The ETA SMB Course to attend Excellent framework of content provided by arguably some of the best in the ETA (self-funded searcher) world. I have paid for and been through a couple of “mastermind” courses but this is the one-stop shop for one who seriously aspires to acquire and operate a legacy business.

The network you gain is worth the cost many times over First, I'll say that the network you gain is worth the cost of the bootcamp many times over. Aside from this and learning all the fundamentals (including access to valuable templates that will save you time and energy), SMBootcamp prepares you for real life self-funded search scenarios. You learn from those who have operated in this ecosystem for decades. They have dozens, if not hundreds of reps in evaluating, negotiating, and structuring acquisitions. I felt like I was spinning wheels until I attended the bootcamp.

Will get your search started I attended the SMB Boot Camp and had a great experience. It's a no-fluff workshop on how to run a self-funded search. The content is excellent and transparent, plus deal advisors and former searchers present case studies. I left with everything I needed to run a search. The cost easily pays for itself in saved time.

Well Worth It I attended SMBootcamp as part of the November 2023 cohort. My time there was very well spent. I had attended the Self-Funded Search Conference in Dallas, the HBS ETA Conference at Harvard, and had read the books, listened to the podcasts, and even interviewed many Searchers and Investors. However, the difference between all of that and SMBootcamp is that it puts theory into practice. Every question I had was answered, I was able to raise issues that were personal to me in my Search and gain clarity, and I left with a full Deal Team as well as all of the information and resources/templates etc. I need to close a deal. Search is such a personal endeavor, and having the support, resources, and connections (and an incredible, vetted cohort) is just next level. Gaining the confidence and competence needed isn't straightforward in the SMB M&A world. However, what Sam has built here will get you there. No regrets, and time and money well spent.

Exceeded my expectations Exceeded my expectations! Well worth the money. Sam and his crew are knowledgeable, put together a good program, and are a fun group as well.