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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#36137
Traffic Management Provider - Over $500k...
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#36070
Fully Managed Property Services - EBPIDT $467k
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#35952
$550-600k EBITDA FY26 - Recurring Revenue
Stand out business for sale. Local Govt-Backed - Contracted Revenue Stream. A unique, tightly held, protected business...
Auckland
#35981
Meth Testing Business - Auckland
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#35849
Profitable Fitness Equipment Online Business
Beams and Bars is a niche e-commerce business supplying gymnastics and recreational fitness equipment across New...
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#35831
Garage Door Installer - Sth & Est Akl - $340k...
Step into a proven franchise installer Garage Doors - South & East Auckland, a highly successful business servicing one...
Canterbury
#35728
Work from Anywhere - Profitable Project...
Are you ready to take control of your lifestyle and income? This unique project management business offers flexibility,...
Auckland
#35710
Property Inspection $180,000 Cash Surplus
Are you a tradie, builder, or simply good with your hands and have an eye for detail? Are you looking to boost your...
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#35444
Fully Managed - Over $450k Cash Surplus!!
Auckland's premier trampoline park business - where fun meets serious profit! Operating across multiple locations...
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#35489
Part Time Work from Home! Fully Relocatable
Ready to work smarter, not harder? Fluffy Ducks is a thriving online business specialising in award-winning,...

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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