The premier in-person self-funded search accelerator is back in 2024 and better than ever.

Due to popular demand, we're adding an additional two bootcamp dates in 2024!

Apply For 2024 Here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqEl8f51Tb4svNc6VVC3ZQOxk5L7kjEP03c5XRdASafDgKRA/viewform

2024 Dates:

Feb. 7 - Feb. 9, 2024 (Tampa, FL) Mar###-###-#### Mar. 15, 2024 (Tampa, FL) May###-###-#### May.17, 2024 (Tampa, FL) Sep###-###-#### Sep. 13, 2024 (Tampa, FL) Dec. 4 - Dec. 6, 2024 (Tampa, FL)

A quick recap of the bootcamp:

Day 1) How to Search & Make an Offer

Section 1: Welcome, Introductions, + Overview

· Attendee Introductions · Bootcamp Overview · Overview of ETA · Traditional vs. Self-Funded Search · Self-Funded Search: The Bright Future of ETA

Section 2: Deal Screening

· Search Criteria: Big 3, Second 2 · Nailing Your Elevator Pitch · Initial Diligence 101 · Don't Spend Time on Deals That'll Never Close · How To Successfully Work With Biz Brokers

Section 3: How to Search & Build a Pipeline

· Why Time is Everything in Self-Funded Searching · Learning What Deal is "Good Enough" For You · Setting Up Your Search: Blocking + Tackling · Why A Strong Pipeline Is Key · Direct vs. Intermediary Approach · Importance of Intermediary Approach in Self-Funded Searching · Outreach Strategies + Tactics · Searching CRM 101

Section 4: Valuation

· Multiples 101 · EBITDA vs. SDE + Which To Use? · Earnings "Bridge" · Add-Backs 101 · Importance of DSCR · Financial Modeling 101 · Tricks From The Front Lines

Section 5: Offer Letters

· LOIs 101 · Where are LOIs in the M&A Process? · Real LOI Review Case Studies · Structuring LOIs That Work For SBA · Should You Submit Multiple LOIs at once?

Section 6: Bank Loans (SBA)

· Presented by First Bank of The Lake

Night 1) Group Dinner #1

Day 2) Due Diligence & Capital Raise

Section 1: How To "Quarterback" Your Deal

· Hire Great "Position Players"

Section 2: M&A Tax

· Presented by Builders CPA

Section 3: Accounting & QoE

· Presented by Hollywell Partners

Section 4: Legal Diligence & Documentation

· Presented by SMB Law Group

Section 5: Insurance Diligence

· Presented by Symphony Risk

Section 6: HR & Employee Benefits Diligence

· Presented by Living HR

Section 7: Business Broker

· Presented by Crowne Atlantic Business Brokers

Night 2) Group Dinner #2 With Deal Team

Day 3) Live Case Studies + Q&A

· 5 Case Study + Q&A Sessions with successful self-funded searcher turned CEOs

Post-Bootcamp) Cohort Calls + Slack Community

Cohort Calls (1/Month For 3 Months)

• Big 3/Second 2, Search Tactics • Financial Modeling Deep Dive • Equity Raise Process

Slack Community (Lifetime Access)

• Join 100+ Alumni (Current Searchers + Searcher CEOs) in our tight-knit community to ask questions,networkk, and grow on your SMB journey.

Next Steps:

If you're a current or future self-funded searcher looking to accelerate your journey to Owner CEO... SMBootcamp Live is your answer.

Apply For 2024 Here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqEl8f51Tb4svNc6VVC3ZQOxk5L7kjEP03c5XRdASafDgKRA/viewform