Founder & CEO
John Dellafiora is a licensed New York CPA and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with institutional experience valuing $100M portfolio companies for private equity firms. He is the Founder of DellaRok Partners and Partner at Hedgestone Business Advisors, leading middle-market M&A and strategic advisory engagements. He is also the Founder & CFO of The Ally Bridge LLC, a private credit fund providing structured lending and growth capital solutions; the Co-Founder of Lionsure Insurance, a commercial insurance brokerage delivering risk management and employee benefits strategies; and Founder of DellaLogic, an enterprise AI automation platform for professional firms.
John advises entrepreneurs and operators through disciplined capital structuring, strategic execution, and a white-glove, investment banking–standard approach. He brings institutional rigor, capital markets expertise, and an operator’s mindset to every engagement. He partners with founders to strengthen financial positioning, structure strategic transactions, and execute with precision to drive scalable growth and maximize enterprise value.
Advisor
Antonio Greaves is a business broker and strategic advisor who works with entrepreneurs to buy, scale, and sell companies with precision. With experience across car washes, gyms, retail, restaurants, hospitality, and service businesses, he evaluates opportunities through both an operator’s and investor’s lens. His background in M&A, business brokerage, and building and selling companies gives him firsthand insight into complex transactions.
Antonio has experience closing middle market deals up to $50 million, with a hands-on, relationship-driven approach focused on execution, value creation, and risk mitigation.
Advisor
Joseph Dellafiora brings over 21 years of operational leadership experience within a nationally recognized lawn care franchise, where he directed installation crews and service teams, implemented strategic site and construction planning, and drove measurable improvements in efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction. His career is rooted in scaling service-based operations, strengthening internal systems, and building lasting client relationships.
As a broker at Hedgestone Business Advisors, Joe leverages his hands-on operating background to provide entrepreneurs with practical, execution-focused guidance throughout the transaction process. He understands the operational drivers behind business value and approaches every engagement with discipline, transparency, and a commitment to positioning companies for successful, well-structured outcomes.
Advisor
Jennifer Farrugia is a distinguished business advisor and broker with over a decade of entrepreneurial success. As the owner of an award-winning home remodeling construction company, recognized as Best of Long Island for four consecutive years, Jennifer possesses a profound understanding of operational excellence and market strategies. This expertise is further enhanced by leading a thriving permanent holiday lighting company, showcasing a commitment to innovation and quality.
Specializing in guiding both new and experienced business buyers, Jennifer has successfully facilitated transactions across diverse sectors, including restaurants, laundromats, and home service industries. With a philosophy grounded in transparency and integrity, she is dedicated to building strong, lasting relationships, ensuring tailored strategies that drive exceptional results for every client. Whether you're looking to buy or sell, Jennifer offers a wealth of knowledge and a dedication to fostering strong client partnerships.
Advisor
Anthony Perrone is a seasoned finance leader and strategic advisor with over 10 years of experience at a Big 4 accounting firm, where he advised middle-market and enterprise clients across a wide range of industries. During his tenure, he developed deep expertise in financial reporting, technical accounting, transaction advisory, internal controls, and complex business operations.
Today, Anthony leverages that foundation to help leadership teams drive profitable growth, strengthen financial infrastructure, and position their organizations for long-term scalability. He works closely with ownership and executive management on forecasting, capital planning, performance optimization, and strategic initiatives — aligning financial strategy with operational execution.
With a strong background in transactions and compliance, Anthony brings both rigor and practicality to every engagement, ensuring businesses are not only financially sound but also strategically positioned for expansion, acquisition, or exit.