Entrepreneurship Through Aquisition Workshop: Buying and Selling Businesses

What if your next entrepreneurial adventure didn’t require starting from scratch?

Welcome to Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA)—an overlooked yet powerful approach to becoming a business owner. Instead of building a new venture from the ground up, ETA empowers entrepreneurs to acquire and grow existing businesses, tapping into immediate revenue, loyal customers, and established infrastructure. Whether you’re a corporate escapee, an aspiring founder, or a strategic investor, ETA might just be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

In this engaging workshop, you’ll get an inside look at how ETA differs from traditional startup paths—and why it’s gaining serious momentum. You'll hear real-world stories of entrepreneurs who skipped the garage-stage struggle and stepped into ownership by purchasing existing small businesses, many from retiring Baby Boomer owners looking for a legacy-minded successor. From service companies to manufacturing firms, and even franchise models, ETA offers countless opportunities for innovation without the chaos of zero-to-one.