SMBash

The National Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Summit, the original self-funded search conference held annually in Dallas.

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Website: smbash.com
Pricing: Paid conference ticket (2027 pricing not yet published)
Country: United States
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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

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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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