Assegid “AZ” Habtewold is a Commercial Real Estate Specialist, Business Broker, and Strategic Growth Advisor with eXp Commercial- a global leader in innovative real estate solutions. AZ leverages cutting-edge technologies, a worldwide network, and strategic partnerships to deliver end-to-end commercial real estate and business brokerage services. Collaborating with seasoned industry experts and a multidisciplinary team of professionals, he provides clients with tailored strategies that transcend traditional brokerage.
Key Differentiators:
Data-Driven Decision-Making: Conduct comprehensive market and financial analyses to identify high-potential opportunities aligned with investor objectives.
Investor-Centric Approach: Source off-market deals matching client criteria and facilitate seamless transactions through partnerships with CPAs, attorneys, lenders, and regulatory experts.
Post-Acquisition Value Creation: Offer ongoing support to optimize operations, reduce overhead, and implement scalable systems, driving asset valuation growth within 3–5 years. Whether the goal is resale, refinancing, or IPO readiness, I ensure clients achieve long-term financial success.
Areas of Expertise:
Business Brokerage & Exit Readiness
Commercial Property Sales, Leasing, & Investment
Creative Deal Structuring
Market & Financial Analysis
1031 Exchange
Property and Business Valuation
Creating Systems, Processes, & Scaling
Strategic Thinking & Planning
Organizational & Leadership Development
Presentation & Influence Coaching
Structuring Offers, Branding, Marketing, Sales, and Automation
Background & Education:
Originally from Ethiopia and came to the US in 2005.
Lives in Tampa, Florida.
Holds a Doctor of Strategic Leadership, a Master’s in Computer Science, and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.
Studied, and worked across multiple fields, such as in Science & Research, Manufacturing, Health Care, Technology, etc.
CCIM & CBI designations candidate.
Passed Securities exams, such as SIE and Series 65.
Active member of organizations such as (IBBA, CCIM, Tampa Bay REIA, Greater Tampa Bay Chamber, Project Management Institute, SHRM, ATD, & the National Speakers Association.
Published author of six books on leadership and personal growth.
Produces and Hosts Shows and Podcasts.
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