Officers & Directors

Meet the Leadership Behind Arizona’s Most Trusted Business Brokers

Leading with Integrity, Experience, & Service

AZBBA was founded to bring structure, professionalism, and ethical leadership to an evolving industry. By setting clear ethical and educational standards, AZBBA raises the bar for everyone involved in Arizona’s business brokerage market.

Officers & Directors

Ryan Armstrong

President

Transworld Business Advisors

Ryan Armstrong is the President of AZBBA and a trusted advisor with Transworld Business Advisors. With years of experience helping business owners navigate complex sales and acquisitions, Ryan is dedicated to supporting Arizona’s broker community through education, collaboration, and integrity in every transaction.

Dr. Fernando Acosta

Vice President

First Choice Business Brokers Phoenix

Dr. Fernando Acosta, Vice President of AZBBA, leads with both business and academic excellence. As a senior broker with First Choice Business Brokers Phoenix, he specializes in valuations, M&A, and ethical deal-making. Holding a Doctorate in Management and multiple business degrees, he is dedicated to elevating Arizona business brokerage standards.

Shaun Rudgear

Membership Chair

Arizona Medical Practice Brokers (Strategic Medical Brokers)

As Membership Chair for AZBBA, Shaun Rudgear brings extensive experience in healthcare business sales through Strategic Medical Brokers. His firm specializes in selling medical practices, helping physicians and healthcare owners achieve maximum value with minimal disruption while advancing high standards for Arizona’s brokerage community.

Annette Anderson

Secretary

Arizona Escrow & Financial Corp

Annette Anderson serves as Secretary for AZBBA and represents Arizona Escrow & Financial Corp, where she brings deep expertise in escrow management and compliance. With a focus on transparency, trust, and service, Annette helps Arizona business brokers and clients navigate smooth and secure business transactions statewide.

Isabel Gram

Association Attorney

Constant Counsel

As Association Attorney for AZBBA, Isabel Gram provides the legal guidance that underpins the organization’s ethical foundation. Through her firm, Constant Counsel, Isabel advises Arizona business brokers and clients on contracts, compliance, and best practices that ensure professionalism and trust in every transaction.

Hani Aldulaimi

Board Member

KW Commercial Infinity Group

Board Member Hani Aldulaimi brings over 20 years of experience in commercial real estate and business brokerage to AZBBA. A Cornell graduate and founder of the Commercial Petroleum Group, Hani has managed over $500 million in transactions and remains committed to strengthening Arizona’s brokerage industry through integrity and innovation.

Tim Collins

Treasurer & Affiliate Chair

American Momentum Bank

Tim Collins serves as Treasurer and Affiliate Chair for AZBBA, representing American Momentum Bank. With decades of experience in business banking and finance, Tim supports Arizona business brokers and their clients with tailored lending solutions, financial insight, and a collaborative approach that promotes local economic growth.

Standing Committees

Membership
Committee:

Shaun Rudgear
(Membership Chair)

Social
Committee:

Elyse Gonzales
(Social Chair)

Membership
Committee:

Ryan Armstrong
(Communication Chair)

Education
Committee:

Nolan Baum
(Education Chair)

Listings
Committee:

Bryan Jones
(Listing Chair)

Building a Stronger Future for Arizona Business Brokerage

AZBBA’s Officers and Directors lead with purpose: advancing ethics, education, and cooperation among all Arizona business brokers. We invite you to be part of this mission to raise the bar for business brokerage, support Arizona entrepreneurs, and shape a stronger future together.

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