Brian Aagaard

Brian Aagaard is the founder of Cooperhawk Business Brokers, bringing more than a decade of business brokerage experience and a professional foundation built on relationships, integrity, and practical guidance. Before founding Cooperhawk, Brian spent nine years with an established Minnesota business brokerage firm, gaining experience across diverse industries and developing lasting relationships with business owners, buyers, and professional advisors. His approach emphasizes thoughtful preparation, realistic expectations, confidentiality, and clear communication. Brian works with owners considering a business sale, qualified buyers pursuing acquisitions, and the attorneys, accountants, lenders, and financial advisors involved in the transaction process. Through Cooperhawk, Brian is committed to providing straightforward, experienced guidance while recognizing that every business, owner, and transaction is unique.

Specialty Areas

• Accommodations
• Agriculture
• Auto Related Businesses
• Business Services
• Construction
• eCommerce
• Entertainment & Recreation
• Finance & Insurance
• Food & Beverage
• Health Care/Social Assistance
• Industrial Services
• Information
• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Print and Media
• Real Estate Rental & Leasing
• Retail Trade
• Technical Services
• Transportation
• Waste Management
• Wholesale Trade