Biography:

Eric has more than 30 years of entrepreneurial, leadership, and operations experience. Before joining Murphy Business Sales, Eric built his career through decades of hands-on business ownership and leadership. After attending Miami University, he launched his first business, a fulfillment and distribution company, which he successfully operated for ten years before selling. Eric then joined AED Enterprises, LLC (Dewey’s Pizza), where he spent over two decades as an Owner/Operator and Regional Manager. There, he oversaw multi-unit restaurant operations, market expansion, and team development across the St. Louis, Dayton, and Columbus markets, developing deep expertise in operational efficiency, growth strategy, and financial management.

Eric’s experience on both sides of the closing table allows him to truly empathize with business owners and buyers alike. He understands the challenges, rewards, and emotional aspects of entrepreneurship. His clients can expect a collaborative, integrity-driven approach, guided by honesty, discretion, and professionalism through every stage of the process from valuation to closing. Eric takes pride in helping clients maximize business value and achieve their personal and financial goals with confidence. His approach blends financial insight with real-world ownership experience, ensuring each transaction is handled with precision, integrity, and confidentiality.