Wood/Plastics Manufacturer – Southwest MI,
E-Commerce Direct to Consumer

SOLD – Highly profitable and growing specialty manufacturer of consumer products made from wood and acrylic, sold direct to consumer through multiple e-commerce platforms.  Business is booming and there is no slowing down, as more online distribution channels are requesting products from this manufacturer.  This business would make be an ideal fit for both the owner operator that wants a successful cash flowing business or the strategic buyer that can leverage an online distribution platform and consumer client database.


This business has developed some strategic supply relationships that give it a competitive advantage both with the wood products they produce as well as the acrylics.  These differentiators will help the new owner continue on the path to success. Additionally this business has been successful at avoiding supply chain issues during recent events and that too will be a benefit shared. 

Listing ID:

ABA-21025269-90

Location:

Southwest Michigan

Type of Business:

Specialty Consumer Product MFG

Asking Price:

Call for details

Gross Revenue:

$4,139,310 (2020)

Cash Flow:

$1,198,821

Inventory:

Plus Inventory

FF&E:

$200,000

(included in asking price)

Established:

2000

Employees:

Owner plus 10-15 F/T  

Facilities:

16,500 square foot facility on .67 acres, provides ample space for manufacture, storage, and operations.  

Real Estate / Lease Terms:

The business is relocatable; however, the current location has many strategic advantages and is available for purchase or lease.

Growth Opportunity:

Tremendous growth opportunities with additional online distribution channels requesting products, as well as specialty pet industry products and personal protection items.  There are also great opportunities for increased sales and profits with improved processes and continued website and online marketing improvements.

Competition:

There are competitors in this space on a national scale, however the markets served by this business and its competitors continues to see great growth.  That along with untapped markets asking for products from this business, seller sees plenty of growth and opportunities.

Support & Training:

Seller will provide training to help the purchaser take over providing a smooth transition while learning the business and its operating activities, gaining and understanding of the customers and vendor partners, and building a working relationship with the employees. 

Reason for Selling:

Seller wants to retire and is looking for qualified buyer that will see the potential and take advantage of the many growth opportunities.  Seller will be available to work in the business during the transition.

Broker Contact:

Larry Baumgart – Advanced Business Brokers

Direct: 269-330-6924

Fax: 248-564-5259

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Bob Paden

With over 25 years of dedicated experience, Bob empowers small business owners in the Indianapolis metro area to achieve their entrepreneurial visions, whether by building scalable operations or crafting highly sellable entities. For three decades, he’s cultivated a robust network of owners, buyers, and strategic partners, a resource he fully leverages to help clients meet their unique objectives.

Bob’s expertise spans a diverse range of industries, including trade-based businesses like construction, HVAC, skilled trades, and manufacturing, as well as white-collar professional service firms such as law, finance, marketing, and technical services. Beyond his client work, Bob actively contributes to his community, serving as Treasurer for the Boone County Chamber Board and as well as a board member for both the Central Indiana Police Foundation (CIPF) and Fiscal Sponsorship Allies (FSA).  

Bob holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, and teaches there as well in the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, which is ranked among the Top 50 programs in the U.S.

He lives with his wife Lori in Zionsville, just outside Indianapolis, and in his free time, he enjoys working on his home, playing golf, and traveling.

Marissa Ihssen

With a degree in psychology and a professional background in social work, Marissa
brings a people-centered lens to every project. Her experience includes being a Project
Planning Specialist at GE Aerospace, creating efficient processes and structures that
help teams work smarter and stay aligned. Marissa joins the Main Street Market Maker
team with Advanced Business Brokers to dedicate time and attention to smaller
business opportunities and provide excellent and supportive customer service.
Outside of work, she is a mom of three young men who finds joy in the everyday chaos
of family life. She loves strong coffee, warm beaches, and any excuse to spend time in
the sunshine. Hot yoga and hammocking are some of her favorite ways to reset and
stay grounded and help her show up with more presence both at home and in my
professional life.

Steve DeMaio, JD, CEPA

Steve brings more than 20 years of experience as a legal and financial professional to
his work with business owners preparing for transition and sale. He advises owners and
their families through every stage of the exit planning and transaction process, with a
focus on thoughtful assessment, risk management, and strategic value enhancement.
Steve is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®) and an active member of the Exit
Planning Institute. He previously served as Director of the Small Business Development
Center in Toledo, Ohio, where he worked closely with entrepreneurs across a wide
range of industries on growth, financing, and succession planning initiatives.
Earlier in his career, Steve practiced law with a nationally recognized Chicago-based
law firm and held roles in capital markets and commercial banking with leading financial
institutions. This multidisciplinary background allows him to approach business
transactions with a practical understanding of legal, financial, and operational
considerations.
As a business broker, Steve specializes in industrial and manufacturing companies,
skilled trades, and professional service firms, including marketing, staffing, and financial
services businesses. Steve earned his Juris Doctor from Loyola University Chicago
School of Law and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Notre
Dame. He lives in the Toledo area with his wife and two daughters. Outside of work, he
enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time at his family’s lake house.

Dr. Mark Hagar

A lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Dr. Mark Hagar brings decades of hands-on experience in small business ownership, acquisitions, and turnarounds to his role as a business broker. Over his distinguished career, he has acquired and operated more than 20 companies and engineered over 50 successful turnarounds, giving him a uniquely practical understanding of what makes businesses succeed, and sell. His portfolio spans manufacturing, distribution, and service firms in industries including printing, education, military contracting, aerospace, and orthopedics. This diverse background enables him to identify value, anticipate buyer needs, and structure complex deals with confidence and precision.


Mark holds a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) from Cranfield University’s School of Management in Bedford, England—one of Europe’s leading business schools. His research on small business resilience and operational excellence has been recognized by the Small Business Institute (SBI), the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE), and the International Council for Small Business (ICSB).


In addition to his business career, Dr. Hagar has served as a member of faculty at several institutions of higher education, including Holy Cross College (Notre Dame), Trine University, and the University of Saint Francis. He also hosted Your Business Matters, a small business–focused radio show and podcast for more than a decade and is the author of Small Fortunes – the Acquisition Entrepreneur’s Guide to Buying a Profitable Small Business.


A passionate advocate for entrepreneurs, Mark previously chaired the Indiana Leadership Council for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), representing small business owners before state and federal legislators. He currently serves as President of the Allen County, Indiana Economic Development
Commission.


As a broker, Mark specializes in industrial, manufacturing, and distribution firms, with particular expertise in special situations, distressed assets, and complex transitions where experience, creativity and discretion are central to success.