
Wes Winnekins
Business Broker

612-850-5006

612-454-5227

bslipka@sunbeltmidwest.com

1300 Godward St. NE, Suite 6000, Minneapolis, MN 55413

About
Wes is an experienced finance and operations professional with over thirty years of experience in the areas of accounting, finance, business strategy development, M&A transactions, start-ups and business turnaround. Wes brings a unique business perspective from operating at senior levels in small publicly-held and private businesses with revenue ranging from $1 million to $80 million. Over the course of his career, Wes has managed corporate buy and sell side transactions totaling over $100 million and has raised approximately $75 million in equity and debt capital to fund strategic acquisitions.
Wes’ experience working with sellers and buyers in a corporate setting will be invaluable to clients that entrust their selling and buying experience to Sunbelt Business Advisors. In addition, Wes’ industry experience is diverse, encompassing medical device, light manufacturing, franchising, financial services, healthcare services, fitness/health management services, software and Internet commerce.
Wes is a CPA (inactive) and graduated from Iowa State University with a BBA in Accounting. Wes lives in Plymouth with his wife and enjoys spending time at the cabin working in his shop and fishing.
Industry Specialization
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Strategy and Execution
Small Business Growth, Transition, and Exit Advisory
Private Equity and Portfolio Management
Entrepreneurship and Business Development
Commercial Real Estate Investment and Management
In Their Words
Our clients trust Sunbelt Business Advisors to protect their legacy, navigate every detail, and secure the outcome their life’s work deserves. Their stories reflect the honesty, care, and expertise we bring to every engagement.


Joe Jelinek
AEC - Roofing & Exterior Construction


Mitchell Mulert
Landscaping


Dan Sundin
Technology/IT



Maximize Your Life’s Work
Your business is more than an asset–it’s your heart, your team, and your impact. Partner with Sunbelt Business Advisors to navigate your exit while honoring everything you’ve built or to buy a business and continue building your legacy.








