Biography of Kevin Payne

With decades of operational leadership, engineering expertise, and business management experience, Kevin brings a disciplined and analytical approach to business brokerage. Before launching his brokerage, he held senior roles including Plant Manager and Vice President of Operations in the chemical industry, where he led complex teams, managed multimillion-dollar projects, and drove process improvements across multiple regions.

A certified Six Sigma Green Belt and Kepner-Tregoe instructor, Kevin is known for his strategic thinking, precision, and commitment to operational excellence. His ability to assess, structure, and improve businesses provides unique value to both sellers and buyers navigating the transaction process.



Outside of business, Kevin is an avid long-distance runner and 13-time marathon finisher—an achievement that mirrors the persistence, focus, and endurance he brings to every client relationship.