Danielle Schwartz-Safko

Danielle Schwartz

Business Broker & Advisor | Helping Owners Maximize Value and Navigate Successful Exits

Danielle Schwartz works with business owners to successfully sell and transition their companies with confidence, clarity, and a focus on maximizing value.

She specializes in working with owner-operated and service-based businesses, helping sellers understand what their business is worth, how to position it effectively in the market, and how to navigate the sale process from start to finish. From valuation and buyer targeting to negotiation and closing, Danielle provides hands-on guidance to ensure deals move forward and results are achieved.

Her approach is both strategic and practical. Danielle focuses on preparing businesses to be market-ready, creating strong buyer demand, and maintaining momentum throughout the transaction process—so opportunities don’t stall or fall apart.

In addition to her work with clients, Danielle leads training and coaching initiatives across the Murphy Business network, working with brokers to strengthen pipeline, improve deal execution, and drive consistent results. This gives her a unique perspective on what’s working in today’s market and how to position deals to attract the right buyers.

Areas of Focus

• Selling small to lower middle-market businesses
• Business valuation and exit strategy
• Preparing businesses for sale (positioning & market readiness)
• Buyer sourcing and deal negotiation
• Managing transactions from listing to close

Who She Works With

Danielle works best with:

• Business owners considering a sale within the next 6–24 months
• Owners who want to understand and increase the value of their business before going to market
• Clients looking for a structured, guided process—not a “list and wait” approach

Why Choose Danielle

Selling a business is one of the most important financial decisions an owner will make—and it requires more than just listing a business on the market.

Danielle takes a hands-on, strategic approach to every engagement. She works closely with her clients to understand their goals, position their business effectively, and create a clear path from initial conversation to closing.

What sets Danielle apart is her focus on execution and follow-through. She doesn’t rely on passive marketing or a “wait and see” approach—instead, she actively manages the process, keeps deals moving, and ensures opportunities don’t stall.

Clients value her ability to:

• Provide clear guidance through what can feel like a complex and emotional process
• Maintain momentum and communication throughout the transaction
• Navigate challenges with a calm, solutions-oriented mindset

Her focus is simple: help business owners maximize value, stay informed, and move through the process with confidence.

Connect with Danielle

Thinking about selling your business—or just want to understand your options?

Reach out for a confidential conversation to discuss your goals, timing, and the best path forward.