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"Jon is everything you wish for in a website broker; passionate, extremely knowledgeable about digital assets, and above all, honest. Having exited multiple internet businesses, Jon is the best broker I&#39;ve had the pleasure of working with. From valuation and due diligence, to deal structure and completion, he managed the entire deal flow expertly. If you want an honest broker who you can exit on your terms with, look no further."
</p> <p class="mt-2 text-sm font-semibold text-[#1a1a2e]">John Woods</p> <p class="text-xs text-slate-400">Multiple exits</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="hidden lg:flex flex-col items-center"> <div class="relative"> <div class="absolute -inset-8 bg-gradient-to-br from-sky-100/60 to-indigo-100/30 rounded-3xl blur-3xl"></div> <div class="relative w-[400px] aspect-square overflow-hidden rounded-2xl shadow-2xl shadow-slate-900/10 ring-1 ring-slate-900/5"> <img src="/images/avatars/jon-hainstock.jpg" alt="Jon Hainstock" width="400" height="500" class="absolute inset-0 w-full h-full object-cover object-top scale-[1.08] -translate-y-2"> </div> </div> <div class="mt-6 text-center"> <div class="font-semibold text-xl tracking-tight">Jon Hainstock</div> <div class="text-slate-400 text-sm mt-1">Advisor at <a href="https://quietlight.com" target="_blank" class="text-sky-600 hover:text-sky-700 transition-colors" rel="noopener noreferrer">Quiet Light</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section>  <section class="bg-[#09090b]"> <div class="max-w-6xl mx-auto px-4 lg:px-8 py-12 sm:py-16"> <div class="grid grid-cols-1 sm:grid-cols-3 gap-6 sm:gap-8 lg:gap-12" id="trackRecord"> <div class="anim-on-scroll text-center lg:text-left"> <div class="font-bold text-4xl sm:text-5xl text-white tracking-tight tabular-nums"><span data-count-to="50" data-count-suffix="+">0</span></div> <div class="text-slate-500 text-xs font-medium uppercase tracking-[0.15em] mt-2">Businesses sold</div> </div> <div class="anim-on-scroll text-center lg:text-left" style="animation-delay:80ms"> <div class="font-bold text-4xl sm:text-5xl text-white tracking-tight tabular-nums"><span data-count-to="90">0</span></div> <div class="text-slate-500 text-xs font-medium uppercase tracking-[0.15em] mt-2">Avg. days to close</div> </div> <div class="anim-on-scroll text-center lg:text-left" style="animation-delay:160ms"> <div class="font-bold text-4xl sm:text-5xl text-white tracking-tight tabular-nums"><span data-count-prefix="$">$0</span></div> <div class="text-slate-500 text-xs font-medium uppercase tracking-[0.15em] mt-2">Upfront fees</div> </div> </div> </div> </section>  <section class="bg-[#faf9f7]"> <div class="max-w-6xl mx-auto px-4 lg:px-8 py-16 sm:py-24 lg:py-32"> <div class="grid lg:grid-cols-2 gap-12 lg:gap-20 items-center"> <div class="anim-on-scroll"> <p class="text-sky-600 font-semibold text-xs tracking-[0.15em] uppercase mb-5">How I work</p> <h2 class="font-bold text-3xl sm:text-[2.75rem] leading-[1.15] tracking-tight">
Valuation is buyer feedback, not a verdict.
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Buyers anchor on growth, retention, margins, concentration, market quality, and team depth. My job is to help you understand the band they will place you in, then prepare the business to earn the next one.
</p>  <figure class="mt-10 flex items-start gap-4 rounded-xl bg-white border border-slate-200/80 p-5"> <img src="/images/testimonials/joel-cyr.jpg" alt="Joel Cyr" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="40" height="40" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-slate-100 flex-shrink-0"> <div> <p class="text-slate-600 text-[15px] leading-relaxed italic">"Selling a business is typically something that is dreaded, but working with Jon made the entire process enjoyable. It felt like we were not only getting valuable direction but also chatting with a dear friend."</p> <p class="mt-2 text-sm font-semibold text-slate-900">Joel Cyr <span class="font-normal text-slate-400">— Enjoyable process</span></p> </div> </figure> </div> <div class="space-y-8"> <div class="anim-on-scroll flex gap-4 items-start"> <div class="flex-shrink-0 h-10 w-10 rounded-lg bg-[#09090b] flex items-center justify-center mt-0.5"> <svg class="w-[18px] h-[18px] text-white" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor"><path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="M15.75 6a3.75 3.75 0 1 1-7.5 0 3.75 3.75 0 0 1 7.5 0ZM4.501 20.118a7.5 7.5 0 0 1 14.998 0"></path></svg> </div> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-[#1a1a2e] tracking-tight text-[17px]">One advisor, start to finish</div> <p class="text-slate-500 mt-1.5 leading-[1.7]">I build the valuation model, write the CIM, vet the buyers, and run the negotiations. No handoffs. No junior associates. You always know who you're working with, and the story stays aligned from first pricing call to close.</p> </div> </div> <div class="anim-on-scroll flex gap-4 items-start" style="animation-delay:100ms"> <div class="flex-shrink-0 h-10 w-10 rounded-lg bg-[#09090b] flex items-center justify-center mt-0.5"> <svg class="w-[18px] h-[18px] text-white" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor"><path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="M21 8.25c0-2.485-2.099-4.5-4.688-4.5-1.935 0-3.597 1.126-4.312 2.733-.715-1.607-2.377-2.733-4.313-2.733C5.1 3.75 3 5.765 3 8.25c0 7.22 9 12 9 12s9-4.78 9-12Z"></path></svg> </div> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-[#1a1a2e] tracking-tight text-[17px]">I've been where you are</div> <p class="text-slate-500 mt-1.5 leading-[1.7]">I've built, bought, and sold several online businesses. I know the anxiety, the second-guessing, and the feeling that this isn't just money. It's years of your life. So when you call me questioning the LOI terms, I get it.</p> </div> </div> <div class="anim-on-scroll flex gap-4 items-start" style="animation-delay:200ms"> <div class="flex-shrink-0 h-10 w-10 rounded-lg bg-[#09090b] flex items-center justify-center mt-0.5"> <svg class="w-[18px] h-[18px] text-white" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 24 24" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="currentColor"><path stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" d="M9 12.75 11.25 15 15 9.75m-3-7.036A11.959 11.959 0 0 1 3.598 6 11.99 11.99 0 0 0 3 9.749c0 5.592 3.824 10.29 9 11.623 5.176-1.332 9-6.03 9-11.622 0-1.31-.21-2.571-.598-3.751h-.152c-3.196 0-6.1-1.248-8.25-3.285Z"></path></svg> </div> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-[#1a1a2e] tracking-tight text-[17px]">Aligned incentives</div> <p class="text-slate-500 mt-1.5 leading-[1.7]">No upfront fees. I earn my fee when you close. Through <a href="https://quietlight.com" target="_blank" class="link-animated text-sky-600 hover:text-sky-700 transition-colors" rel="noopener noreferrer">Quiet Light</a>, I tap a buyer network built over nearly 20 years. Tens of thousands of qualified acquirers, from solo operators to PE firms, looking for businesses they can underwrite with confidence.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section>  <section class="bg-white border-b border-slate-200/60"> <div class="max-w-6xl mx-auto px-4 lg:px-8 py-16 sm:py-24 lg:py-32"> <div class="max-w-3xl mb-16 anim-on-scroll"> <p class="text-sky-600 font-semibold text-xs tracking-[0.15em] uppercase mb-5">The process</p> <h2 class="font-bold text-3xl sm:text-[2.75rem] leading-[1.15] tracking-tight">
What happens after you reach out
</h2> </div> <div class="grid lg:grid-cols-4 gap-x-8 gap-y-12"> <div class="anim-on-scroll relative pl-8 border-l-2 border-slate-200 hover:border-[#1a1a2e] transition-colors duration-300"> <div class="absolute -left-[9px] top-0 h-4 w-4 rounded-full bg-[#1a1a2e] ring-4 ring-white"></div> <p class="text-slate-400 text-[11px] font-bold tracking-[0.15em] uppercase mb-3">01</p> <h3 class="font-semibold text-xl mb-2">Valuation</h3> <p class="text-slate-500 text-[15px] leading-[1.7]">We start with an honest conversation about how buyers will read the business today, which anchor band it sits in, and what is driving that result.</p> </div> <div class="anim-on-scroll relative pl-8 border-l-2 border-slate-200 hover:border-[#1a1a2e] transition-colors duration-300" style="animation-delay:80ms"> <div class="absolute -left-[9px] top-0 h-4 w-4 rounded-full bg-[#1a1a2e] ring-4 ring-white"></div> <p class="text-slate-400 text-[11px] font-bold tracking-[0.15em] uppercase mb-3">02</p> <h3 class="font-semibold text-xl mb-2">Preparation</h3> <p class="text-slate-500 text-[15px] leading-[1.7]">I build a sales package that makes the next band more believable. Financials, retention story, concentration, market position, and team depth are addressed up front so buyers can underwrite the upside faster.</p> </div> <div class="anim-on-scroll relative pl-8 border-l-2 border-slate-200 hover:border-[#1a1a2e] transition-colors duration-300" style="animation-delay:160ms"> <div class="absolute -left-[9px] top-0 h-4 w-4 rounded-full bg-[#1a1a2e] ring-4 ring-white"></div> <p class="text-slate-400 text-[11px] font-bold tracking-[0.15em] uppercase mb-3">03</p> <h3 class="font-semibold text-xl mb-2">Marketing</h3> <p class="text-slate-500 text-[15px] leading-[1.7]">Your listing reaches Quiet Light's full buyer network plus my own. PE groups, strategic acquirers, experienced operators. The goal: buyers who already understand why the business deserves the band you are asking them to pay for.</p> </div> <div class="anim-on-scroll relative pl-8 border-l-2 border-slate-200 hover:border-[#1a1a2e] transition-colors duration-300" style="animation-delay:240ms"> <div class="absolute -left-[9px] top-0 h-4 w-4 rounded-full bg-[#1a1a2e] ring-4 ring-white"></div> <p class="text-slate-400 text-[11px] font-bold tracking-[0.15em] uppercase mb-3">04</p> <h3 class="font-semibold text-xl mb-2">Close</h3> <p class="text-slate-500 text-[15px] leading-[1.7]">Offer negotiation, due diligence, legal review. The hardest stretch of any deal. I'm with you every step of the way until the wire hits your account.</p> </div> </div>  <div class="mt-16 max-w-2xl anim-on-scroll"> <figure class="flex items-start gap-4 rounded-xl bg-slate-50 border border-slate-200/80 p-5"> <img src="/images/testimonials/shawn-hill.jpg" alt="Shawn Hill" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="40" height="40" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-slate-100 flex-shrink-0"> <div> <p class="text-slate-600 text-[15px] leading-relaxed italic">"Jon helped set my expectations from the beginning and was willing to answer all of my one-off, never-going-to-happen questions with complete professionalism and compassion. I felt like I had the hand holding I needed without any pressure."</p> <p class="mt-2 text-sm font-semibold text-slate-900">Shawn Hill <span class="font-normal text-slate-400">— First-time seller</span></p> </div> </figure> </div> </div> </section>  <section class="bg-[#09090b] overflow-hidden"> <div class="max-w-6xl mx-auto px-4 lg:px-8 pt-16 sm:pt-24 lg:pt-32 pb-10 sm:pb-12"> <div class="mb-12 anim-on-scroll"> <p class="text-sky-400 font-semibold text-xs tracking-[0.15em] uppercase mb-5">In their words</p> <h2 class="font-bold text-3xl sm:text-[2.75rem] text-white leading-[1.15] tracking-tight">
Sellers who've been through it
</h2> </div> </div>  <div class="marquee-container mb-4"> <div class="marquee-track marquee-left items-start"> <figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon has helped me sell four of my businesses at above-list prices. He understands my needs as a seller and goes above and beyond. Jon&#39;s been a broker, a friend, and a true advisor."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/shakil-prasla.png" alt="Shakil Prasla" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Shakil Prasla</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Serial seller, 4 exits</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I&#39;d tried selling on my own before, and it was a stressful experience that didn&#39;t even result in a sale. Working with Jon was the complete opposite. He made what could have been overwhelming feel straightforward and stress-free."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/curran-van-waarde.jpg" alt="Curran Van Waarde" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Curran Van Waarde</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Previously tried selling solo</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon was different, hands-on from day one, adapting to my timezone and making me feel like his only client. He made what is usually a very stressful experience feel manageable."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/sebastian-wolff.jpg" alt="Sebastian Wolff" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Sebastian Wolff</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Cross-timezone, higher-touch process</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I&#39;ve sold two very different businesses with Jon and he approached both with great professionalism. He was a wonderful partner in preparing my business for sale, taking it to market, and ensuring the closing was seamless."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/victoria-hudgins.png" alt="Victoria Hudgins" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Victoria Hudgins</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Two different businesses sold</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I assumed a sale might require significant seller financing. I worried acquirers would want a steep discount. Jon helped me navigate SBA financing and close at an attractive multiple despite a soft market."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/alex-goldberg.jpg" alt="Alex Goldberg" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Alex Goldberg</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Affiliate portfolio, SBA deal</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon secured a price well above our initial asking amount. He guided us through every step, from escrow to the Asset Purchase Agreement. Working with Jon was more than just a business transaction; it was a partnership."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/antoine-minoux.jpg" alt="Antoine Minoux" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Antoine Minoux</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">B2B SaaS, above asking</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Selling my business for the first time was daunting, but Jon made the entire process so much easier. He truly had my best interests at heart, skillfully negotiating on my behalf and ensuring I felt confident in every decision."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/alia-chams.jpg" alt="Alia Chams" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Alia Chams</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">First-time seller</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon gave me a ton of helpful advice when I was selling my SaaS. Without his guidance, I would have been shooting in the dark figuring out a good sale price. Most important of all, Jon is someone you can trust to have your back."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/noah-bragg.jpg" alt="Noah Bragg" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Noah Bragg</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">SaaS founder</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon took time to understand my business and my goals. He did not push me to sell unless I felt comfortable with the price and process. Close date was only around 60 days after coming to market."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/jeremy-stiehl.png" alt="Jeremy Stiehl" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Jeremy Stiehl</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Quick close, 60 days</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon provided an accurate assessment of the current market climate, helping me understand what to expect. His honest and transparent approach reassured me. Jon&#39;s expertise and calm demeanor instilled confidence, ensuring I felt supported throughout."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/spencer-williams.jpg" alt="Spencer Williams" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Spencer Williams</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Honest assessment</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I&#39;ve already recommended Jon to other colleagues. The reservoir of interested parties that Quiet Light has access to and the ideology of having current or previous business owners guide sellers through the process makes for a successful recipe."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/doran-mauldin.png" alt="Doran Mauldin" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Doran Mauldin</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Referral to others</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I first met Jon at a conference years before selling my SaaS with him, and he was generous with his time and knowledge throughout. When I finally decided to pull the trigger, he helped me find a buyer that met my goals."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/mike-errecart.jpg" alt="Mike Errecart" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Mike Errecart</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">SaaS founder, long lead-up</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon was patient and diligent throughout the process. It felt like working with a business partner vs a broker."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/nathan-singh.jpg" alt="Nathan Singh" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Nathan Singh</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Patient, diligent partner</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I thought I had a pretty good handle on the process, but Jon asked questions I didn&#39;t think of, offered options I hadn&#39;t considered, and provided counsel that was immeasurably helpful."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/zack-naylor.png" alt="Zack Naylor" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Zack Naylor</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Well-prepared seller</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon has helped me sell four of my businesses at above-list prices. He understands my needs as a seller and goes above and beyond. Jon&#39;s been a broker, a friend, and a true advisor."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/shakil-prasla.png" alt="Shakil Prasla" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Shakil Prasla</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Serial seller, 4 exits</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I&#39;d tried selling on my own before, and it was a stressful experience that didn&#39;t even result in a sale. Working with Jon was the complete opposite. He made what could have been overwhelming feel straightforward and stress-free."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/curran-van-waarde.jpg" alt="Curran Van Waarde" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Curran Van Waarde</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Previously tried selling solo</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon was different, hands-on from day one, adapting to my timezone and making me feel like his only client. He made what is usually a very stressful experience feel manageable."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/sebastian-wolff.jpg" alt="Sebastian Wolff" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Sebastian Wolff</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Cross-timezone, higher-touch process</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I&#39;ve sold two very different businesses with Jon and he approached both with great professionalism. He was a wonderful partner in preparing my business for sale, taking it to market, and ensuring the closing was seamless."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/victoria-hudgins.png" alt="Victoria Hudgins" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Victoria Hudgins</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Two different businesses sold</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I assumed a sale might require significant seller financing. I worried acquirers would want a steep discount. Jon helped me navigate SBA financing and close at an attractive multiple despite a soft market."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/alex-goldberg.jpg" alt="Alex Goldberg" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Alex Goldberg</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Affiliate portfolio, SBA deal</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon secured a price well above our initial asking amount. He guided us through every step, from escrow to the Asset Purchase Agreement. Working with Jon was more than just a business transaction; it was a partnership."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/antoine-minoux.jpg" alt="Antoine Minoux" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Antoine Minoux</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">B2B SaaS, above asking</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Selling my business for the first time was daunting, but Jon made the entire process so much easier. He truly had my best interests at heart, skillfully negotiating on my behalf and ensuring I felt confident in every decision."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/alia-chams.jpg" alt="Alia Chams" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Alia Chams</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">First-time seller</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon gave me a ton of helpful advice when I was selling my SaaS. Without his guidance, I would have been shooting in the dark figuring out a good sale price. Most important of all, Jon is someone you can trust to have your back."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/noah-bragg.jpg" alt="Noah Bragg" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Noah Bragg</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">SaaS founder</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon took time to understand my business and my goals. He did not push me to sell unless I felt comfortable with the price and process. Close date was only around 60 days after coming to market."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/jeremy-stiehl.png" alt="Jeremy Stiehl" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Jeremy Stiehl</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Quick close, 60 days</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon provided an accurate assessment of the current market climate, helping me understand what to expect. His honest and transparent approach reassured me. Jon&#39;s expertise and calm demeanor instilled confidence, ensuring I felt supported throughout."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/spencer-williams.jpg" alt="Spencer Williams" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Spencer Williams</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Honest assessment</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I&#39;ve already recommended Jon to other colleagues. The reservoir of interested parties that Quiet Light has access to and the ideology of having current or previous business owners guide sellers through the process makes for a successful recipe."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/doran-mauldin.png" alt="Doran Mauldin" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Doran Mauldin</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Referral to others</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I first met Jon at a conference years before selling my SaaS with him, and he was generous with his time and knowledge throughout. When I finally decided to pull the trigger, he helped me find a buyer that met my goals."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/mike-errecart.jpg" alt="Mike Errecart" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Mike Errecart</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">SaaS founder, long lead-up</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon was patient and diligent throughout the process. It felt like working with a business partner vs a broker."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/nathan-singh.jpg" alt="Nathan Singh" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Nathan Singh</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Patient, diligent partner</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I thought I had a pretty good handle on the process, but Jon asked questions I didn&#39;t think of, offered options I hadn&#39;t considered, and provided counsel that was immeasurably helpful."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/zack-naylor.png" alt="Zack Naylor" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Zack Naylor</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Well-prepared seller</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure> </div> </div>  <div class="marquee-container pb-16 sm:pb-24 lg:pb-32"> <div class="marquee-track marquee-right items-start"> <figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"More than once I called Jon on the verge of a meltdown and he calmly listened to my concerns without dismissing them and got me back on track. Having Jon as the intermediary was pivotal in selling my business."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/ronna-moore.png" alt="Ronna Moore" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Ronna Moore</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">First-time seller</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon played a pivotal role in helping me sell my e-commerce business. He guided me through the entire process to achieve the best possible outcome and stayed in touch even after the sale."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <div class="flex items-center justify-center text-white font-semibold uppercase tracking-[0.08em] select-none rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10" style="background-image: radial-gradient(circle at top left, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.18), transparent 55%), linear-gradient(135deg, #3f3f46, #22c55e);width:36px;height:36px;font-size:14px;line-height:1;" role="img" aria-label="Kyle Oreffice" title="Kyle Oreffice"><span aria-hidden="true">KO</span></div> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Kyle Oreffice</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">E-commerce founder</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Selling a business is typically something that is dreaded, but working with Jon made the entire process enjoyable. It felt like we were not only getting valuable direction but also chatting with a dear friend."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/joel-cyr.jpg" alt="Joel Cyr" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Joel Cyr</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Enjoyable process</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Having an impartial third party negotiating with both sides who is on your team is invaluable. Jon was on every call and email thread answering questions and helping push the deal forward."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/alyssa-padgett.jpg" alt="Alyssa Padgett" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Alyssa Padgett</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Hands-on advisor</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon helped set my expectations from the beginning and was willing to answer all of my one-off, never-going-to-happen questions with complete professionalism and compassion. I felt like I had the hand holding I needed without any pressure."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/shawn-hill.jpg" alt="Shawn Hill" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Shawn Hill</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">First-time seller</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon was extremely thorough, asked insightful questions, and did an outstanding job facilitating communication between all parties involved. His attention to detail and creative ideas helped us achieve the best possible structure and value for the sale."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <div class="flex items-center justify-center text-white font-semibold uppercase tracking-[0.08em] select-none rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10" style="background-image: radial-gradient(circle at top left, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.18), transparent 55%), linear-gradient(135deg, #111827, #14b8a6);width:36px;height:36px;font-size:14px;line-height:1;" role="img" aria-label="Creative Design Investments, LLC" title="Creative Design Investments, LLC"><span aria-hidden="true">CD</span></div> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Creative Design Investments</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">President</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon is everything you wish for in a website broker; passionate, extremely knowledgeable about digital assets, and above all, honest. Having exited multiple internet businesses, Jon is the best broker I&#39;ve had the pleasure of working with. From valuation and due diligence, to deal structure and completion, he managed the entire deal flow expertly. If you want an honest broker who you can exit on your terms with, look no further."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/john-woods.jpg" alt="John Woods" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">John Woods</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Multiple exits</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I was initially hesitant about fees, but Jon&#39;s expert approach quickly dispelled my concerns. His adept management led to a sale price surpassing our original asking price. I&#39;ve confidently recommended Jon to two friends in the past three months."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/andrew-shackleford.jpg" alt="Andrew Shackleford" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Andrew Shackleford</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Sale above asking price</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"The increased amount we sold for more than covered their fees. Having Jon in my corner allowed me to keep the focus on my business during the sale, rather than the multiple ins and outs that presented themselves throughout the process."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/john-price.png" alt="John Price" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">John Price</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Amazon business</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon did a great job filtering buyers and providing advice based on criteria that were important to us. The process was very controlled and organized from pre-listing to post close. The deal closed above asking price."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/nim-momin.jpg" alt="Nim Momin" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Nim Momin</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Above asking price</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon talked me through the listing process, surfaced the details that mattered, and helped assess fit with potential buyers. Taking the plunge and accepting an offer would not have been possible without a trusting foundation in my broker."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <div class="flex items-center justify-center text-white font-semibold uppercase tracking-[0.08em] select-none rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10" style="background-image: radial-gradient(circle at top left, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.18), transparent 55%), linear-gradient(135deg, #3f3f46, #22c55e);width:36px;height:36px;font-size:14px;line-height:1;" role="img" aria-label="Paul Kalousek" title="Paul Kalousek"><span aria-hidden="true">PK</span></div> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Paul Kalousek</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Complex sale, buyer fit</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon was instrumental in selling my first SaaS. I considered listing it myself, but Jon&#39;s insight was invaluable. He navigated the pitfalls I didn&#39;t even know existed and kept the deal on track."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/marc-lavigne-gagnon.jpg" alt="Marc Lavigne Gagnon" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Marc Lavigne Gagnon</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">First SaaS exit</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon was wonderful to work with. He was quick, transparent, and knowledgeable. You rarely get someone like him who&#39;s been in your shoes before, is well connected, and trusted in the ecosystem."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/jay-najib-el-kaake.jpg" alt="Jay Najib El-Kaake" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Jay Najib El-Kaake</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Been in your shoes</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"More than once I called Jon on the verge of a meltdown and he calmly listened to my concerns without dismissing them and got me back on track. Having Jon as the intermediary was pivotal in selling my business."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/ronna-moore.png" alt="Ronna Moore" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Ronna Moore</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">First-time seller</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon played a pivotal role in helping me sell my e-commerce business. He guided me through the entire process to achieve the best possible outcome and stayed in touch even after the sale."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <div class="flex items-center justify-center text-white font-semibold uppercase tracking-[0.08em] select-none rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10" style="background-image: radial-gradient(circle at top left, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.18), transparent 55%), linear-gradient(135deg, #3f3f46, #22c55e);width:36px;height:36px;font-size:14px;line-height:1;" role="img" aria-label="Kyle Oreffice" title="Kyle Oreffice"><span aria-hidden="true">KO</span></div> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Kyle Oreffice</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">E-commerce founder</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Selling a business is typically something that is dreaded, but working with Jon made the entire process enjoyable. It felt like we were not only getting valuable direction but also chatting with a dear friend."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/joel-cyr.jpg" alt="Joel Cyr" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Joel Cyr</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Enjoyable process</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Having an impartial third party negotiating with both sides who is on your team is invaluable. Jon was on every call and email thread answering questions and helping push the deal forward."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/alyssa-padgett.jpg" alt="Alyssa Padgett" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Alyssa Padgett</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Hands-on advisor</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon helped set my expectations from the beginning and was willing to answer all of my one-off, never-going-to-happen questions with complete professionalism and compassion. I felt like I had the hand holding I needed without any pressure."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/shawn-hill.jpg" alt="Shawn Hill" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Shawn Hill</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">First-time seller</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon was extremely thorough, asked insightful questions, and did an outstanding job facilitating communication between all parties involved. His attention to detail and creative ideas helped us achieve the best possible structure and value for the sale."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <div class="flex items-center justify-center text-white font-semibold uppercase tracking-[0.08em] select-none rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10" style="background-image: radial-gradient(circle at top left, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.18), transparent 55%), linear-gradient(135deg, #111827, #14b8a6);width:36px;height:36px;font-size:14px;line-height:1;" role="img" aria-label="Creative Design Investments, LLC" title="Creative Design Investments, LLC"><span aria-hidden="true">CD</span></div> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Creative Design Investments</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">President</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon is everything you wish for in a website broker; passionate, extremely knowledgeable about digital assets, and above all, honest. Having exited multiple internet businesses, Jon is the best broker I&#39;ve had the pleasure of working with. From valuation and due diligence, to deal structure and completion, he managed the entire deal flow expertly. If you want an honest broker who you can exit on your terms with, look no further."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/john-woods.jpg" alt="John Woods" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">John Woods</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Multiple exits</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"I was initially hesitant about fees, but Jon&#39;s expert approach quickly dispelled my concerns. His adept management led to a sale price surpassing our original asking price. I&#39;ve confidently recommended Jon to two friends in the past three months."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/andrew-shackleford.jpg" alt="Andrew Shackleford" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Andrew Shackleford</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Sale above asking price</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"The increased amount we sold for more than covered their fees. Having Jon in my corner allowed me to keep the focus on my business during the sale, rather than the multiple ins and outs that presented themselves throughout the process."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/john-price.png" alt="John Price" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">John Price</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Amazon business</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon did a great job filtering buyers and providing advice based on criteria that were important to us. The process was very controlled and organized from pre-listing to post close. The deal closed above asking price."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/nim-momin.jpg" alt="Nim Momin" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Nim Momin</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Above asking price</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon talked me through the listing process, surfaced the details that mattered, and helped assess fit with potential buyers. Taking the plunge and accepting an offer would not have been possible without a trusting foundation in my broker."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <div class="flex items-center justify-center text-white font-semibold uppercase tracking-[0.08em] select-none rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10" style="background-image: radial-gradient(circle at top left, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.18), transparent 55%), linear-gradient(135deg, #3f3f46, #22c55e);width:36px;height:36px;font-size:14px;line-height:1;" role="img" aria-label="Paul Kalousek" title="Paul Kalousek"><span aria-hidden="true">PK</span></div> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Paul Kalousek</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">Complex sale, buyer fit</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon was instrumental in selling my first SaaS. I considered listing it myself, but Jon&#39;s insight was invaluable. He navigated the pitfalls I didn&#39;t even know existed and kept the deal on track."</p> </blockquote> <figcaption class="mt-4 flex items-center gap-3 pt-4 border-t border-white/[0.06]"> <img src="/images/testimonials/marc-lavigne-gagnon.jpg" alt="Marc Lavigne Gagnon" loading="lazy" decoding="async" fetchpriority="auto" width="36" height="36" class="rounded-full ring-2 ring-white/10"> <div> <div class="font-semibold text-white text-sm">Marc Lavigne Gagnon</div> <div class="text-sky-400/80 text-xs mt-0.5">First SaaS exit</div> </div> </figcaption> </figure><figure class="marquee-card flex-shrink-0 w-[340px] rounded-2xl bg-white/[0.03] p-6 border border-white/[0.06]"> <blockquote> <p class="font-medium text-white text-[15px] leading-snug italic">"Jon was wonderful to work with. He was quick, transparent, and knowledgeable. 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