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Cristianna Gunsten is a strategic business advisor, seasoned entrepreneur, and co-founder of The Exit Company, where she leads the firm’s business brokerage and exit planning services with integrity, insight, and an owner’s perspective. With a diverse background in business ownership, wholesale distribution, and consulting, Cristianna brings firsthand transactional experience and deep empathy for business owners navigating complex sales and transitions.
Before founding The Exit Company, Cristianna operated and scaled businesses across different industries, including wholesale distribution. Most notably, she and her partners built and sold an alcohol distribution company — a transaction that shaped her passion for helping others achieve their goals. That personal experience on the seller’s side gives her an uncommon advantage: she doesn’t just advise business owners — she truly understands their journey.
Cristianna holds a Bachelor of Science in International Business Management from the University of Nevada and furthered her global perspective with Spanish studies at the University of the Basque Country in San Sebastián, Spain. Rich academic training and real-world experience combine to make her a trusted partner for entrepreneurs preparing for exit, acquisition, valuation, or strategic growth.
Her professional engagement in the broader business brokerage community includes active membership in the California Association of Business Brokers (CABB) and the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA), and she is currently pursuing the Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) designation — further demonstrating her commitment to best-in-class valuation expertise and ethical standards in deal execution.
Cristianna’s approach is personalized, confident, and results-oriented — built on understanding clients’ goals, navigating market complexity, and guiding every deal with clarity and professionalism.
DRE License No. 02157011
Tim Gunsten is a co-founder and lead broker at The Exit Company who works closely with business owners to help them navigate one of the most important decisions of their lives — selling their business. Known for his straightforward communication style and steady presence throughout the transaction process, Tim is deeply involved in every deal from initial strategy through closing. His focus is simple: protect his clients’ interests, keep deals moving forward, and make sure nothing gets missed along the way.
Tim’s professional foundation is in commercial real estate brokerage, where he built strong relationships with hundreds of business owners, advising them on complex transactions and real-estate-related strategic opportunities. Recognizing the natural synergy between commercial assets and business enterprises, Tim transitioned into business brokerage to better serve owners who were ready to sell, grow, or transition their businesses.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Nevada, Reno, providing a strong analytical framework for valuation, deal structuring, and market analysis. His financial acumen enhances his ability to identify opportunities, understand business fundamentals, and guide owners through every phase of the exit process.
At The Exit Company, Tim blends traditional brokerage principles with modernized processes and strategies, ensuring each transaction is optimized for value, timing, and client priorities. His background helps the firm streamline complex deal mechanics while maintaining an unwavering focus on transparent communication and proactive client service.
Whether advising a first-time seller or guiding a seasoned owner through a multi-million-dollar exit, Tim’s commitment to excellence, strategic thinking, and client success consistently elevates the brokerage experience.
DRE License No. 02195765
Jeff Edwards is an entrepreneur and business broker who brings real-world ownership experience to every transaction. He began his entrepreneurial journey at 27 years old, founding and operating his own business, which he successfully grew, scaled, and ultimately sold.
Experiencing the exit process firsthand gave Jeff a deep understanding of the financial complexity, operational demands, and emotional weight involved in selling a business.Having sat on the seller’s side of the table, Jeff understands that an exit is rarely just a transaction. It is the culmination of years of hard work, personal sacrifice, and identity tied to a business. That perspective allows him to connect authentically with owners, anticipate challenges before they arise, and guide clients through the process with empathy, transparency, and practicality.
At The Exit Company, Jeff works closely with business owners to prepare their companies for market, position them strategically, and navigate negotiations with confidence. He is detail-oriented and focused on protecting his clients’ interests throughout the process.Jeff is motivated by helping owners translate years of effort into the next phase of their lives, ensuring the outcome of a sale supports the time, flexibility, and personal goals they worked so hard to create.
Todd Tucker is a forward‑thinking professional and licensed Broker known for his strategic mindset and modern, solutions‑driven approach. He also brings several decades of experience as a pioneer and innovator in the medical device industry, where his work helped advance industry standards.
Todd is recognized for navigating complex transactions with clarity and integrity, always prioritizing the goals of the people he serves. His commitment to continuous improvement keeps him ahead of industry trends, ensuring clients benefit from informed, forward‑looking strategies.
