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Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition
Search Funds
Entrepreneurship
Solar Energy
Acquisition Strategies
Investment Strategies
Contract Sweeping Services
Miller Industrial
Mentorship
Platform Accounting Group
University Of Chicago Booth School Of Business
Chicago Booth
Emotional Intelligence
Sears
Mars Equity Partners
Commercial Solar Companies
Groupon
Culture and Values
SBA Loans
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A podcast series featuring all things related to search funds and entrepreneurship through acquisition. Hosted by Brian O'Connor, Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business and Managing Partner of NextGen Growth Partners.

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In this episode of the ETA Insider Podcast, we are joined by Jake Bitz, Director of Client Accounting & Advisory Services and Consulting CFO at Boulay. Jake breaks down the accounting realities that searchers and newly minted CEOs face before and aft... more

In this episode of the ETA Insider Podcast, we sit down with JT Fitzgerald, CEO of Kingsway Financial Services—the only U.S. public company embracing the search fund model. JT traces his path from trading on the Chicago Board of Trade to acquiring hi... more

In this episode of the ETA Insider Podcast, Jason Jackson shares his journey from first discovering ETA at the 2014 Booth-Kellogg Conference to navigating the highs and lows of running a search fund-backed business. He discusses the challenges of acq... more

In this episode of the ETA Insider Podcast, we explore the unique intersection of family, career, and community within the world of ETA with Cat Littell, MBA ‘08. Cat shares her journey from launching her first venture during the 2008 financial crisi... more

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Recent Guests

JT Fitzgerald
CEO of Kingsway Financial Services and advocate of search fund strategy
Kingsway Financial Services
Episode: Redefining ETA in the Public Markets
Jason Jackson
Partner at Futaleufu Partners and co-founder of the Black Search Network
Futaleufu Partners
Episode: Hard Lessons, Resilience, and the Future of ETA
Cat Littell
Co-leads the ETA effort at Hallstatt Legacy Partners and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Chicago Booth
Hallstatt Legacy Partners
Episode: When Search Meets Real Life
Andre Papianopoulos
Co-founder and managing partner of APARA Capital
APARA Capital
Episode: Operating in the White Space of ETA in Mexico
Jake Levine
CEO of ROBO, an IT managed service provider, and a Chicago Booth alumnus
ROBO
Episode: Cracking the Code on a Non-Traditional ETA Journey
Keith Burns
Co-chairman and CEO of Lullwater and Company, Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at Chicago Booth
Lullwater and Company
Episode: How a Recovering Attorney Built a Healthcare Empire
Christine Koval
Founder of Next Haven Group
Next Haven Group
Episode: The Art of ETA and High-Quality Revenue
Mike Aubrey
Partner at Shore Search Partners with a background in growing and scaling businesses across various industries.
Shore Search Partners
Episode: Entrepreneurial Lessons of Grit, Growth, and Giving Back
Mark Jackson
Partner at Centennial Investment Partners
Centennial Investment Partners
Episode: Peace Corps to Self Funded Search

Host

Brian O'Connor
Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at Chicago Booth, Host of the ETA Insider Podcast, and Managing Partner of NextGen Growth Partners.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Older episodes

    What happened to the older episodes? I started at the beginning and was through some of 2019 and now it only shows 5 total episodes?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZipgradAkron
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    Great information, very helpful resource for aspiring ETA entrepreneurs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Etrudeau
    United States5 years ago
  • Great show for EtA!

    Feedback for host: beware rambling questions... less is more. Let guest speak

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnFromTulsa
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the valuable insights and practical advice shared by experienced entrepreneurs and investors.
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Overall, the podcast is seen as a useful resource for those interested in ETA and search fund topics.

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Redefining ETA in the Public Markets
Q: What would be a final parting piece of wisdom or advice that you would share with them?
Fitzgerald emphasizes the importance of understanding how hard the search process is, appreciating the loneliness, and matching one's capital source with the right advisors.
When Search Meets Real Life
Q: How much of a conversation is ETA around the dinner table?
Cat shares that their children understand ETA at a high level, and they discuss experiences rather than sensitive details, fostering an understanding and curiosity about their work.
When Search Meets Real Life
Q: How did you think about ETA as a profession and as a life choice in its ability to allow you that type of flexibility?
Cat explains that while they initially didn't think about flexibility, the nature of ETA allowed them to work together as a team to manage personal and professional responsibilities, especially during challenging times.
When Search Meets Real Life
Q: How did you find your way into this world that we now call home?
Cat speaks about starting a business while in school, facing hardships during the 2008 financial crisis, and ultimately transitioning into the ETA field.
Cracking the Code on a Non-Traditional ETA Journey
Q: Looking forward, what are your plans as the CEO of ROBO?
Jake expresses his commitment to building the business further, with a focus on both organic growth and exploring strategic acquisitions, while also being reflective about his own journey in the role.

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What is ETA Insider Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast series offers a rich exploration of search funds and entrepreneurship through acquisition, a niche yet increasingly relevant topic in today's business landscape. With insights from industry leaders and experienced practitioners, the episodes cover a variety of approaches to business acquisition, financial strategies, and personal stories of resilience and innovation. Listeners can expect to hear from guest speakers who share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs within the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) community, making this a valuable resource for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned investors alike.

The series is distinguished by its expert-led discussions and the practical advice offered, presenting both the ... more

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1. JT Fitzgerald
2. Jason Jackson
3. Cat Littell
4. Andre Papianopoulos
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7. Christine Koval
8. Mike Aubrey

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