The Gold Standard of Business Brokering

Where Businesses
Find Their Next Chapter

Whether you're ready to sell what you've built or find the right business to own — Anthony Manzione guides you through every step with discretion, data, and expertise.

300+
Businesses Sold Last Year
2x
Growth Target This Year
7
Industries Served
24hr
Response Commitment
Anthony Manzione Business Advisor HedgeStone

Anthony Manzione
Business Advisor, HedgeStone

With a career defined by results and relationships, Anthony brings a boots-on-the-ground approach to every engagement. As a seasoned deal maker, he takes the time to deeply understand each business — its strengths, its market position, and what truly sets it apart from the competition.

Anthony works with deals of every size. Whether it's a Main Street operation or a complex multi-market transaction, his standard never changes — every motivated, qualified client receives the same dedicated attention and strategic thinking.

He understands that for many business owners, the sale of their company represents the culmination of a lifetime of hard work — often the cornerstone of their retirement — and he treats that responsibility with the seriousness it deserves.

Through HedgeStone's curated network, Anthony directly connects sellers with the right buyers for each specific deal — not just any buyer, but the right one.

My Promise to Every Seller

  • Full business analysis completed before going to market
  • We only move forward once you agree on the data-driven marketing price
  • Confidential process — employees, customers, and competitors stay in the dark
  • We find the right buyer for your deal, not just any buyer
  • Backed by HedgeStone — 300+ businesses sold last year, doubling in 2026

Industries We Serve

From Main Street to multi-market — HedgeStone handles businesses across every major sector.

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Hotels & Hospitality

Full-service hotels, boutique properties, and hospitality assets nationwide.

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Restaurants & Food

Restaurants, pizzerias, food trucks, delis, and food & beverage concepts.

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Retail Businesses

Brick-and-mortar retail stores across all product categories and markets.

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Service Businesses

Auto repair, home services, healthcare, staffing, cleaning, and more.

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Ecommerce

Online stores, DTC brands, supplement and health product businesses.

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Wholesale & Distribution

B2B wholesale operations and distribution networks of all sizes.

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Commercial Real Estate

CRE sales and leasing alongside business transactions when applicable.

Deal Sizes

We Work Across Every Price Point

From first-time buyer acquisitions to multi-million dollar transactions — no deal is too small or too large.

Main Street
$50K – $500K
Owner-operated businesses, first-time buyers
Lower Middle Market
$500K – $2M
Established operations with strong cash flow
Middle Market
$2M – $10M
Complex transactions, multi-location businesses
Upper Market
$10M+
Large-scale acquisitions, PE groups, institutional buyers
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Proudly Serving America

HedgeStone operates coast to coast, connecting buyers and sellers of businesses across every market in the United States — from small-town Main Street to major metro transactions.

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For Sellers

Thinking About Selling?

I'll start with a full business analysis — and we only move forward once you agree on the data-driven marketing price. No pressure, just facts.

For Buyers

Ready to Own a Business?

Tell me what you're looking for. I'll match you with the right opportunity from HedgeStone's curated network of businesses for sale.

Business Buying & Selling Intelligence

Expert articles to help buyers and sellers make smarter decisions. New content every week.

How to Know When It's the Right Time to Sell Your Business

Timing the sale of a business is one of the most consequential decisions an owner will ever make. This guide walks through the financial, personal, and market signals that indicate the window is open — and what happens when owners wait too long.

What Does SDE Mean and Why Every Business Buyer Must Understand It

Seller's Discretionary Earnings is the single most important number when valuing a small to mid-size business. Learn how it's calculated and how buyers can use it to negotiate with confidence.

Why Restaurant Businesses Sell Faster Than Any Other Industry in 2025

Demand for profitable food & beverage businesses has surged. Owners who are ready to sell are finding qualified buyers faster than at any point in the last decade.

The #1 Mistake Business Owners Make When Preparing to Sell

Most sellers hurt their valuation before they ever talk to a broker — by neglecting financial clean-up or pricing based on emotion rather than data. Here's how to avoid it.

How Much Cash Do You Really Need to Buy a Business in 2025?

Beyond the down payment, there's working capital, due diligence costs, legal fees, and reserves. This article breaks down exactly what to budget for at every deal size.