Capital Raise 101 by Search Fund Coalition

** Sign up required to attend: https://luma.com/sfcraise1025 ** We’re hosting Capital Raise 101 -> a practical session designed to demystify one of the most critical (and daunting) steps in ETA: raising capital. This virtual panel brings together legal and capital-raising expertise to break down the fundamentals in plain language. You’ll get clear, tactical guidance on structuring your raise, navigating investor conversations, and avoiding costly mistakes. Here’s what we’ll cover: - The fundamentals of structuring a raise in ETA - SBA financing: what to know, what to avoid, and how lenders evaluate deals - Searcher capital: balancing investor expectations with your acquisition strategy - Independent Sponsor structures: economics, terms, and negotiation dynamics - Key legal and financial considerations across each path - Common mistakes first-time raisers make — and how to avoid them - Practical tips to build confidence in your fundraising process Led by ^redacted‌ (Cullen & Dykman LLP), you’ll leave with frameworks, insights, and a stronger sense of how to approach your raise with confidence, whichever capital route you choose. ** Sign up required to attend: https://luma.com/sfcraise1025 **