JT Harp

License # SAL 2023004448
Raised on a small family farm in Southern Ohio, JT’s work ethic was instilled early by working livestock and running tractors at a young age. He began his professional career at Kroger, investing 30+ years in corporate America serving in multiple senior leadership roles throughout the country. In addition, he also personally experienced the journey of starting, owning, and selling a multi-unit small business in Central Ohio. JT brings his extensive business experience to Transworld Business Advisors, opening the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky office in 2023. He and his team assist clients in selling, valuating, franchising, and buying small businesses throughout the region. After 30+ successful transactions in less than 2 years, JT earned recognition as Transworld’s 2024 Rookie of the Year, and was inducted into the 2024 Transworld Circle of Excellence and President’s Club. As a fellow small business owner committed to building relationships and trust, JT provides confidential, efficient, and results-driven service. Contact him today to start your next chapter!
President's Club

My Listings

Water Related

Niche Industry Preeminent Water Management Biz w Real Estate

Location: OH
Asking Price: $4,000,000
Down Payment: $4,000,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $694,705
Construction

Turnkey Commercial Construction Business, Strong Systems & Repeat

Location: OH
Asking Price: $4,000,000
Down Payment: $4,000,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $907,748
Manufacturing, Distribution

Multi‑Facility Lift Gate Manufacturer — Turnkey Opportunity

Location: Hamilton, OH
Asking Price: $2,000,000
Down Payment: $2,000,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Construction

Thriving Commercial Glass Contractor with Proven Excellence

Location: Hamilton, Ohio
Asking Price: $1,900,000
Down Payment: $1,900,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $408,000
Business Services

Turnkey Growing Commercial Cleaning Franchise w Recurring Revenue

Location: Hamilton, OH
Asking Price: $1,500,000
Down Payment: $1,500,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $415,728
Real Estate Related

8.92 Acres in Chillicothe – Ready for Development!

Location: Chillicothe, Ross County, Ohio
Asking Price: $1,115,000
Down Payment: $1,115,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Sports Related Biz

Turnkey Profitable Shooting Range&Firearms Retailer w/Real Estate

Location: Kenton, Kentucky
Asking Price: $1,000,000
Down Payment: $1,000,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $54,000
Liquor Related Biz

Motivated Seller! Outfitted Brewery & Taproom Asset Sale

Location: Butler, Ohio
Asking Price: $600,000
Down Payment: $600,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Fitness

Growing Fitness Franchise w Strong Client List

Location: Hamilton County, Ohio
Asking Price: $200,000
Down Payment: $200,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Liquor Related Biz

Turnkey Pub Opportunity in a High Visibility Area

Location: Butler, Ohio
Asking Price: $99,000
Down Payment: $99,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $50,000
Business Services

Turnkey Branded Offsite Meeting Space | Co-Working Potential

Location: Ohio
Asking Price: $50,000
Down Payment: $50,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Food Business Retail

Gourmet Cookie Incremental Revenue, Profit Licensing Opportunity

Location: Clermont County, Ohio
Asking Price: $12,000
Down Payment: $12,000
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: --
Transportation

Rare Opportunity: Luxury Sleeper Coach Transportation Business

Location: United States
Asking Price: --
Down Payment: --
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $1,086,675
Restaurants

Multi-Unit Full-Service Bar-Restaurant Concepts Primed for Growth

Location: United States
Asking Price: --
Down Payment: --
Sellers Discretionary Earnings: $1,020,849

Well Established Sign and Graphic Franchise

Total Investment: $200,000 - $215,000
Cash Investment: $60,000

World's Leading Promotional Products and Advertising Franchise

Total Investment: $90,000-$100,000
Cash Investment: $90,000

World's Leading Business Brokerage Franchise

Total Investment: $85,000
Cash Investment: $85,000

Coworking Franchise Opportunity

Total Investment: $360,000-$3,600,000
Cash Investment: $250,000

Wellness Focused Membership Model Grooming Franchise

Total Investment: $318,000 - $499,000
Cash Investment: $150,000

Franchise Focused on the Restoration and Repair of Leather, Plastic and Vinyl

Total Investment: $100,595 - $120,595
Cash Investment: $15,000

National Recruiting Firm

Total Investment: $75,000 - $100,000
Cash Investment: $40,000

Growing Charcuterie Business

Total Investment: $200,000-$215,000
Cash Investment: $50,000

Bookkeeping Business Solutions Franchise

Total Investment: $33,842-$69,342
Cash Investment: $29,995

Authentic Mediterranean Grill Franchise Opportunity

Total Investment: $600,000 - $850,000
Cash Investment: $250,000

Established Quick Service Italian Restaurant Franchise

Total Investment: $322,043 - $452,807
Cash Investment: $150,000

Fastest Growing Business Coaching Franchise

Total Investment: $60,000
Cash Investment: $60,000

Membership Model Coworking Franchise

Total Investment: $390,000 - $1,200,000
Cash Investment: $200,000

B2B Coworking and Business Services Franchise

Total Investment: $850,848 - $1,795,965
Cash Investment: $300,000

Market-Leading Window Tint Franchise

Total Investment: $175,000 - $250,000
Cash Investment: $150,000

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