About IBBA

The International Business Brokers Association ® (IBBA ®) is a trade association of business brokers providing education, conferences, professional designations and networking opportunities.

Formed in 1983, IBBA is the largest non-profit association specifically formed to meet the needs of people and firms engaged in various aspects of business brokerage, and mergers and acquisitions.

Today, the IBBA has more than 1,500 members in all parts of the world.

The IBBA strives to create a professional relationship with successful business transaction advisors (i.e. CPA's, bankers, attorneys, and other related associations), to increase the image and value of the IBBA to its members and to be a leader in the exchange of business referrals.

IBBA Objectives

The IBBA is the only organization providing educational courses to the business broker profession. The IBBA provides timely information and training to help members be more successful in conducting business.

The Association will manage the certification process to ensure that professional skills are attained and that the value of certification is marketed to the key business people.

Several awards are given by the board of directors to members that have made a significant contribution to the association.

The portfolio of member benefits changes to keep pace with the needs of the membership. The Association continuously evaluates its programs to assure the members are receiving enhanced programs.

The M&A Source is an exclusive membership opportunity open to business intermediaries engaged in M&A activities. The IBBA will continue to coordinate and support the growth of the M&A Source and the M&A Expo which brings business intermediaries and Private Equity Groups together twice a year.

The Association also works towards becoming a resource to affiliates by providing services to build serious working alliances that are rewarding to all parties.