The Self-Funded Search Conference is the only conference dedicated exclusively to the self-funded search model of entrepreneurship through acquisition (“ETA”) – exclusively for self-funded searchers. This annual conference is hosted by the Self-Funded Search Association (“SFSA”), a not-for-profit organization (NFPO) for individuals who are seeking to purchase a company through the self-funded path to entrepreneurship through acquisition.

The Self-Funded Search Conference is a not-for-profit event, with all proceeds reinvested into the conference to maximize value to attendees. SFSA is proud to partner with the following sponsors to host this event: SIG Partners, Live Oak Bank, Cayne Crossing, Symphony Risk, Steckler Wayne & Love, System Six, Commercial Lending X, and Aspen HR.

This conference is designed to educate, encourage and equip current and prospective self-funded searchers to succeed in their mission of identifying and acquiring a small or mid-sized business. The conference will bring together self-funded searchers, lenders, service providers, operators, and other professionals in the self-funded search ecosystem to explore this rapidly growing market.

Attendees will attend panels and workshops on a variety of topics including: sourcing acquisition opportunities, valuation, structuring and submitting offers, performing financial diligence, securing debt financing, performing insurance and benefits diligence, legal diligence and documentation, raising equity, and more. Further, keynote speakers will address important topics such as the state of self-funded search, post-closing operations, self-funded search best practices, and more.