Any Experience With Acg? (Association For Corporate Growth)

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University

ANY EXPERIENCE WITH ACG? (ASSOCIATION FOR CORPORATE GROWTH)

Has anyone joined their local chapter / has had experience with them?

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searcher The University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - 09/22/2020

They are a great association, I would highly recommend joining based on my experience. The events I have attended were extremely informative and also provided valuable networking opportunities.

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 09/22/2020

Very helpful! ^[redacted]

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searcher Creighton University - Heider College of Business - 09/22/2020

I'm a member of the Omaha chapter & it is a worthwhile investment. Lots of like-minded people in the group, but beware... The group is a fertile hunting ground for "helpers" such as bankers, accountants, lawyers, & recruiters/head-hunters looking to sell their services to ACG members.

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 09/22/2020

Thanks, ^[redacted]- how did you decide on one chapter vs. another? I guess most funded searchers are geographically flexible so would be hard to choose one chapter. This may especially be true in the north east where you'd find many different local chapters.

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intermediary - 09/22/2020

I have been a member and on the BOD of the local chapter as well as served on the international Board over the course of the last 28 years. Great organization and recommend you become active to get the most of your membership

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 09/22/2020

Thanks, ^[redacted]Would you recommend it to searchers? Why?

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intermediary - 09/22/2020

Yes, I would recommend to anyone looking to acquire a business. It varies by chapter but usually there are a lot of professionals that are members and always looking to help someone get started,

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 09/23/2020

Thanks for the follow up!

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searcher University of Washington - 09/23/2020

In greater NY area it is generally more helpful for connecting with bankers and service providers. Excellent events nice folk no deals

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 09/23/2020

Great insight, ^[redacted]Consistent with what I've heard about the NY metro area chapters.

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intermediary Georgia Institute of Technology - 09/23/2020

Haim, you can find great resources in identifying the right brokers or intermediary groups on interexo.com

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 09/24/2020

Interesting ^[redacted]

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intermediary Georgia Institute of Technology - 09/25/2020

Yes Haim. I'm the cofounder. We developed it to level the playing field for all.before, in order to get good deal flow, you had to subscribe to expensive and long term contracts. We disrupted that system by offering much lower pricing and freedom to have no contract or success fees.

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searcher Georgia Institute of Technology University of Missouri - Columbia University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - 09/24/2020

I would recommend ACG as well. If nothing else, you get to know the dealmakers in your geography. I have developed a few really strong relationships from my chapter.

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 09/24/2020

Thanks for the perspective, ^[redacted]

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searcher Harvard University - Harvard Business School University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - 09/24/2020

Definitely a must join for searchers. ACG is usually filled with local intermediaries. Not a deal source but the connections to the business community are worthwhile.

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 09/24/2020

^[redacted]so you get to meet business owners but they are not necessarily selling?

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searcher Harvard University - Harvard Business School University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - 09/25/2020

Almost zero business owners. A few investors, but even they are pretty rare.

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searcher University of Georgia - 09/24/2020

Great networking source - highly recommend joining your local chapter.

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 09/24/2020

Thanks, ^[redacted]

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intermediary Rutgers-The State University of New Jersey-Camden - Rutgers School of Business - 09/30/2020

I haven't joined but I heard mixed reviews. It can be good if you work your way into certain circles.

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 09/30/2020

Thanks, ^[redacted]‌

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searcher Bentley University - 09/30/2020

It's a great resource if you're in the industry. The networking events are frequent and informative, and with regards to the connections I've made, I still connect with all of them regularly.

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 10/02/2020

Helpful, ^[redacted]

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searcher Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management Indiana University at Bloomington - 10/01/2020

I echo the previous comments and have found the local conferences and events to be most effectively to help with establishing relationships in those markets.

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searcher Yale University Boston University Tel Aviv University - 10/02/2020

Thanks, ^[redacted]

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