Search Fund Accelerator (SFA) is a specialized accelerator for entrepreneurship through acquisition, helping aspiring operators become CEOs by acquiring and running an existing small‑to‑mid‑sized business. The program provides education, mentorship, playbooks, and investor access to guide participants through fundraising, deal sourcing, diligence, acquisition, and early operations.

☑ Pre‑Search — Individuals preparing to raise search capital
☑ Active Search — Founders seeking an acquisition target
☑ Post‑Acquisition (Early Operator Phase) — Ongoing support after closing

☑ Search Fund Accelerator — Structured education and support for searchers
☑ Entrepreneurship‑through‑Acquisition (ETA) Platform — Focused on acquiring and operating an existing business
☑ Investor Access & Capital Facilitation — Connects founders with search fund investor

• Individuals (not startups) pursuing entrepreneurship through acquisition.
• Backgrounds in operations, finance, consulting, or leadership are common.
• Willingness to raise search capital and operate an acquired business full‑time.

Application: Individuals apply to join a cohort based on background and ETA interest.
Training: Participants receive structured curriculum on search, diligence, financing, and operations.
Investor Access: SFA facilitates introductions to search fund investors and mentors.
Acquisition Support: Guidance through LOI, diligence, closing, and transition to operator.

✔ ETA‑focused education and playbooks
✔ Mentorship from experienced searchers and operators
✔ Access to search fund investors
✔ Support through acquisition and early operations
✔ Peer cohort and accountability