This Thanksgiving, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible community of searchers, operators, partners, and supporters who make Search Fund Coalition thrive. We’re grateful for: ?? The stories shared, lessons learned, and connections made during every event. ?? The unwavering support of our partners, who empower searchers to achieve their dreams. ?? Each and every one of you who inspires us to keep building and growing together. As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we encourage you to pause and reflect on what you’re thankful for and share it in the comments below. Thanks for helping us foster a community rooted in support, collaboration, and kindness. From all of us at SFC, Happy Thanksgiving! ??
Search Fund Coalition
风险投资与私募股权管理人
Resources and Events for Entrepreneurs looking to acquire Small & Lower Middle Market Businesses + Service Providers
关于我们
A Community for Small & Lower Middle Market Business Searchers, Entrepreneurs, Intermediaries and Service Providers supporting entrepreneurial dreams
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https://www.searchfundcoalition.com
Search Fund Coalition的外部链接
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- 风险投资与私募股权管理人
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- New York
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- 2019
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Did you catch this? Our very own Andrew Hoffman appeared on the M&A Mastermind podcast to chat about deal sourcing, funding structures, and much more. Give it a listen today!
Helping lower middle market M&A firms take their business to the next level by connecting them with the right strategy, partners, and opportunities. Podcast host of The M&A Mastermind.
Listen to the latest ep of the M&A Mastermind podcast. ????? We got to chat with Andrew Hoffman, founder of the Search Fund Coalition, about the concept of search funds, the evolution of acquisition entrepreneurship, and the importance of community support for entrepreneurs. Andrew shares insights on: ?? Different types of acquisition entrepreneurs ?? Funding sources ?? Deal structures ?? Long-term goals of those looking to acquire and operate businesses This convo highlights the growing interest in acquisition entrepreneurship & will teach you about all the resources available to support aspiring entrepreneurs in their journey. Level up your knowledge. Listen here! ???? https://lnkd.in/gESyp7NA #mergersandacquisitions #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship
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??Partner Spotlight: Cullen and Dykman LLP ?? We are proud to partner with some of the most reliable names in the ETA space, and when it comes to legal—reliability is nonnegotiable. Cullen and Dykman LLP offers legal expertise tailored to empower searchers and small business acquirers. They offer a trusted legal partnership for navigating the complexities of ETA and Independent Sponsor transactions. With nearly two centuries of experience, they combine innovation with cost-effective solutions to help entrepreneurs not just succeed, but thrive. With a multidisciplinary approach and a focus on collaboration, Cullen and Dykman works closely with searchers / sponsors to identify and mitigate risks. From due diligence and transaction structuring to regulatory compliance and post-acquisition support, their highly skilled attorneys provide the guidance you need to confidently move forward with your acquisition goals. If you’re ready to partner with a firm that ensures your legal foundation is seamless and future-proof, this is your sign. Start your journey and reach out to Joseph Spina today!
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Thanks to all who joined for our November panel! Such an important, insightful conversation.
With one of the most pivotal elections in recent history and President Trump returning to presidency, the ETA space is ready for change. On our Search Fund Coalition panel earlier this week - we thoughtfully discussed potential shifts in laws, taxes, trade to administration nominees, government agencies, and yes–even the DOGE–our experts tackled it all. Speculative? Sure. But insightful? Absolutely. A huge thank you to our phenomenal panelists Daniel Gayer, Joshua A. Siegel, Saumil Jariwala, and Jared W Johnson for sharing their expertise and for helping us think a few steps ahead. Here are just a couple of the thought-provoking takeaways from the panel: ?? The Sky isn’t falling for Sellers which changes the conversation. With more clarity, the likelihood of capital gains tax increasing and estate tax limits decreasing is not likely.? The financial incentives there are a non-issue (for now) and therefore YOU need to be more of the selling proposition. Personal connection with a seller is even more important. ?? Additionally / conversely, also be sure to monitor for competitive tax landscapes changes.? Remain cautious about promised tax breaks that lack clarity or legislative backing. These will take time to materialize / be implemented. Keep this in mind when financial modeling for your acquisition. Thank you to everyone who joined and special thanks to our partners for making this event possible: Oberle Risk Strategies / August Felker First Internet Bank / Jared W Johnson Rejigg / Alex Hinch Appletree Business Services / Patrick Dichter
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?? Miami Searcher & SMB Happy Hour ?? Thank you to everyone who joined us for the South Florida ETA & SMB Happy Hour in Miami! From networking over drinks to discussing the future of ETA, it was amazing to see the 50+ of you come together in this vibrant and growing community. We’re grateful to each of you for making this event a success, and we hope to see you build on these connections in the months to come! Stay tuned for more exciting events in South Florida. (Coming very soon!! ??) Special thanks to Carlo Santelli and our incredible partners Sarah Andrews / Live Oak Bank and Daniel Macks / STREAM Capital Partners, LLC for making this event possible.
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Join us next week! Free ticket code: STREAM1124
?? Search Fund Coalition November Panel Reminder: ETA Post-Election Outlook (Early Edition) Next Week 11/20 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eh9i7YT9 Use code STREAM1124 at checkout for a free ticket thanks to @STREAM Capital Partners Ft. Our Prognosticating Partner: Saumil Jariwala Jared W Johnson & Joshua A. Siegel The historic US election results earlier this month will have an immense impact on what we can expect in 2025 and beyond.? While we cannot know everything - we’ve called upon our roster of M&A experts to share their thoughts and discuss key considerations for navigating a new and exciting era for our ETA / SMB Community.? Come join us on the journey. Special thanks to our partners for making this event possible: Oberle Risk Strategies / August Felker First Internet Bank / Jared W Johnson Appletree Business Services / Patrick Dichter Rejigg / Alex Hinch STREAM Capital Partners, LLC / Daniel Macks
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?? Join us in Miami THIS Thursday! ?? Sign up: https://lu.ma/sflhh1124 Search Fund Coalition is excited to host a South Florida ETA & SMB Happy Hour in Miami?this Thursday, November 14th! This is a great opportunity for Searchers, Sponsors, SMB Operators, and the South Florida SMB community supporting ETA to connect and network over drinks in a casual setting. This event is free for all, thanks to our partners STREAM Capital Partners, LLC and Live Oak Bank Sarah Andrews Daniel Macks + Carlo Santelli + Roman Beylin Don’t miss out, we look forward to seeing you there!
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?? Partner Spotlight ?? We’re excited to highlight STREAM Capital Partners, LLC as this month’s featured partner. As a national leader in sale-leaseback advisory with over $20 billion in transactions, STREAM continues to expand globally, bringing top-tier real estate solutions to clients across various industries. For Searchers and Sponsors looking at larger, Non-SBA Deals,? a sale-leaseback can be a powerful tool—unlocking the value of real estate assets to inject cash into your acquisition or fuel business growth, while still allowing you to operate from the same property through a long-term lease. If you’re looking to scale with larger deals (like $10M+ acquisitions), a sale-leaseback could help free up capital and reduce the need for other forms of financing. Reach out to Daniel Macks to learn how STREAM Capital Partners, LLC can help make your next big deal a reality.
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Thanks to all who joined us earlier this week for this month’s panel - Tales From The Search: Operator’s Table. Adriana Mu?oz, Kaustubh Deo, and Ryan Doyle carefully dissected the journey from searching for a business to running one. They didn’t hold back on sharing their real-world experiences — from the early challenges during the transition, to building confidence as owners. Here are some of our takeaways: 1. Asymmetrical information – prepare to not get the full picture 2. Models won’t be right – do your best to forecast and bring an umbrella just in case 3. Seller reliance is real – 20 years of industry experience is more expensive than you think Huge thanks to our panelists for pulling back the curtain on the ups, downs, and everything in between. And thank you to everyone who joined and made this event such a success! Special shoutout to our partners who make these events possible: Oberle Risk Strategies / August Felker First Internet Bank / Jared W Johnson Rejigg / Alex Hinch Appletree Business Services / Patrick Dichter STREAM Capital Partners, LLC / Daniel Macks
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We can't wait for next week! Who's joining us?! ?? https://lu.ma/sfctales1024
The journey of running a #SME comes with a roller coaster of emotions, and I’m excited to share some of the good, the bad, and the VERY ugly with fellow operators and searchers. This event is a fantastic opportunity to learn from each other's experiences... No filters, just real stories from the field. ?? ?? Special shoutout to Search Fund Coalition for the incredible work they’re doing to grow and support our ecosystem. ?? If you're part of the #ETA community or curious about what it's really like to invest and operate in the lower middle market, I encourage you to join us. ?? Date: October 15th ?? Time: 12pm EST Register ?? https://lu.ma/sfctales1024 Andrew Hoffman #searchfund #ETA #SME #SMB #PE #Operators
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