Houston ETA Meetup: ETA Circle

Free ETA Houston meetup (searcher-only). Monday June 16. Register at www.ETACircle.com Come hear Meredith and ^redacted‌ talk about their acquisition of a background screening company. They will speak about navigating ownership transitions, modernizing outdated systems, and building scalable operations—all while maintaining trust with long-term clients and employees. Key topics will include: - Partnering with a spouse to manage business ownership and transitions - Purchasing and running an owner-operator business with legacy systems - Strategies for scaling operations while preserving client and employee confidence Also, listen to their interview with ^redacted‌ on Acquiring Minds here: https://acquiringminds.co/articles/young-couple-starts-a-family-business-by-buying-one 5pm start. Monday June 16, 2025. Register: www.ETACircle.com. Event location to be emailed. Please contact redacted if you do not receive the location. *** Please no service providers at this event. This event is only for acquisition entrepreneurs. Please register so we can have an accurate food count. Everyone who has not attended before must register in advance (admission will be denied to first-time attendees who did not register.) *** Special thanks to our event sponsors: Bailey Law Firm PLLC - Founded and based in Houston, TX, Bailey Law Firm focuses on acquisition entrepreneurship. With flat fees tailored to each deal, we prioritize pricing transparency, ensuring clarity and predictability in all our services. Our tailored solutions are designed to align seamlessly with the unique goals of each client, recognizing the distinct nature of every M&A endeavor. Backed by a deep understanding of diverse industries and a commitment to staying ahead of legal market trends, Bailey Law offers strategic insights and actionable recommendations that empower informed decision-making. We are committed to maximizing your transactional value, minimizing your risk, and optimizing your deal structure. Bailey Law is your trusted ally in achieving your objectives during your entrepreneurship journey. ^redacted‌ lead's First Internet Bank’s Small Business Administration team. They have quite a success story in itself: since 2018, they have grown to rank among the top SBA lenders nationally in both loan volume and amount financed. As a Preferred Lender, they can deliver a faster, more flexible and robust lending experience for their small business clients. About the Founder: ^redacted‌ is business buyer at Gulf Bright Partners who acquired a company in 2024 which he continues to operate. He founded ETA Circle in 2023 to support the acquisition entrepreneur community.