Exploring ETA Space and Would Love to Connect

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March 25, 2026

by a searcher from New York University in New York, NY, USA

Hello Search Funder Community, I'm Asaf, currently living in Brooklyn NYC. Ever since I learned about the ETA space, I become passionate and excited to explore this as an alternative way to generate wealth and have meaningful career path. As I’m warping up my MBA at NYU Stern, I think it is the right moment to look closer on ETA as a solo, self-funded searcher. My background is Strategy & Ops @ Public Fintech company, where I spent the last 6+ years working with financial institutions and different teams across the company to plan and execute company’s Money Movement strategy. I have a wide expertise in data analysis, strategy planing and operational processes optimization. In terms of target industries, I’m agnostic, but leaning into HVAC, which I know is a hot industry now. I’m here to learn and connect. If you are searching in HVAC or are a fellow NYC-based searcher, I would love to learn more about your experience. I’m looking forward to connecting. Asaf
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Reply by a professional
from Duke University in New York, NY, USA
@redacted‌, welcome to the community! There are a few groups that do meet ups in the city. You'd probably find these particularly beneficial to chat with folks at all different stages of their ETA journey. @redacted‌ runs Search Fund Coalition, which hosts free monthly breakfasts in Fidi -- the next one is this Friday: https://luma.com/nycbreakfast326 In addition, here's a quick search of all HVAC in NJ: https://app.dealdogs.ai/search?share=m9JIIuA5Zi3LotQ1nAYSqod1YjjKonrD I'm assuming you probably still want to feel out the space as well as nail down on an industry thesis / focus before diving into proprietary sourcing & outreach, but hope this is helpful! Feel free to reach out w/ any questions -- I'll also be at the event on Friday.
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Reply by a lender
from California State University, Sacramento in Seattle, WA, USA
Hi @redacted‌ my colleague @redacted‌ will be speaking to the eta class next week. Happy to have you join our weekly power hour on all things SBA self funded tactical guidance. Email for links to register. redacted
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