Spring ETA Webinar Series: M&A Investment Strategies (ETA vs. Independent Sponsor)

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February 26, 2026

by an investor from University of Virginia in Tampa, FL, USA

Explore the major pathways available in private market acquisitions, including self-funded search, traditional search, independent sponsorship, and fund-backed models. We will break down the structural differences, capital implications, risk profiles, and long-term outcomes of each approach. If you are still refining your acquisition path, this session will help you clarify which strategy aligns best with your goals, experience, and capital access.
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from University of California, Berkeley in Miami, FL, USA
Thanks for sharing Sam - the Winter series was great - look forward to the Spring :)
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from New York University in Victoria, BC, Canada
Fyi, there's a discrepancy in the start times posted. The infographic says Tuesdays at 12 ET, the Searchfunder Event time says 10:30 PST.
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