Kevin is an expert in building relationships. His career started as a sales leader in the hospitality industry with Radisson and Hilton Hotels. After six years in hospitality, Kevin joined Thrivent Financial—where he helped financial advisors identify strategic relationships, learn ways to serve their communities, and grow their practice. As the Director of Strategic Relations,...
Paul Atkinson started as a business broker with Sunbelt in 2004 and has vast experience selling all types of businesses. Paul has purchased, founded, operated and sold multiple businesses in his career. Outside of Sunbelt Business Advisors, Paul’s industry experience extends into sheet metal fabrication and machining. In addition, Paul has been involved in food...
Mason graduated from the OPUS College of Business at the University of St. Thomas and holds a degree in marketing management. He enjoys working in business development because it gives him the opportunity to connect with business owners every day. Personal Interests Reading Golfing Watching movies Being a Minnesota sports fan
Matisse has been with the Sunbelt team since the summer of 2021. Initially supporting both Main Street and M&A sides of the office as administrative support, she made the shift to corporate trainer and profile specialist in winter of 2022. Her duties include conducting market research and collaborating with agents and clients to compile confidential...
Ben is a true Renaissance man. He has always chased his dreams, finding his way from a small river town in Minnesota to winning Super Bowl XLI as a tight end with the Indianapolis Colts. Ben was a four-year starter for the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers, earning a bachelor’s degree in communication studies. He...
Meet Matt Silasiri, our esteemed Vice President of Business Development at Sunbelt Business Advisors and True North Mergers & Acquisitions. Matt joined our dynamic team in 2021, initially taking on the responsibilities of a Business Development Executive and later excelling as the Business Development Team Lead, and Marketing and Business Development Manager. With a remarkable...
Stephanie is an accomplished business broker with a strong background in operational efficiency, consumer marketing, and management. With expertise across multiple industries – including retail, perishable goods, psychotherapy, and procurement – she offers strategic insights that help business owners optimize operations and position their businesses for a successful sale. As the Closing & Finance Specialist...
Lisa specializes in facilitating business transactions of companies valued up to $50 million. Before joining Sunbelt Business Advisors, Lisa was a Director of Retirement Planning Services at Trust Point and served business owners and individuals at Transamerica and Ameriprise. She holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from Creighton University and an MBA from St. Thomas...
