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The Original Meetup of SMB Searchers, Operators + Investors | April 2-4, 2025 | Dallas, TX | Hosts @Sam_Rosati, @KHendersonCo, @TwoTeesSMB.

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“I have the most real conversations here with fellow operators.” -Denisse Montenegro At SMBash, we don't sit on the surface. We discuss the frameworks and processes that actually work. Don't take our word for it - come and see!

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Where are you stuck? We talk to hundreds of searchers, buyers, and operators—and the same questions come up again and again: How do I fund this? How do I know it’s a good business? What happens after close? Come to SMBash to get answers from people doing it right now.

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They didn’t ask for permission. They took the leap. SMBash is where people from every walk of life become owners. Maybe they left behind a corporate job, or they were a stay at home parent and now they’re getting back into the workforce. You never know who you’re going to meet

They didn’t ask for permission. They took the leap.

SMBash is where people from every walk of life become owners. Maybe they left behind a corporate job, or they were a stay at home parent and now they’re getting back into the workforce. You never know who you’re going to meet
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SMBash isn’t trying to be everything for everyone. We focus on the two things that matter most for anyone serious about small business acquisition: 👉 Searching — Finding and evaluating the right business to buy 👉 Operating — Running that business better than the day you

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Thinking about buying a small business—or already running one? SMBash is the ultimate conference for people navigating Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA). Whether you're a first-time searcher looking to acquire your first business, or a current operator focused on

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The first 24 hours after closing and acquisition will define the next 6 months. The team isn't just watching what you say - they're watching what you do. ✅Hold the all-hands meeting first thing, ✅Set up payroll without a hitch, ✅Then get out there and learn. Your

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Owning is a different beast than acquiring. But you don’t have to guess what works. SMBash brings real operators with real lessons. April 22–24, 2026 | Dallas Have questions? Ask our hosts Kevin Henderson and David Brackett

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Searching isn’t a warm-up — it’s a craft. SMBash’s Searcher Track covers: • Deal sourcing • SBA + debt • Red flags • Financial modeling • Operator-informed evaluation Learn to buy the right business — not just any business. SMBash 2026 · April 22–24

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Thinking about attending SMBash for the first time? Here’s your sign to go. SMBash is where searchers, operators, lenders, and ETA service providers gather to share the real stories behind acquiring and running small businesses. Come with focused questions, don’t skip the

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There are a lot of ETA conferences out there. So… what makes SMBash different? At SMBash, we keep it simple: TWO tracks. That’s it. 👉 The SEARCHER Track: Panels and conversations that seasoned searchers actually come back for — but still clear enough that rookie searchers

There are a lot of ETA conferences out there.
So… what makes SMBash different?
At SMBash, we keep it simple: TWO tracks.
That’s it.

👉 The SEARCHER Track:
Panels and conversations that seasoned searchers actually come back for — but still clear enough that rookie searchers
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SMBash isn’t a generic “business conference.” It’s the only event built exclusively for ETA searchers + SMB operators. We go deep on the two topics that move the needle: ✅ Searching ✅ Operating If you’re serious about ETA, this is your room. If you’re tired of theory, this

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New site. New tickets. New sponsors. Same focus: ETA + Operators only. SMBash 2026 — Dallas, April 22–24. Tickets + sponsorships now live → on the website

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What’s the hardest part of ETA? Funding? Finding? Buying? Running? You can’t Google your way through this stuff. You need people who’ve actually done it. That’s why SMBash exists. 💬 Drop your question — we’ll bring the answers. Hosted by David Brackett and Kevin Henderson

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Want to know what your life could look like in 1, 5, or 10 years? At SMBash, you’ll meet the people already living that future. ✔ Searchers buying their first business ✔ Operators growing revenue and teams ✔ Service providers solving real challenges From coffee chats to

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Tired of sitting on ideas while others buy businesses and take the leap? At SMBash 2026, you’ll meet real operators, searchers, and acquirers who turned questions into deals, and hesitation into action. Whether you're exploring ETA or deep into operations, this event delivers

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Sometimes the best advice you’ll hear at SMBash isn’t something you even knew that you needed to know! Thanks Peter Lehrman for joining us in 2025 - your panel on “Winning Methods in Deal Sourcing” was a must-attend!

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Every searcher and operator has a moment when they stop waiting and start making it happen. Chris Koerner, the speaker in this video is definitely someone that makes things happen! And you’ll meet many more at SMBash. And if you’ve been waiting for the right nudge… here it is:

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Everyone wants the “Just Closed!” post. But you know what feels even better? Not buying a business that would’ve made you miserable. Patience isn’t boring—it’s a superpower. Search smart. Walk away confidently. Your future operator self will thank you. 🙃 Black Friday Sale

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One thing about SMBash: Every room is filled with people who’ve actually done the work. Operators who’ve survived tough quarters. Searchers who’ve walked from bad deals. Lenders who’ve seen thousands of P&Ls. Advisors who know where the bodies are buried. Owners who’ve