Great businesses are built by great people.
That's a philosophy Marty Lo Surdo has embraced throughout his career, from his early days as a tradesperson to building, owning, and operating a number of successful businesses before becoming one of the Illawarra and South Coast's most trusted business sales and acquisitions specialists.
Since joining MMJ in 2019, Marty has focused on helping business owners unlock opportunities and realise the value they've worked so hard to create. He thrives on building relationships, solving challenges, and leading an inspirational, hardworking, client-focused team that shares his passion for delivering exceptional results.
Holding a Master's Degree in Business and drawing on decades of firsthand commercial experience, Marty combines strategic thinking with a practical, down-to-earth approach. Having spent much of his career as both a business owner and commercial landlord, he understands the realities of entrepreneurship, investment, and the challenges business owners face at every stage of the business lifecycle. This depth of experience provides valuable insight into what drives business performance, growth, and long-term value.
Respected for his integrity, commercial acumen, and relationship-focused approach, Marty has become a trusted adviser to business owners across a broad range of industries. His combination of lived business experience, strategic insight, and genuine commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes enables him to guide clients through acquisitions, succession planning, growth opportunities, and successful business sales with confidence and clarity.
“I am ever inspired by the role that entrepreneurs play – building businesses in their communities, providing the confidence to employ local people by creating products & services for their local economy & beyond.”
Feature Interview in Bsale Magazine
October 2026
$10M Deals, How Martin Lo Surdo Built His Career Around Business
by Allan Johnson 10th of November, 2026
Martin Lo Surdo’s journey into business broking began with owning a business. He became an owner in his family’s butchery business from the age of 20 before going on to own and operate a caravan park and a food distribution business.
Later, after selling his own business, Martin moved into franchising, where he helped grow a franchise network and supported franchisees in finding an exit when they were ready to move on.
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