SMBash

5 DAYS until SMBash 2025! The countdown is ON... and the hotel is completely SOLD OUT. Not just the SMBash room block, but the entire HOTEL! Don’t worry there are four other hotels within walking distance. ? The top minds in ETA and SMB ? Game-changing conversations ? Expert-led sessions ? Packed networking events ? Swag. Headshots. Massages. Happy Hours. And if you don’t have your ticket yet... well, you’re this close to missing out on the most impactful event in the ETA world. ?? April 2-4 | Dallas, TX ??? There are a handful of tickets still available (link in our profile), so secure your spot now! Sam Rosati David Brackett Kevin Henderson

Check out the full SMBash 2025 lineup of action-packed sessions, expert speakers, and can't-miss networking opportunities. Now’s the time to lock in your plans—only 6 days until kickoff! Get your ticket & secure your stay before this amazing event passes you by! Patrick Dichter Heather Endresen Justin Oldroyd Matthew Dolsky Nicholas Pavlik Huntington National Bank Reid Tileston Christian Ruf Will Smith Moses Kagan Kevin Henderson Sam Rosati David Brackett Paul Henderson Brent Beshore Josh Schultz Joe Perrett Andy Harbut Joshua Richman Jeff Driskel Kaustubh Deo Palmer Higgins Chase Murdock #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSuccess #BusinessOwners #SMB #ETA #education #experience #logisticsmanagement #businessdevelopment

Sponsor Hubs + Swag Exchange at SMBash 2025! We’re making it easier than ever for searchers and operators to connect with the trusted service providers they need to grow and run exceptional businesses. ?? Sponsor Hubs will be located on Level Two—dedicated spaces where you can meet face-to-face with experts in finance, law, HR, operations, risk, and more. Whether you’re looking for a new partner or just have questions, these hubs are the perfect place to start the conversation. ?? SMB Swag Exchange – Bring your hats, stickers, t-shirts, or anything else that reps your brand. Nothing will be for sale, but we’re encouraging attendees and sponsors to freely share their merch and show off their SMB pride. ??Find it all happening alongside our happy hours—April 2-4 in Dallas. Come for the content. Stay for the connections. Leave with new tools, new friends, and a few great stickers. Questions? It's not too late. Ask David Brackett Sam Rosati or Kevin Henderson #EntrepreneurshipThroughAcquisition #SmallBusinessSuccess #ETAOperators #SearchersAndOperators #SMBash2025

?? Focused Happy Hours + Exclusive Perks at SMBash 2025! ?? We’re leveling up your SMBash experience with happy hours for everyone and focused gatherings designed to help you connect more deeply with your community. ??Location for Open Happy Hours: Level Two – Violet Bar, near the balconies and overlooking the main stage ?? Time: Happy Hour for all attendees starts at 4:45 PM on both Thursday and Friday! ?? Thursday, 4:45 - 6:15 PM – Women in ETA Happy Hour Hosted by Denisse Montenegro & Evelin Montenegro, this focused session is a chance for women in ETA to build meaningful connections and share experiences. Level Two Emerald Bar & Lounge, across from the Gamma ?? Thursday Bonus @ 4:30 PM – Free Headshots by Justin Runyon Photography. Stop by early and get a professional photo taken! ?? Friday, 4:45 - 6:15 PM – SMB Law Group LLP & SMBootcamp Clients Happy Hour A casual meet-up for clients and friends of SMB Law Group & SMBootcamp—connect with fellow operators, searchers, and mentors. Level Two Emerald Bar & Lounge, across from the Gamma ??♂? Friday Bonus @ 4:30 PM – Chair Massages by Massage By Design. Relax before diving into your evening connections. Level Two near the open happy hour. Grab a drink and enjoy another great way to connect at SMBash! David Brackett Kevin Henderson Sam Rosati Drew Eckman #EntrepreneurshipThroughAcquisition #SmallBusinessSuccess #BusinessOwnersNetwork #SMBConference #ETAOperators

?? Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Business – The SMBash Searcher Track! ?? Buying a business is no small task—but at SMBash 2025, we’re giving you the playbook to find, fund, and close the right deal. Whether you're new to Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition or deep into your search, these sessions will give you actionable strategies to get to close. ?? Searcher Track Highlights: ? Winning Methods in Deal Sourcing – Peter Lehrman ? Deal Sourcing 101 - Jackie Ossin Hirsch, ??Clint Fiore ? Anatomy of a Deal: The Roof is on Fire! – Nadav Ben-Chanoch, Jackie Hirsch, & Kevin Henderson walk through an actual deal from search to acquisition. ? Show Me the Money! Investor Equity Raise – Tony Cappaert & Saumil Jariwala ? The Big D: SBA Debt – Jared W Johnson, Matt Dolsky, & Heather Endresen share what you need to know before borrowing. ? The Fine Print: SMB Legal – Eric B. Pacifici ? The "Fraud or Not" Game Show: Mike Jerman financial pitfalls to avoid. ? Ponytail vs. Patagonia - Taylor Wallace & Chris Williams ?? Not a searcher? No problem! All attendees can join ANY session, whether you're looking to buy a business or already running one. ?? April 2-4, Dallas, TX ??? Get your ticket and book your hotel today! Only 9 days until our opening happy hour! #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSuccess #BusinessOwners #SMB #ETA #education #experience #logisticsmanagement

The SMBash 2025 Schedule is LIVE! Only 12 days until our Happy Hour Kickoff hosted by United Midwest Savings Bank Check out the full lineup of action-packed sessions, expert speakers, and can't-miss networking opportunities. Now’s the time to lock in your plans! Get your ticket & secure your stay now! Andy Harbut Peter Lehrman Brent Beshore Chase Murdock Chris Koerner Chris Williams Christian Ruf ??Clint Fiore Denisse Montenegro Evelin Montenegro Jackie Ossin Hirsch Jeff Driskel Joshua Richman Josh Schultz Kaustubh Deo Michael Botkin Mike Jerman Paul Henderson Reid Tileston Saumil Jariwala Taylor Wallace David Brackett Kevin Henderson Sam Rosati Will Smith Jared W Johnson Nadav Ben-Chanoch Eric B. Pacifici Joe Perrett Moses Kagan Patrick Dichter Heather Endresen Tony Cappaert Palmer Higgins Jordan Landon Nicholas Pavlik Chad Fondriest

??Our Keynote Speakers for SMBash 2025! ?? We’re bringing the best minds in SMB & ETA to the stage this April 2-4 in Dallas, TX! Get ready to learn from industry leaders who have bought, built, and scaled businesses across multiple industries. ?? Josh Schultz – Operational Excellence: Strategies to optimize, streamline, and scale. ?? Brent Beshore – The OG of SMB: Lessons from the pioneer of small business acquisition education. ?? Christian Ruf – Special Ops: Tactical decision-making for business success. ?? Moses Kagan – Adventures in Property Management: The real story behind real estate operations. ?? Will Smith - Adventures in Property Management: The real story behind real estate operations. ?? Paul Henderson - The entrepreneur journey from Carnegie Mellon to Cannabis These speakers bring real-world experience and actionable insights to help you take your SMB journey to the next level. Don't miss it! Tickets are selling fast—secure yours by heading to our website today! #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSuccess #BusinessOwners #SMB #ETA #education #experience #logisticsmanagement #businessdevelopment

?? Running & Scaling a Business? The SMBash Operator Track is for You! ?? Buying a business is one thing—running it efficiently and growing it profitably is another. At SMBash 2025, the Operator Track is packed with real-world insights from experienced SMB leaders to help you navigate the challenges of running and optimizing your business. ?? In no particular order we give you the Operator Track Speakers: ? Running it Back: Starting Over After Exit - Michael Botkin ? So You Want to Build a HoldCo? – Chase Murdock & Palmer Higgins share insights on holding company strategy. ? The Role of a CEO – Chris Koerner on leadership, decision-making, and scaling your team. ? Next-level KPIs & Performance Tracking – Kaustubh Deo breaks down the numbers that drive business success. ? Deals Gone Wrong – Denisse & Evelin Montenegro share the hard lessons from challenging acquisitions. ? The Intentional Owner LIVE - Kaustubh Deo & Sam Rosati take the stage with their brand new podcast. Come watch as they speak with business owners who have been in the trenches of the real work of running a small business! ? Down at the 1-Yard Line - Jeff Driskel takes the stage again. This year, with more experience under his belt, he will be joining as a panelist. ? Cover Your A**: SMB Insurance – Joshua Richman, Andy Harbut, & Joe Perrett break down how to protect your business the right way. ?? Not an operator yet? No problem! All attendees can join ANY session—whether you're running a business or still searching for one. ?? April 2-4, Dallas, TX ??? Tickets are selling fast—secure yours today by heading to our website! #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSuccess #BusinessOwners #SMB #ETA #education #experience #logisticsmanagement

?? A Huge Thank You to Our Gold Sponsors! ?? SMBash 2025 wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible Gold Sponsors. Their support helps make this event possible, and their expertise is invaluable to the SMB and ETA community. ?? Axial – The leading online platform connecting business buyers, sellers, and investors to streamline the deal-making process. ?? First Internet Bank – A trusted partner in SBA and acquisition financing, helping entrepreneurs secure funding for their business purchases. ?? SMBootcamp – A hands-on program designed to equip searchers and operators with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in ETA. ?? SMB Law Group LLP – The go-to legal team for SMB acquisitions, ensuring buyers navigate deals with confidence and the right protections. ?? Thank you to these incredible sponsors for their commitment to SMBash and the entrepreneurs who make small business ownership thrive! ?? Join us April 2-4 in Dallas, TX, and connect with our Gold Sponsors in person! Kevin Henderson Sam Rosati David Brackett Peter Lehrman Jared W Johnson Eric B. Pacifici #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSuccess #BusinessOwners #SMB #ETA #education #experience #logisticsmanagement

?? Due to Demand: Additional Sessions have been added to SMBash 2025! ?? You asked, and we listened! Just after our normally scheduled sessions we’ve added more speakers to the lineup—they are relevant to both searchers and buyers. ?? Thursday 3:30 - 4:30 “Financial Modeling for ETA” led by Sam Rosati and Drew Eckman OR “Grit it Done” by Reid Tileston, sharing what really happens after you take over a business. @reidtileston ?? Friday 3:30 - 4:30 “Working Capital Analysis” led by Sam Rosati and Drew Eckman ?? These sessions are designed to maximize value, create deeper conversations, and help you connect with people who truly understand your challenges. ??? Tickets are selling fast—grab yours today! Drew Eckman Sam Rosati Reid Tileston Kevin Henderson David Brackett