Business Group
We specialize in partnering with entrepreneurs and business owners to successfully accelerate the growth of their businesses, reduce fatal mistakes and failures, and navigate the complexities of expansion.
Our expertise extends to strategic acquisitions, offering a powerful vehicle to rapidly scale local businesses while preserving their unique roots and community values.
Nuestra experiencia se extiende a las adquisiciones estratégicas, ofreciendo un vehículo poderoso para escalar rápidamente los negocios locales mientras preservamos sus raíces y valores comunitarios únicos.
Marcos A. Tapia:
Pillar of the Latino community and small business advocate
Marcos is a distinguished attorney and community leader based in Phoenix, Arizona, known for his dedication to the Latino community and his advocacy for small businesses.
With a career defined by service, leadership, and excellence, he has become a key figure in Arizona’s legal and business sectors.
He currently serves as Associate General Counsel at Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC), providing expert legal counsel in litigation, regulatory compliance, and contract management. His role is essential in ensuring the organization’s legal and structural integrity, working closely with executive leadership and various departments.
Before joining CPLC, Marcos achieved a major milestone in his career by becoming the youngest partner and shareholder at the prestigious law firm Tiffany & Bosco.
His talent and leadership were further recognized in 2021 when he was named to the
Phoenix Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 list—an honor given to professionals making a significant impact in their communities.
Beyond his legal career, Marcos is the co-founder of Escudo Empresarial, Arizona’s only fully bilingual business consulting and legal advisory firm, dedicated to protecting and strengthening small businesses. His mission is to educate entrepreneurs about legal risks, helping them avoid costly lawsuits and ensuring their long-term success.
A graduate with honors from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Marcos is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities effectively. His commitment to community development has led him to collaborate with organizations like Friendly House - Academia Del Pueblo Charter School and Habla AZ, promoting education and legal empowerment.
Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards, including the prestigious
Hispanic National Bar Association Top Lawyers Under 40 (2018), solidifying his reputation as a leader in law and community advocacy.
Marcos continues to inspire and support Latino entrepreneurs, fostering growth and resilience in Arizona and beyond.
Anthony Ruiz
“In the Latino community, trust is huge. It’s not just about making a deal—it’s about building a relationship that’s based on mutual respect and understanding,”
Anthony is a dedicated Commercial Real Estate (CRE) advisor, specializing in commercial and office buildings.
His deep connection to the Latino community gives him a unique advantage as a
bilingual advisor, allowing him to explain complex commercial real estate concepts in both English and Spanish.
This skill enables him to provide personalized guidance to Latino business owners, a sector that is often underserved in the industry.
Since 2016, Anthony has been a key player in the commercial real estate market, representing investors and business owners in Phoenix and Tucson.
His expertise covers site selection, acquisitions, stabilization, dispositions, and lease negotiations , with a strong track record of over $7 million in lease transactions
and $19 million in sales.
His work at SVN National Tenant Occupier Services allowed him to negotiate optimal lease terms for his clients, ensuring strategic and profitable agreements.
As an entrepreneur, Anthony founded CR Business Solutions, a company dedicated to
helping small businesses succeed, with a special focus on the Latino community.
He also serves on the board of Acceso Capital, a lending company focused on supporting small businesses in Phoenix, and collaborates as a guest instructor at Fuerza Local, a nonprofit organization committed to fostering local business growth.
A Philosophy graduate from Arizona State University, Anthony is committed to breaking barriers in the commercial real estate industry and inspiring the next generation of Latino professionals.
His entrepreneurial spirit, combined with his expertise in real estate and business development, allows him to guide his clients in navigating the real estate market and building sustainable, successful businesses.
Juan Cabrera:
"La combinación de experiencia práctica y conocimientos profesionales lo convierten en un activo inestimable"
Juan is a highly accomplished business broker with a career spanning since 2013, recognized for his strategic expertise and leadership in the industry.
As a former President of the Arizona Business Brokers Association, Juan has successfully closed hundreds of business transactions and sales, earning a reputation for his commitment to client success and deep knowledge of the business brokerage field.
Before entering the brokerage world, Juan spent a decade as a mortgage broker, building a strong foundation in financial services.
His diverse experience also includes owning and operating both single-unit and multi-unit businesses in the Phoenix metropolitan area, giving him firsthand insight into entrepreneurship and business ownership.
This unique perspective allows Juan to offer his clients unparalleled guidance throughout the buying and selling process.
As the leader of Strategic Business Brokers Group, Juan specializes in business sales, mergers, and acquisitions, focusing on healthy businesses in Arizona with annual revenues ranging from $2.5 million to $50 million.
His firm serves a wide range of clients, from large corporations to local franchises, providing comprehensive, tailored services to meet each business’s specific needs.
Juan’s combination of hands-on experience and professional expertise makes him an invaluable asset to both buyers and sellers in Arizona’s business market.
David Carrizosa:
“Admissions and Business Development Specialist.”
With over 20 years of experience as a business owner, entrepreneur, expert, and consultant, David specializes in high-level creative problem-solving for clients at Escudo Empresarial.
He brings unmatched knowledge, expertise, and perspective that only Escudo Empresarial
can offer.
Abel garcia:
“Modern Entrepreneur | Digital Business Model Strategist | Business Integrator”.
Abel is deeply passionate about innovation and business growth, with a career dedicated to creating and evolving business models.
His expertise ranges from scaling startups to implementing e-commerce, distribution, and international expansion strategies, with a strong focus on digital business and sustainable economics.
Beyond the business world, Abel has a solid background in Biomedical Engineering and Health Technology Management.
He has worked in medical device distribution and promoted the circular economy in healthcare technology, emphasizing resource optimization, sustainability, and improved access to innovative health solutions.
Committed to economic and social development, Abel leads initiatives that strengthen theLatino community in the U.S. while supporting vulnerable sectors in Mexico.
Through business strategies, technology, and financial education, he helps entrepreneurs and small businesses grow, professionalize, and reach their full potential.
With a strategic and holistic vision, his mission is to transform ideas into sustainable, high-impact business models, combining innovation, technology, and social development to createreal, lasting change.
