Our Programs

We offer three distinct programs designed to fit your goals and budget

DIY Essentials

$397

Completely asynchronous small business acquisition course for first-time acquirers and Searchers who want the basics of finding, financing, and closing on their own small business. If you're just beginning your Search journey, we'd recommend purchasing DIY Essentials until you can make the LIVE committment.

What's Included?

  • Instant access to 16 tactical proprietary video lessons via our Skool platform
  • Full library of M&A templates and checklists (LOI, diligence request list, working capital, etc.)
  • Valuation & financial modeling walkthroughs and plug-and-play templates
  • Deal sourcing strategies & broker outreach scripts
  • Capital raise materials and templates (investment teaser, investment presentation, etc.)
  • SBA loan process breakdown and lender-prep guidance from SMB Loan Support, our in-house loan brokerage service
  • Price credit towards LIVE or Accelerated Success templates
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LIVE

$4500

Our flagship in-person 3-day Bootcamp for acquirers who want expert guidance and hands-on training to accelerate their search and confidently acquire a small business. LIVE is hosted in Tampa, Florida. LIVE is an in-person, cohort-based education program designed for serious acquisition entrepenreneurs who are ready to commit to buying a small business.

What's Included?

  • 3-Day, in-person Bootcamp with expert instruction from SMBootcamp instructors and the Deal Team
  • Access to DIY Essentials content library, M&A templates, and checklists (LOI, diligence request list, working capital, etc.)
  • Bootcamp LIVE onboarding, cohort introduction call, and pre-event program guide and resources
  • Deal Team Access and in-person instruction on 3rd party diligence specialties (Legal, Quality of Earnings, M&A Tax, Business Brokerage, and SBA Lending)
  • Access to SMB Loan Support for your deal (once under LOI) with a network of 25+ friendly and familiar SBA Lenders
  • Never Search Alone: Post-Bootcamp access to alumni in your geography, your event cohort, and a moderated monthly all-alumni call with tailored programming
  • Access to our alumni Slack group to enage and ask questions to the SMBootcamp community of 300+ LIVE and Accelerated Success alumni
  • Catered event breakfast and lunch as well as special event dinners at local Tampa restaurants on Wednesday and Thursday (no cost)

Application Process

LIVE was developed for serious acquisition entrepreneurs who are committed to finding and acquiring a small business. Once you fill out the application, the SMBootcamp team will review the application for fit in the cohort that works for your schedule. Once reviewed, the SMBootcamp team will reach out to schedule a call for further information on your background, ETA goals, and fit in the cohort.

Upcoming LIVE Event Dates

  • April 30 - May 2, 2025
  • June 18 - 20, 2025
  • August 6 - 8, 2025

Travel Recommendations

SMBootcamp events are hosted Wednesday through Friday from approximately 9am ET to 6pm ET. The event is hosted at Embarc Collective in downtown Tampa, approximately 20 minutes from Tampa International Airport. We recommend that attendees book their hotel at one of our recommendations below, and arrive in Tampa the evening before the event if possible. All hotel recommendations are a 5-15 minute walk to our event venue.

Hotels

  • ROOST Tampa located at 1050 Water Street Tampa, FL 33602
  • Hyatt House Tampa Downtown located at 325 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
  • Hampton Inn Downtown Channel District located at 1155 E Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602

Airports

  • Tampa International Airpoort, approximately 20 minutes from Embarc Collective
  • St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport approximately 40 minutes from Embarc Collective

Accelerated Success

$7500

Expert 1:1 coaching and strategic support for active searchers looking for complete confidence in their investment judgment and execution across sourcing, diligence, and negotiations.

What is Accelerated Success?

Accelerated Success is our white-glove program, designed to maximize your probability of closing, reduce risk, and build your confidence that you can analyze opportunities with a professional investment lens. We remove the guesswork and provide a second-set of eyes, so you know you're executing your deal at a high-level.

Who is Accelerated Success for?

Accelerated Success is for committed acquisition entrepreneurs who want to move faster, make smarter decisions, and avoid costly mistakes. It's built for those who are actively searching or preparing to, and want expert guidance and personalized feedback from professionals who've done it before.

What's Included?

  • Free attendance at LIVE and access to DIY Essentials content library, M&A templates, and checklists (LOI, diligence request list, working capital, etc.)
  • Dedicated Searcher Success Coach assigned to you to ensure your professional acquisition skillset development and eliminate critical mistakes in your deal
  • Weekly coaching calls including hour-long Search Q&As, Deal Team Discussions, and personalized Deal Reviews to guide you through your deal process
  • Access and introductions to SMB acquisition equity investor network upon signing of your LOI
  • Private moderated Slack group dedicated to Accelerated Success members; Slack community includes direct access to the full SMBootcamp Team, your Searcher Success Coach, and members of the Deal Team
  • Upgraded access to the Accelerated Success content and materials library with 60+ instruction videos, walkthroughs, webinar recordings, and upgraded templates
  • Indefinite access to the Accelerated Success community and content for the duration of your Search
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