Rob Rodriguez is a business broker and commercial realtor for Azul Business Advisory, a San Antonio based business consulting firm he founded with Drew Whelchel. He leads an active team involved in the acquisition and disposition of various types of commercial property and businesses throughout South Texas. Mr. Rodriguez earned his Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation in 2019 and has represented numerous clients in many real estate deals involving tens of millions of dollars with investors, buyers, and sellers throughout the globe.

Mr. Rodriguez is a strong advocate for business and the community and served on numerous municipal boards & commissions and many non-profit boards to include the City of San Antonio Planning Commission, American Red Cross, and Southside First Economic Development Foundation. He is a graduate of Leadership San Antonio (Class 33), and currently serves on numerous committees for multiple Chambers of Commerce and the San Antonio Board of Realtors and is the 2024 President of the CCIM-San Antonio and South Texas Chapter.

Rob has an MBA from the University of Texas at San Antonio and a BS in Education from Texas Tech University where he was honored as an R.O.T.C. Distinguished Military Graduate. A graduate of Harlandale High School, Mr. Rodriguez returned to San Antonio after serving in various leadership positions in the US Army both in forward areas overseas and while stationed at Fort Bragg. Rob is a parishioner at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and volunteers his time with various community service organizations to include the Knights of Columbus, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and The St Vincent de Paul Society. Rob has been married to his wife Melinda for over thirty years and they have three children & a dog: Megan (husband Hunter), Robbie, Diego, and “Cooper”.

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Drew is an M&A Advisor, Business Broker and expert in commercial real estate across Central Texas, covering coastal regions to Hill Country and major cities like San Antonio and Austin. Known for his exceptional service and innovative problem-solving, he skillfully assists developers, investors, and business owners in realizing their financial and visionary goals. Professionally, Drew’s expertise extends to navigating dynamic markets and business analysis, ensuring success for his clients in a complex  industry.

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Stephen Oliver is a native Texan living in San Antonio, Texas, certified as a CPA for 30 years, CFE (forensic examiner) for over 25 years and CVA (valuation expert) for over 17 years. Stephen enjoys working with entrepreneurs and business owners to achieve their life’s purpose and dreams. In 2020, Stephen relaunched his consulting practice primarily serving the San Antonio and surrounding communities in South Texas. At Gethsemane Partners, his practice is focused on providing strategic business advisory services based upon many principles known as his “Legacy 316” process to achieve “Next Step” decisions for his clients’ business and personal lives. The primary focus at Gethsemane Partners is to meet its clients’ needs to grow the business value, plan clients’ business and personal transition and guide the business exit. The firm’s services include business valuation, fractional accounting (controller and CFO levels), tax (individual, business, estate) and forensic accounting.

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Daniel Astleford has been passionate about small business since he was in college. His schooling in Accounting and subsequence experience in professional auditing and tax practices allowed him to get hands-on experience with small businesses. In 2022, he acquired Big Arrow Fireworks in a off-market transaction that lit a fire in him to acquire and grow small businesses. Big Arrow Fireworks acquired their competitor, Ranger Fireworks, the following year and is one of the largest DTC firework distributors in the Northern San Antonio area. In 2024, Daniel Founded his CPA firm and became a business broker and transaction advisor. He is passionate about Mainstreet businesses and works daily to improve the lives and financial circumstances of small business owners.

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Paul is a finance executive with over 30 years of progressive experience, including a decade as an independent consultant to the private middle market and more than 16 years as the CFO of a $275 million company (a subsidiary of a $44 billion public entity). His expertise spans managing Finance, Procurement, Contractual Sales, and IT functions for both private and public companies. Paul has a proven track record of boosting bottom-line performance by strategically and tactically partnering with senior teams to drive increased shareholder value. His leadership is marked by excellent communication and analytical skills, enabling him to guide cross-functional teams through coaching and motivational management. Paul’s key competencies include Strategic Planning & Forecasting, Accounting (GAAP), Trend Analysis, Auditing, Business Development Management, Procurement Management, Policy Development, Contract Negotiations & Management, Brand Management, and Pricing Strategy.

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Hyacinth brings over 10 years of experience in customer and client-facing roles and excels in fast-paced, dynamic environments. As a Business Valuation Analyst, she is responsible for analyzing financial data, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow, to estimate the most probable sale price of a business. Currently, she is conducting a business valuation focused on determining the most probable sale price by reviewing the income statement and mapping out the balance sheet to ensure accuracy.

In addition, she serves as an Administrative Support Specialist, offering essential support in data entry, appointment scheduling, and CRM management. With a background in real estate, Hyacinth has also assisted with closing documentation, email, and call management, and she additionally manages social media, overseeing client communications and engagement.

Hyacinth earned her Texas Association of Business Brokers certificate in Pricing Small Businesses and the Valuation Process in May 2024. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in Operations Management, from North Negros College in the Philippines. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies with her family, relaxing, and seeking new professional challenges to expand her skills.

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