Debbie Small: Trusted Advisor to Business Buyers and Sellers

Debbie Small’s passion for entrepreneurship began at an early age. While many of her friends were reading fashion magazines, Debbie was reading Entrepreneur. That passion led her to start her first business while attending Kansas State University, giving her firsthand experience as a business owner long before entering the brokerage industry.

After college, Debbie spent more than a decade as a Senior Media Consultant with Time Warner, helping small business owners grow their companies through strategic advertising and marketing campaigns. Working closely with entrepreneurs across a variety of industries gave her valuable insight into what drives business success and profitability.

In 2004, Debbie joined Apex Business Advisors and is now the second most senior broker in the firm’s history. Over the past 20+ years, she has become one of the most accomplished business brokers in the country, successfully facilitating hundreds of business sales and helping both sellers and buyers achieve their objectives.

Debbie understands that selling a business is often one of the most important financial decisions an owner will ever make. Her extensive experience, market knowledge, and hands-on approach help clients navigate the complexities of the transaction process with confidence, from valuation and marketing to negotiations and closing.

Her outstanding results have earned her recognition as Apex Business Advisors’ Broker of the Year and a Platinum Chairman’s Circle Award recipient from the International Business Brokers Association. These honors reflect her commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes and personalized service to every client.

When asked what she enjoys most about her work, Debbie says, “There is nothing better than helping business buyers and sellers achieve their goals and realize the rewards of their hard work.”

Known for her responsiveness, professionalism, and dedication to her clients, Debbie has built a reputation as a trusted advisor who consistently delivers results while making the buying and selling process as smooth as possible.

Whether you are considering selling your business, planning for retirement, or searching for your next acquisition opportunity, Debbie has the experience, industry knowledge, and proven track record to help you achieve your goals.

Contact Debbie Small at dsmall@kcapex.com to start the conversation.