“Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition: Is Buying a Business Your Next Move?
Schedule
Wed Apr 08 2026 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Live Wick's | Arlington, TX
About this Event
ARLINGTON BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENTS
LUNCH & LEARN WORKSHOP
“Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition: Is Buying a Business Your Next Move?”
Featuring Special Guest Presenter:
Richard Chance, M.S.
Dean of Lifestyle and Community Learning
Tarrant County College
📅 Event Details
Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Live Wick’s
2405 S Collins St, Arlington, TX 76014
Investment: $20.00
🔑 Workshop Overview
Are you ready to own a business without starting from scratch?
This high-impact Lunch & Learn introduces entrepreneurs, professionals, and aspiring owners to the powerful strategy of Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA)—a proven pathway to building wealth through buying existing businesses.
Led by Richard Chance, this session delivers practical, real-world insight on how to identify, evaluate, and position yourself to acquire a business in today’s market.
💼 What You Will Learn
- Understanding ETA Fundamentals
How business acquisition differs from startups—and why it’s gaining momentum - How to Identify the Right Business
Key indicators of profitable, scalable acquisition targets - Valuation & Deal Structuring Basics
Learn how businesses are priced and how deals are negotiated - Funding Strategies
Explore creative financing, partnerships, and capital access - Avoiding Costly Mistakes
What seasoned buyers look for—and what to avoid
🎯 Who Should Attend
- Entrepreneurs ready to expand or pivot
- Corporate professionals exploring ownership
- Investors and deal-minded leaders
- Small business owners seeking growth through acquisition
🤝 Why You Need to Be in the Room
This is more than a workshop—it’s a strategic conversation about ownership, leverage, and long-term wealth creation in the DFW market.
You will also gain access to:
- High-level networking with business leaders
- Direct insight from an academic and industry expert
- Actionable next steps to move from interest to execution
🚨 Call to Action
Seats are limited. Serious business only.
👉 RSVP NOW: http://bit.ly/ABCCLunchLearnETA
🔗 Powered By
Arlington Black Chamber of Commerce
In partnership with Tarrant County College
Where is it happening?
Live Wick's, 2405 South Collins Street, Arlington, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 23.18
