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SMBash
The National Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Summit, the original self-funded search conference held annually in Dallas.
Key facts
- Website
- smbash.com
- Pricing
- Paid conference ticket (2027 pricing not yet published)
- Country
- United States
- Rating
- No reviews yet
About SMBash
SMBash is a the National Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Summit, the original self-funded search conference held annually in Dallas. It connects people involved in searching for, financing, or operating an acquired business, giving members a place to trade experience rather than navigate the process alone.
Key features
- In-person national ETA summit in Texas
- 200+ searchers, operators, and investors
- Meals, keynotes, and sessions included
- Post-event session recordings provided
Pros & cons
Pros
- Billed as the original self-funded search conference
- Includes recordings for attendees afterward
Cons
- In-person only, no virtual option
- Ticket pricing not yet public
Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions About SMBash
What is SMBash?
SMBash is a the National Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Summit, the original self-funded search conference held annually in Dallas.
Who is SMBash for?
SMBash is for people actively involved in or exploring the acquisition path this community focuses on, who want to connect with others doing the same thing.
What category does SMBash fall under?
SMBash is listed under Communities — a group or network built for people in the acquisition-entrepreneurship space to connect, rather than a tool, marketplace, or publication.
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