vcardAndrew Laufenberg

Senior Deal Associate
4030 West Boy Scout Blvd
Suite 500
Tampa FL 33607
About

Andrew grew up in Iowa before relocating to the Southern U.S. to escape the harsh Midwest winters and pursue his academic and professional goals. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance, with minors in Leadership and Real Estate, from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. During his time at NSU, Andrew developed his expertise in finance, sales, and leadership, serving as Treasurer of the Student Government, an Admissions Ambassador, a member of the Presidential Advisory Board, and completing various internships.

To further enhance his qualifications, Andrew obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship. His MBA coursework focused on advanced corporate finance, business administration, financial analysis, real estate development, and investment strategies. Since joining Benchmark in December 2021, he has played a pivotal role as a key member of one of our esteemed transaction teams, furthering his financial acumen and leadership skills.

Success

Andrew collaborates with several businesses from diverse sectors, such as construction, technology, consulting, and distribution. These companies include Scapesgroup, D & D Roofing, International Restaurant Distributors, Image Matters, and more, indicating his broad professional engagement across multiple industries.

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Sample of Involvement

Our Success
International Restaurant Distributors, Inc.Acquired ByHart & Price Corporation
Seller
International Restaurant Distributors, Inc.
Acquirer
Hart & Price Corporation
Industry
Consumer, Food, and Retail
D TEL Telecommunications, Inc.Acquired ByResponsive Technology Partners
Seller
D TEL Telecommunications, Inc.
Acquirer
Responsive Technology Partners
Industry
Technology
D & D Roofing, Inc.Acquired ByBell Roofing
Seller
D & D Roofing, Inc.
Acquirer
Bell Roofing
Industry
Construction
Scapes Group, LLCAcquired ByCharter Vista Landscaping, LLC
Seller
Scapes Group, LLC
Acquirer
Charter Vista Landscaping, LLC
Industry
Business Products and Services
GEOGRAPH Technologies, LLCAcquired ByAbingdon Software Group
Seller
GEOGRAPH Technologies, LLC
Acquirer
Abingdon Software Group
Industry
Technology
Micro-Precision Technologies, Inc.Acquired ByGreat River Capital Partners
Seller
Micro-Precision Technologies, Inc.
Acquirer
Great River Capital Partners
Industry
Energy, Resources, and Utilities
World Panel Products IncAcquired ByIndependent Investor
Seller
World Panel Products Inc
Acquirer
Independent Investor
Industry
Construction
Square One Coating Systems, LLCAcquired ByLionheart Industrial Group
Seller
Square One Coating Systems, LLC
Acquirer
Lionheart Industrial Group
Industry
Industrial
D.T. Woodcrafters CorpAcquired ByHollywood Woodwork
Seller
D.T. Woodcrafters Corp
Acquirer
Hollywood Woodwork
Industry
Construction
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Education

Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship Master of Business Administration

Nova Southeastern UniversityBBA in Finance, Leadership, Property Management

Experience

Andrew’s prowess spans finance, accounting, sales, strategy, and negotiations. In addition to his successes at Benchmark, he founded his own company within the car rental industry, gaining invaluable hands-on experience in company formation, financial management, market research, and the execution of strategic initiatives. He also has a strong background in property management, having worked in both HOA and multifamily residential sectors. As an Assistant Manager, Andrew played a key role in overseeing the sales operations of a complex comprising more than 900 units. Andrew is a licensed Florida real estate associate.

Passion

Andrew is committed to understanding his clients’ needs and negotiating successful deals. Recognizing that selling a business can be an emotional, complex, and stressful experience, he takes pride in guiding clients through the process with a focus on providing clarity and support. Leveraging his expertise in finance and negotiation, Andrew works diligently to achieve the best possible results for his clients.