ETA Bootcamp
About this Event
Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) Bootcamp
Thinking about a career change? Buying a business? Selling one? Or ready to share your experience as a mentor?
Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) offers a pathway to business ownership by acquiring and growing an existing company.
This one-day bootcamp brings together aspiring buyers, business owners, experienced operators, investors, and mentors to explore the realities of buying, growing, and selling a business. Topics will include search models, financing, evaluating opportunities, ownership strategies, and more.
Attendees will also have opportunities to connect with USC communities including the Alumnae, Black Alumni, Asian Pacific Alumni, Latino Alumni, and Veterans Networks, with additional groups and resources being added.
Whether you’re exploring ETA for the first time, actively searching, considering selling your business, or have been through the process and want to mentor others, you’ll gain practical insights and valuable connections to help you take the next step.
Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Info: Overview of ETA, the day’s goals, and what attendees can expect
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
ETA Journey Panel
Info: Deciding to pursue ETA, finding funding, and lessons from the acquisition journey
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Networking Break
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Case Study: Inside an Acquisition
Info: A real-world look at acquiring and growing a business, including deal structure, financing, operations, recapitalization, and/or exit
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Networking Lunch
Info: Connect with affinity groups, mentors, and ETA resources.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
The Nitty Gritty: ETA Models & Approaches
Info: Traditional Search, Franchise, Self-Funded, SBA Loans, Military Transfer & more
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Networking Break
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Keynote Conversation & Q&A
Info: Insights from an entrepreneur who acquired, operated, grew, and/or exited a business
🕑: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Cocktails & Networking
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 210.94
