Brian Smith

Business Transfer Specialist

Brian Smith has been a pioneering leader in the online food delivery space for over two decades. As a respected thought-leader in the fast-paced, disruptive world of online delivery and e-commerce, Brian has built a reputation for his ability to set new standards of excellence and build highly successful brands from the ground up by responsibly leveraging technology in innovative ways.

In 1995 he started his first company, Reliable Boxes, a packaging supply company while attending the University of Wisconsin-Madison. It was quickly noticed and purchased by Mail Boxes Etc., who in turn was purchased by UPS a few years later. After graduating and moving back to New York City, Brian made his mark in the budding industry of online food delivery, starting NYCTOGO.com which was later sold to a tier-1 investment firm. This service still operates today as Delivery.com.

Brian took a break from the tech world after selling NYCTOGO and launched a successful career in the music industry, making a name for himself as a highly sought-after international DJ and music producer. After launching multiple record labels, Brian was blessed with the opportunity to work with many leading musical artists including remixing for the likes of Nelly Furtado and Paris Hilton. Brian has also worked at the executive level in the fashion industry, leading a company division responsible for over $10 million in annual sales.
Today, Brian brings his diverse background and peerless business development expertise to Murphy Business and is excited to help business owners from all walks of life reach new levels of success. No matter the scope of the project, type of industry, or desired objective, Brian is not afraid of taking on new challenges and exploring unfamiliar territory. With Brian, entrepreneurs are gaining a trustworthy, quality-driven intermediary ready to assist them in achieving their business goals.

Darren Smith

Business Broker – Franchise Owner
Darren Smith is a Business Intermediary, advisor, and successful entrepreneur with over 25 years of business and ownership experience. Over the course of his career, Darren has had a tremendous amount of success and experience advising clients and partners around the world. As a franchise owner and Business Intermediary at Murphy Business and Financial, Darren works tirelessly to serve his clients who are looking to buy or sell a business.
As a trusted advisor and visionary business leader with a natural ability to identify the needs of his clients, Darren is perfectly positioned to help advise his clients at every stage of the buying and selling process. He is dedicated to representing his clients with integrity, knowledge, and the highest standards of ethics.
Darren graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and earned his MBA from Pace University-Lubin School of Business. He has had a successful career at his own company Material Eyes Inc. that he founded in 1995 and grew into a multimillion-dollar business.
Are you looking for a highly respected Business Intermediary to advise you in buying or selling a business? Connect with Darren today and let him make a complex process, an easy seamless experience.

Larry Lynn

Business Intermediary

Larry Lynn brings over 25 years of experience in the real estate sector to his role as a Business Intermediary at Murphy Business Sales in Montclair, NJ. Previously, Larry owned and operated a successful residential property management company. His daily interactions with professionals, vendors, tenants, and staff have equipped him with a deep understanding of the market and client needs. In addition to his property management expertise, Larry has 20 years of experience as a property & casualty insurance broker. This dual background in real estate and insurance equips him with a unique perspective on business operations and risk management, allowing him to provide invaluable insights to his clients.

Larry, who holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Maryland, prides himself on his professionalism and integrity and is committed to helping business owners navigate the complexities of buying and selling businesses, ensuring a smooth and successful transaction process.
Larry and his wife, Nicole, a dedicated first-grade teacher, are proud parents of twin teenagers who are currently seniors in high school. In his free time, Larry cherishes moments spent at the beach with his family, enjoys golfing, and watching his son play at all his baseball games.
Larry’s commitment to family values reflects in both his personal and professional life, driving him to create meaningful connections and foster teamwork in all his endeavors.