Fred Petito, President and Owner of Transworld Business Advisors of Essex and Hudson Counties is a Certified Mergers and Acquisitions Advisor (CM&AA) and a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA). As a business intermediary and an experienced professional in mergers, acquisitions, and exit planning, Fred is dedicated to helping business owners build a lasting legacy by enabling them to exit their businesses successfully and profitably.
With over 25 years of experience as a C-level executive and senior leader in large multinational firms, roll-up mergers, and startups, Fred has advised both midsized founder-led companies and large global corporations across various industries. Fred began his career as an attorney specializing in commercial, estate planning, and tax law.
Fred’s business training includes a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Pace University and the completion of the Executive Development Program at Columbia Business School. In addition to his CM&AA and CEPA certifications, he is also a Board-Certified Coach (BCC) and a Certified Leadership Coach.