Rick Zirbes

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About Me

I’m Rick Zirbes, business broker with The Zirbes Group, and lifelong entrepreneur rooted in the Twin Cities. Whether you’re an owner preparing to exit a business you’ve built from the ground up, or an entrepreneur ready to acquire a new opportunity, I’m here to guide you with clarity, integrity, and a strategy tailored to your goals.

For more than 40 years, I built and ran companies in the automotive industry, specializing in the restoration and recalibration of advanced vehicle safety and driver-assistance systems, from airbags to lane-keeping and collision-avoidance technologies. That hands-on experience taught me what it really means to build a business: the long hours, the tough calls, the constant need to deliver quality under pressure. It’s that real-world foundation that gives me a distinct advantage when working with owners and buyers.

At The Zirbes Group, I offer a hands-on, discreet process for sellers, one that highlights your business’s true value and positions it in front of serious, qualified buyers. For buyers, I help you navigate opportunities that match your objectives, guiding you through due diligence and negotiation with an eye toward long-term success.

I’ve spent my life in the Twin Cities, and I currently live in Prior Lake. My roots here give me a strong understanding of the local business landscape and a deep respect for the resilience and ambition of business owners in this community.

If you’re looking to sell with confidence, buy with clarity, or simply explore what’s possible — I’m here to help make your next move strategic, smart, and successful.

About My Company

At the Zirbes Group we understand your business is more than a balance sheet. It's something you built from the ground up — and for many owners, a profound part of who they are. As your brokers, we represent it with the care and respect that demands.