Events
Ask Anything: Organic and Inorganic Growth Strategies
October 22, 2025 | 12:15 AEDT
Join us at this virtual event for current and prospective searchers who have questions about organic and inorganic growth strategies. Jake Nicholson, Managing Director of SMEVentures, will answer your questions about evaluating the best strategies for growing a business, whether through organic growth or strategic acquisitions.
This is your opportunity to connect, learn, and discover pathways to driving exponential growth as an acquisition entrepreneur.
Ask Anything: Transitioning to CEO
November 13, 2025 | 18:15 AEDT
Join us at this virtual event for current and prospective searchers who have questions about the transition to CEO. Jake Nicholson, Managing Director of SMEVentures, will answer your questions about navigating the transition from searcher to CEO.
This is your opportunity to connect, learn, and explore the possibilities of becoming an acquisition entrepreneur.
Booth-Kellogg ETA Conference
November 19, 2025
Chicago, IL
The 12th Annual Booth-Kellogg ETA Conference is one of the largest gathering of search fund entrepreneurs, investors, and MBA students. This premier event brings together the entire ETA ecosystem to network, share insights, and explore the rapidly growing field of acquiring and leading businesses.
Ask Anything: Pursuing a Brokered vs Proprietary Search
December 10, 2025 | 12:15 AEDT
Join us at this virtual event for current and prospective searchers who have questions about pursuing a brokered vs proprietary search. Jake Nicholson, Managing Director of SMEVentures, will answer your questions about the pros and cons of each approach.
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