Karen Libby, Engagement Manager

Karen Libby is an Engagement Manager with The NYBB Group, where she has been an integral part of the team since 2018. With eight years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, Karen works closely with business owners throughout the process of bringing their companies to market, often serving as a primary point of contact and helping clients navigate what can be a complex and highly personal transaction.

From the initial engagement through due diligence, Karen works alongside the lead advisor to keep each transaction organized and moving forward. She coordinates the collection of information needed to prepare marketing materials, assists with prospect research and outreach, screens and manages prospective buyers, coordinates meetings, and helps organize and maintain confidential due diligence materials. Throughout the process, she places a strong emphasis on communication, confidentiality, organization, and being readily accessible to clients.

Karen brings a diverse professional background to her role. Prior to joining The NYBB Group, she worked as a senior graphic artist for both a flower bulb wholesaler and a nationwide tool distributor. She later gained firsthand exposure to the challenges of business ownership while providing executive and administrative assistance to her then-husband, as he built a very successful HVAC company. Her combination of creative, administrative, operational, and client-relations experience gives her a unique perspective when working with business owners across a wide range of industries.

Karen understands that selling a business is much more than a financial transaction, it is often the culmination of decades of hard work and one of the most significant decisions an owner will make. She takes pride in helping clients stay informed, protecting their confidentiality and interests, and ensuring they have a knowledgeable and accessible point of support throughout the process.