Scott Perry
Managing Partner & Deal Champion — CBI, BCB, LREB
A Proven Exit‑Planning Partner
Scott Perry has helped business owners turn years of hard work into generational wealth for more than two decades. As Managing Partner of Gateway Mergers & Acquisitions, he leads a high-performance team that delivers a 90 percent closing ratio—nearly triple the industry average. Whether you own a $2 million service company or a $40 million manufacturer, Scott’s mission is the same: maximize value, protect confidentiality, and close on your terms.
Deep Experience That Protects Your Legacy
- 20+ years of deal-making in Texas and the surrounding region
- Hundreds of millions in combined transaction value across manufacturing, distribution, construction, and B2B services
- As a multi-business owner, Scott understands firsthand the pressures you face and the stakes involved in selling
- Lifetime Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) — a designation held by fewer than 3 percent of brokers worldwide
- Board‑Certified Broker (BCB) with the Texas Association of Business Brokers
- Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker (LREB), Texas Real Estate Commission — ensuring your transaction complies with both state and federal regulations
Industry Leadership You Can Trust
- President, Dallas‑Fort Worth Chapter, Texas Association of Business Brokers (TABB)
- State Board Director, TABB — shaping best practices and legislation that safeguard sellers
- Frequently writes articles on issues affecting business owners in the business brokerage industry and speaks to business owners, CPAs, and other business professional associations
A Process Built Around Your Success
- Data‑driven valuation grounded in real-time market multiples
- Pre‑sale value enhancement roadmap to eliminate deal‑killers before going to market
- Buyer screening & confidential marketing to a global network of PEGs, strategic acquirers, and SBA‑qualified buyers
- Hands‑on deal navigation through LOI, due diligence, financing, and closing—so you stay focused on running the company until the check clears
Education & Expertise
- B.S. — Tarleton State University
- Advanced coursework in negotiations, digital marketing, and SBA 7(a) financing
Life Beyond the Closing Table
When he isn’t structuring win-win deals, you’ll find Scott in his workshop crafting custom woodworking projects, ceramics, tending his beehives, or piloting his Bonanza airplane with his wife, Margaret. These passions remind him that every owner sells not just for money, but for time, freedom, and family.
Ready to Talk?
Your once-in-a-lifetime exit deserves a partner with a proven track record. Schedule a confidential discovery call with Scott Perry today and learn how Gateway Mergers & Acquisitions can help you sell with confidence.
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