Independence, OH – October 7, 2025 – The International Business Brokers Association® (IBBA) is pleased to announce the results of its 2026 Board of Governors election. The following individuals were elected by the membership to serve a three-year term from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028:
- Sarah Grossman, CBI – Second Term, Needham, MA
- Austin Zhao, CBI – Second Term, Houston, TX
- Kara Brytzwa, CBI – Second Term, Edmonds, WA
- Brian Stephens, MCBI – First Term, Brandon, FL
- Heather Valeri, CBI – First Term, Mount Pleasant, SC
The Board also unanimously approved Sarah Grossman, CBI, of Massachusetts as the 2027 Chair of the Board.
“We are thrilled to welcome these outstanding professionals to the IBBA Board of Governors,” said Erin Crawford, 2025 IBBA Chair of the Board. “Each of them brings invaluable experience, insight, and a strong commitment to advancing the business brokerage profession. I am especially pleased to congratulate Sarah Grossman as our 2027 Chair-Elect—her leadership and passion will continue to strengthen our association and the industry as a whole.”
Board members are nominated by the IBBA Nominating Committee and elected by the membership. Each serves a three-year term, with a maximum of two consecutive terms. The Committee also presents the annual Chair recommendation for Board approval; the Chair serves a one-year term.
About the International Business Brokers Association® (IBBA)
Formed in 1984 and representing more than 3,100 members worldwide, the International Business Brokers Association® (IBBA) is the largest nonprofit professional association for business brokers. The IBBA provides education, benefits, conferences, professional designations, and networking opportunities to support business brokers globally. It also awards the prestigious Certified Business Intermediary (CBI)® designation to qualifying business brokers. Learn more at www.ibba.org.
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