Why Us?

What We Do

We help sellers get the best price and terms for their business.
We only represent sellers, and we only work with businesses in the energy sector.
We build a comprehensive sales packet for your business and solicit multiple offers from qualified buyers.
If your time horizon allows, we offer consulting services to help you position your business to receive enhanced value.

Why You Need Representation

We do the heavy lifting and make the transaction as efficient and stress-free as possible.
Sellers who are represented receive significantly higher value for their business vs non-represented sellers.
Sellers who receive representation are more likely to get the terms they desire.

Why You Should Choose Us

We are former industry executives with extensive buyer contacts.
We have been in the seller and buyer's shoes and know the value drivers that can get the best deal.
We can tackle whatever level of accounting you have in place and create a successful sales packet.
We are extremely thorough and will help you prepare your business for sale.
You will receive timely and clear communication on every step of the process, seven days a week.
We put your outlined goals first in everything we do.

About Us

After many years in the industry managing acquisition internally, we are convinced there is a better way to make this life-changing decision a less painful and more productive process. We have over 100 combined years of high-level operations experience including managing dozens of Acquisitions. Knowing the process from start to finish gives us the competitive advantage to ensure the seller is positioned in order to achieve the highest margin sale possible.

Ready now, or positioning your business for the future?

Our goal is to ensure you're ready to transition when the time is right for you and your company.

Operation Evaluation and Review

Complete operations review with valuation models to show options. We will suggest multiple options to expand cash flow and operations improvement.

Experience

Over 100 years combined experience in operations and financial management ranging from Fortune 800 companies to small privately held firms.

Start to Finish

Our goal is to enable you to determine the proper timing for transition to selling.

Real Operations Experience

We have the ground-up operations experience, technical and financial acumen to ensure the highest final valuation for your company.

Our Services

Our value proposition

At B&A Energy Partners LLC, we specialize in guiding propane business owners through the critical decisions of selling their business. Our services are designed to answer pivotal questions about the best time to sell, essential pre-sale preparations, and identify the right buyer for your business. With focus on strategic timing analysis, pre-sale advisory, comprehensive readiness assessments, we ensure that you are fully equipped and confident in your decision to sell. Our aim is to maximize your business's value and facilitate a smooth transition, providing you with expert guidance every step of the way.

We sell businesses

We put your outlined goals first in everything we do.

Business Valuation

Detailed business evaluations and financial guidance to properly present your business to our network of buyers. We find the buyer that matches our client's needs and wishes for the continuation of their legacy.

Strategic Timing Analysis

Determine the optimal time to sell with our in-depth market and timing analysis, ensuring you make the move when the value and demand are at their peak.

On Site Operations Review

On-site operation review to provide guidance and assistance in preparation for marketing your company and eventually selling.

Expert Consultation Network

Gain access to our network of industry experts and seasoned business consultants to guide you through the pre-sale process.

Tailored Solutions

Customized consulting services tailored to the specific needs and goals of each seller. Personalized strategies to optimize propane operations and maximize profitability.

Our Team

Derek Ashmore

Partner

Derek started his propane career in the Pacific Northwest in 2005 managing a multi-district operation for one of the majors. In 2008 he was asked to move to the Denver area and became a Regional Operations Vice President overseeing multiple states and complex business units. This continued till 2017 when he decided to pursue a Senior Operations leadership role with a privately held and growth-oriented propane company. Over his six years of overseeing territories from coast to coast, he assisted in multiple acquisitions and experienced growth from the 19th to sixth largest propane company in the US. Derek has tremendous operational acumen as well as acquisitional experience to ensure nothing is left unaccounted for. Derek is now driven to assist others through the challenging steps of business management and business transition to ensure sellers obtain their desired outcomes

Trent Bischoff

Partner

Trent began his propane career in 2007 and worked for a Fortune 800 propane company for eight years prior to moving into the midstream oil and gas industry, and has been in that segment of the market ever since. Trent started his propane career as a General Manager for the south Texas market and worked his way through the ranks to become a Region Manager with stints in Texas, Washington, Oregon, Oklahoma, Kansas and Colorado. In 2014 Trent took a job in the midstream oil and gas logistics arena working for a bi-national company as Region Manager in Colorado. He quickly moved through the ranks, becoming Regional Director of the Rockies and eventually General Manager of U.S. Trucking operations reporting to the CEO. Trent was also a small business owner who sold his business and understands the process of positioning and timing of taking a business to market. Trent has now changed his focus to helping those positioning to sell their company. Similar to Derek, Trent has vast operations experience that he wants to translate into helping others realize their full potential as they market their company for sale

Benny Gay

Director of Client Development

Benny has over 40 years of propane industry experience, from hands-on delivery and service work to running an independent multi-branch company then serving as Vice President of Operations, Safety, Risk Management and Fleet for a large multi-state marketer. Having sold a company, Benny understands the seller’s needs and concerns from preparing the company for sale to selecting a buyer who will protect the company’s legacy. He also understands the buyer’s perspective, having served a key role in more than 50 transactions. Benny is well versed in the entire process from due diligence through closing with a focus on seamless employee transitions and uninterrupted customer service

David Woolard

Director of Finance

David started in the energy sector in 2009 and has worked for multi-billion dollar companies focused on liquids delivery and storage operations. David has both an operational and financial background. He has experience as a Regional Operations Director, responsible for trucking operations, dispatch, and customer interface. He also held roles in finance and accounting, ascending to the level of General Manager, responsible for daily back-office procedures as well as project evaluation and mergers & acquisitions. David has crafted many purchase/sale agreements. At this point he is focused on supporting small business operators to receive the best value and terms in the sale of their business. David is passionate about helping business owners achieve retirement and financial freedom while minimizing taxes and uncertainty