Copyright International Business Times
The Silver Tsunami is quietly exiting the business world in droves, and for some, there are no clear successors in sight. Serial entrepreneur Nick Ortiz sees not just a crisis, but an opportunity. As the founder of Boost Business Group, Ortiz is positioning his company at the intersection of strategic consulting, business brokerage, and operational mentorship, helping both sellers secure their legacies and buyers scale through acquisition. "This is a moment," Ortiz says. "There are so many business owners, especially from the older generation, who've built incredible, successful companies but simply don't have someone to take over. Most aren't ready to sell, not emotionally or operationally. That's where we come in." Officially founded just a year ago, Boost Business Group is the product of Ortiz's decades-long journey as a serial entrepreneur. From launching ventures in college to scaling a major roofing company, Ortiz has lived the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and now, he's channeling that experience into a full-service consultancy and brokerage firm with a mission: to make exiting a business as thoughtful and strategic as building one. "People are taught how to start a business, grow a business, market a business. But nobody teaches you how to exit one," Ortiz says. "I'm here to change that." Ortiz supports clients in streamlining operations, tightening up financials, and increasing business value, all with an eye toward a profitable and purposeful sale. But the magic, he explains, is in the human connection. He says, "There's a lot of psychology in this work. You're not just helping someone sell a business. You're helping them say goodbye to something they've built with their heart and soul. That can't be rushed." At its core, Boost Business Group operates on two complementary fronts: consulting to increase business value and brokerage to facilitate smooth transitions between sellers and vetted buyers. Ortiz offers complimentary discovery calls to start, helping potential clients assess readiness. Sometimes, that call leads to several more. "It's a relationship-first approach. People assume I'm selling them something, but I'm really just listening," he says. From there, Ortiz begins the process of due diligence, diving into finances, reviewing systems, analyzing vendor relationships, and identifying key performance indicators. Many businesses lack a clear CRM, are reliant on cash accounting, or have outdated processes. Boost helps owners clean that up before they ever hit the market. He uses AI-powered valuation tools paired with market trend analysis to ensure businesses are priced appropriately, factoring in both tangible and intangible assets like branding, goodwill, online traffic, and reputation. But Ortiz insists that the right buyer matters more than the highest price. "The seller wants to know that their legacy will be continued. That the team they built will be taken care of. That the mission won't be lost. A deal isn't just about numbers; it's about trust," he says. On the other side of the transaction, Ortiz sees massive potential for younger entrepreneurs to scale by acquisition rather than slow organic growth. "You can spend six figures on marketing. Or you can buy an existing million-dollar business with customers, employees, and systems already in place," he explains. "I've seen people triple their revenue overnight through smart purchases. It's one of the most effective growth strategies that's still underutilized." This approach is gaining traction in private equity circles and among solopreneurs alike. From laundromats to pizza chains, Ortiz is seeing a new breed of entrepreneur who's bypassing startups altogether and instead rolling up proven businesses into multi-location empires. "It's not about being flashy," he says. "It's about being strategic." Looking ahead, Ortiz envisions Boost Business Group operating like a nationwide real estate brokerage complete with regional offices, certified brokers, and standardized in-house training. "I want to build a team of educated brokers: people who understand both the emotional and operational sides of business exits. Whether someone's straight out of business school or they've run ten companies, our training will get them on the same page." Education, after all, remains the heartbeat of Ortiz's mission. His focus isn't on volume, but on doing right by people, making business exits easier, smarter, and more emotionally sound. "I've seen too many people walk away with nothing after building something incredible. With just a little planning, we can change that. We can help people exit with pride, with profit, and with peace of mind," Ortiz adds.
