Transworld Business Advisors of Florida Expands M&A Team with the Addition of Industry Veteran David K. Founds

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. — Transworld M&A Advisors announced the addition of David K. Founds, PA as a Managing Director for the firm’s middle-market mergers and acquisitions division. Founds brings more than four decades of executive leadership, business development, and strategic planning experience to the role. Throughout his career, he has worked with privately held companies, Fortune 500 organizations, and international businesses across the United States, the Caribbean, and Europe.

“David brings the experience our clients value,” said Andy Cagnetta, Founder of Transworld Business Advisors and CEO of Transworld Business Advisors of Florida. “He has led companies, advised business owners, and understands the complexities of buying and selling privately held businesses. We are pleased to welcome him to Transworld and look forward to the expertise he will bring to clients throughout South Florida.”

In his new role, Founds will represent owners of privately held middle-market companies through the confidential sale and acquisition process. He will work with clients to prepare their companies for market, identify qualified buyers, negotiate transactions, and guide deals through closing.

A Florida Licensed Sales Associate, Founds brings experience in mergers and acquisitions, business brokerage, project development, site acquisition, construction, financing, commercial real estate, and strategic marketing. His executive background allows him to approach transactions from both the buyer's and seller's perspective, helping clients achieve their business and financial objectives.

Prior to joining Transworld, Founds served as Mergers and Acquisitions Director at World Business Brokers, where he advised buyers and sellers on business transactions throughout South Florida. Earlier in his career, he held executive leadership positions with privately held companies, Fortune 500 organizations, and international businesses in the apparel manufacturing, nutraceutical, chemical technology, cosmeceutical, food and beverage, and retail industries.

“I've spent my career helping companies grow, expand, and create long-term value,” adds Founds. “Joining Transworld M&A Advisors allows me to work alongside one of the most respected teams in the industry while helping business owners successfully navigate one of the most significant decisions they’ll make.”

Founds earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Business Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University. A longtime Fort Lauderdale resident and United States Army veteran, he believes integrity, trust, and lasting relationships are the foundation of every successful client engagement.