About John P. Lastra

During his 30 plus years in the industry, John has developed extensive expertise as a business broker. His transactions have ranged from sole proprietorships and small franchises to large corporations. These businesses have involved the manufacturing sector, service industry, retail and wholesale arenas, distributorships, restaurants, and more.

Among the hundreds of businesses John has brokered are:

• Hacienda Packing
• Aesop's Gables
• ABC Seamless
• Gallery Painting
• Fire Safety Industries
• Advances Presentation Systems
• Davis The Plumber
• Sunny Fence
• Inspections Plus
• TCS Industries
• The Garage
• Senior Care
• Performance Tool & Equipment
• FastSigns
• Superior Garage Door Solutions
• Jaguar Precision Machining
• Northridge Electric
• Roman Fountains
• Sandia Sunrooms
• New Mexico Coffee Company
• Dairy Queen
• Electronics Parts Company
• Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
• Accessories Unlimited
• Rio Grande Landscapes
• Pranzo Italian Grill
• Baskin Robbins
• Great American Car Wash
• Seal Master
• Closets Plus
• and many more

John maintains a large inventory of diverse, profitable business opportunities in New Mexico. He is intensely involved in each facet of every transaction, including the evaluation and pricing process, marketing activities, and discussions with potential buyers. For a smooth transition of ownership, he facilitates the contract negotiations, due diligence, preparation of all documents, and closing procedures.

Business & Community Activities

Member, Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico (CARNM)

Education & Awards

Licensed New Mexico Broker
Bachelor of Science Degree, University of Wyoming

Personal Profile

John was born in Laramie, Wyoming. He is married to Sandy and has lived in New Mexico for over 40 years. They love the Land of Enchantment and consider themselves native New Mexicans.

Upon graduating from the University of Wyoming with a degree in Geology, John worked as a practicing geologist in oil and uranium exploration for ten years. He and his wife have owned and operated their own businesses. For over 30 years, John has worked as a licensed commercial real estate broker specializing in the sale of businesses. He is Senior Vice President with Colliers and heads up the Business Services Group.

John has served on various charitable boards in his community. From his childhood, John has been an avid fly-fisherman. When he isn’t at the office, you may find him fishing the “catch and release” quality waters of the San Juan River.