Florida's manufacturing sector is larger than most people realise. The state is home to over 18,000 manufacturing establishments employing more than 375,000 workers, producing everything from aerospace components and medical devices to food products and industrial equipment. When the owners of these businesses are ready to exit, they deserve a buyer who understands the sector and respects what they have built. CMBB, led by Leonardo Obodoeke, is that buyer.
Florida's Manufacturing Landscape
Florida's manufacturing sector is concentrated in several key sub-sectors: aerospace and defence (particularly around the Space Coast), medical devices and healthcare equipment, food and beverage processing, marine manufacturing, and industrial machinery. The state's port infrastructure — including the Port of Miami, Port Everglades, and Port Tampa Bay — makes it a natural hub for manufacturing businesses with export or import-dependent supply chains. Buyers with operational expertise in these sectors are well-positioned to acquire and grow Florida manufacturing businesses.
Valuing a Florida Manufacturing Business
Florida manufacturing businesses are typically valued using a combination of earnings-based analysis and net asset value. The applicable multiple varies by sector, customer concentration, equipment age, and growth trajectory. Asset-intensive businesses with significant real estate or specialised equipment may command a premium on a net asset basis. CMBB conducts comprehensive valuations that account for both earnings power and asset value.
Finding the Right Buyer for a Florida Manufacturing Business
The right buyer for a Florida manufacturing business understands the operational complexity of the sector — equipment maintenance, workforce management, supply chain relationships, and regulatory compliance. Private equity firms often lack this operational depth and rely on management consultants to fill the gap. CMBB's team has direct operational experience in manufacturing and industrial services, enabling us to conduct thorough due diligence and manage businesses effectively post-acquisition.
The CMBB Approach to Florida Acquisitions
CMBB is actively acquiring manufacturing businesses in Florida with annual revenues between $1M and $20M. We acquire businesses to hold and operate for the long term — not to flip or consolidate. Our acquisition process is straightforward: a confidential initial conversation, a transparent valuation, a written offer with full methodology disclosed, and a due diligence process that is thorough but efficient. Most transactions close within 60–90 days of the initial offer. There are no fees charged to the seller.
If you own a manufacturing business in Florida and are considering your exit options, CMBB would welcome a confidential conversation.
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