Al is a seasoned M&A advisor and valuation expert. He founded Exit Strategies in 2002 to help company owners exit right and retire well, and has since advised on over 100 transactions. His areas of focus include manufacturing, distribution, automation, technology and service industries.

Previously Al was president of IDC, a manufacturer of robotic devices for industrial automation. After merging with seven other companies and acquiring an east coast business, IDC was sold to multi-national Danaher Corp (NYSE: DHR). Earlier in his career Al integrated business acquisitions, developed and launched products, led sales & marketing teams and built worldwide distribution channels.

Al holds Merger & Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI) and Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) designations. He has an MBA and a BS in engineering. He serves on the board of directors and is currently president of the California Association of Business Brokers.