ABOUT KYLE
Kyle Griffith, originally from Trinidad and Tobago, is Managing Partner and Principal at The NYBB Group and CEO and Founder of Eminae Network. He brings more than 25 years of experience in business ownership and management, and a hands‑on approach to guiding owners through exits and acquisitions. Kyle holds the Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) and Certified M&A Professional (CM&AP) credentials. He has earned multiple IBBA Member Excellence Awards, including Chairman’s Circle and Outstanding Producer.
Kyle is the Immediate Past Chair and current Board Governor of the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA). He also serves on the boards of the International Association of Business Intermediaries (IABI) and the New York Association of Business Brokers (NYABB), and is a past board member of The M&A Source and the Business Intermediary Education Foundation. His service to the business community has been recognized by the Nassau County Office of Minority Affairs and Schneps Media’s Kings of Queens. He is an alumnus of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. The NYBB Group is a certified Minority Business Enterprise through the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).
Beyond sell‑side and buy‑side advisory, Kyle supports owners when a company includes both the business and the real estate through NYBB Commercial Real Estate Inc. He is also a member partner of the Cornerstone International Alliance, the only global M&A alliance focused on the lower middle market. Kyle often speaks on topics such as when to sell, how to build a sellable business, common seller mistakes, and how to grow by acquisition. His goal is simple: help owners sell well, buyers buy smart, and communities grow stronger.”
"I help owners master their exit with clear steps, clean process, and confident negotiation."
Kyle S. Griffith
CBI, CM&AP
Managing Partner at The NYBB Group and CEO of Eminae Network. With over 25 years in business ownership and management, Kyle helps owners plan and execute successful exits and acquisitions.
Education + certifications:
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CBI — Certified Business Intermediary (IBBA)
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CM&AP — Certified M&A Professional (IBBA)
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Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP + BOard service
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International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) — Board of Governors (elected 2019); Past Chair; Chief Governance Officer; Co-Chair, Member Engagement Committee.
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M&A Source — Board/Member Engagement leadership.
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International Association of Business Intermediaries (IABI) — Board Member.
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New York Association of Business Brokers (NYABB) — Board leadership.
CORE EXPERTISE
Business valuations • Sell-side M&A • Buy-side sourcing • Confidential marketing • Deal negotiation • Exit readiness • Industry focus: HVAC & Plumbing, Trucking/Distribution
OWNERSHIP INTERESTS
The NYBB Group, LLC. Managing Partner & Principal
The NYBB Group is a full-service, boutique merger and acquisition and business advisory firm specializing in the confidential sale, acquisition, and valuation of small and mid-sized, privately held businesses with revenues up to $100 million. >> https://thenybbgroup.com
Eminae Network, CEO & Founder
Eminae Network is an exclusive membership-based organization providing CEOs, investors, and trusted advisors with strategies and resources for maximizing value in company exits and acquisitions. >> https://eminae.com
Cornerstone International Alliance (CIA Member)
The Cornerstone International Alliance is the world’s only global M&A alliance focused exclusively on the lower middle market. >> https://cornerstoneia.com/
NYBB Commercial Real Estate Inc., Managing Partner and Principal
NYBB Commercial Real Estate, a sister company of The NYBB Group, expertly markets transactions that involve both commercial real estate and business operations. We specialize in helping owners maximize the sale value of their combined business and property assets.
