About Us
Built on Trust. Driven by Results.
The Tiffin Group was founded on the belief that every business owner deserves a trusted advisor — someone who treats your life's work with the same care and commitment you have.
Meet Your Broker
James L. Tiffin
Founder & Principal Broker — The Tiffin Group
James Louis Tiffin is a seasoned operator and M&A advisor with more than 30 years of leadership experience and a strong track record guiding business owners through both straightforward and highly complex transactions. As Owner/Principal of Turning Point Advisors, LLC, he leads the full deal process — from seller outreach and buyer qualification through negotiation, diligence, and closing — bringing clarity, structure, and confidence to each stage of the transaction.
In addition to M&A advisory work, James has held senior executive roles including managing multi-site operations and revenue portfolios up to $50 million, with deep expertise in improving performance, strengthening compliance, and executing operational turnarounds. He holds a B.S. in Health Services Administration from Ferris State University and an MBA from Eastern Michigan University, and is a Licensed Commercial Real Estate Agent and a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator.
Credentials & Expertise
Experience You Can Count On
Certified Business Intermediary
Trained and credentialed in business brokerage best practices, valuation methodology, and transaction management.
Decades of Transactions
A track record of successful closings across manufacturing, service, retail, and professional services industries throughout Greater Cincinnati.
Deep Cincinnati Roots
Born and raised in Cincinnati, James has an unmatched understanding of the local business landscape, buyer pool, and market dynamics.
Our Story
Why The Tiffin Group Exists
The Tiffin Group was founded because James saw too many business owners get shortchanged — not by bad intentions, but by inexperience, poor preparation, and advisors who didn't truly understand the local market.
He built this firm to be different: smaller by design, deeply personal in approach, and relentlessly focused on the outcome that matters most to each individual client. Whether you're selling the business you've spent 30 years building or buying your first, you deserve an advisor who is fully invested in your success.
Boutique firm — you work directly with James, not a junior associate
Every engagement is treated with strict confidentiality
Honest valuations — no inflated numbers to win your listing
Serving Cincinnati and Greater Ohio since the firm was founded
Let's Talk
Ready to Work with James?
Whether you're thinking about selling, looking to buy, or just want to understand what your business is worth — reach out for a confidential, no-obligation conversation.