WASHINGTON PARTNERS, LLC
TAMPA, FLORIDA

Washington Partners, LLC, established in 1999 by entrepreneur George Chaconas, specializes in providing intermediary services for lower-middle market business owners focused on exit or growth strategies. The firm offers expert insight into the timing and readiness of businesses for sale through its experienced mergers and acquisition specialists. With a solid foundation in the industry, Mr. Chaconas has an extensive background in managing several businesses, including his roles with Professional Business Brokers, National Business Brokers, and Equitable Business & Financial Services. His leadership extends beyond Washington Partners as he is also the head of the Southeastern Automotive Division and the National Harley-Davidson & PowerSports Division for Performance Brokerage Services. The team at Washington Partners includes prominent figures like Mike Schmedt, a veteran in mergers and acquisitions who brings over 16 years of experience and has successfully closed transactions valued above $1.1 billion. He has contributed significantly to Quality Distribution Inc. as Acquisitions Director and held pivotal roles in Brooke Franchise Corporation and J.W. Parker & Company. Adding to the expertise, Mr. Hyden serves as a business valuation expert and M&A advisor with a career spanning various financial institutes, including The Financial Valuation Group and Merrill Lynch. His educational credentials include degrees from Syracuse University and Pace University, along with multiple professional certifications like CPA and ABV. Mr. Pardo complements the team with his channel marketing expertise developed during his tenure at Newell Rubbermaid’s Lenox Industrial Tools division and his successful management of significant sales accounts. Underpinning Washington Partners' strategic operations is Mrs. Chaconas, who joined in 2016 to enhance business relationships and development efforts. Washington Partners is incorporated in Florida (Fei Number: 593661455) with its headquarters at POST OFFICE BOX 22556, TAMPA, FL, 33622. For more information, you can visit their website [washingtonpartners.com](http://www.washingtonpartners.com) or contact them by phone at (813) 254-9274.