently.

Whether selling or acquiring a business, Doug’s role is to provide clarity, manage process, and deliver a clean outcome from engagement through to settlement.

 

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#35854
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#36344
Landmark Entertainment Business & Property
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#36249
Managed - Cinematography - EBPIDT: $1.65M
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#36224
Property Exterior Washing
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#36335
Profitable House Wash & Waterblasting Franchise
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#36255
Very Profitable Online and B2B Retailer EBIT...
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Canterbury
#36089
Specialist Industrial Cleaning & Safety...
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#36214
Fire Sales & Installation - $550k+ EBPITD
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#36209
Premium TrackMan Golf & Lounge Investment
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#36053
Snap-on Tools Franchise - Earnings over...
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#36025
Online Business - Work From Home - $320k...
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#35845
Profitable Jewellery Store - $347k EBPIDT
$347k Normalised EBPIDT, Established, Trusted. An exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly respected and...
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#35847
Fire Installation & Roofing Business $170k...
Vendors motivation to sell brings a $170,000 profit at an attractive price of $220,000 Step into ownership of one of...
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#35547
Food Processing Plant $500K incl. Plant & Equip
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#35448
Cleaning Master Franchisor - Cash Surplus $139K
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Doug's testimonial

"As a first timer to the world of business sales, it's fair to say I had a lot of anxiety around how it all works and what the real-world implications are of selling up something you've put a large chunk of your life into. After a few emails back and forth around numbers and logistics, I had my first meeting with James and his team. I walked away from that meeting with only a single concern - "This all seems to easy".. In my experience, when it seems too easy it's likely because there's something I've missed. Credit given where credit is due however, because these guys really sent it home. After many discussions and thorough vetting of potential buyers, with as much input from me as I felt I needed, we had some very positive meetings and in only a few short months, we are now sold and I'm even still working for the new owners! A true testament to the crew at ABC is how low-stress this process was, both for me and for my family. My wife and I are now able to explore our own business opportunities in line with our passions, and we're only able to do this because of the excellent outcome James and his team provided us. It's easily said in hindsight, but I honestly don't know why we waited so long to shift what we built and move forward with what we really love! "

Vendor - Dave
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