The Original Self-Funded Search
& Operator Event

The Original Self-Funded Search
& Operator Event

The Original
Self-Funded Search

& Operator Event

April 22-24

Rayleigh Underground

Dallas, TX

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Where ambitious business buyers, operators, and investors come together to revolutionize the small business ecosystem.

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A MESSAGE FROM THE HOSTS

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WHAT'S ON

WHAT'S ON

WHAT'S ON

What to expect

Join us for a three day summit designed to spark ideas, forge partnerships, and shape what's next.

Visionary talks

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Hear from acquirers, experienced operators, service providers, and more leading the way in small business.

Visionary talks

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Hear from acquirers, experienced operators, service providers, and more leading the way in small business.

Visionary talks

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Hear from acquirers, experienced operators, service providers, and more leading the way in small business.

Practical workshops

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Roll up your sleeves in interactive sessions focused on real-world tools and strategies.

Practical workshops

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Roll up your sleeves in interactive sessions focused on real-world tools and strategies.

Practical workshops

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Roll up your sleeves in interactive sessions focused on real-world tools and strategies.

Purposeful networking

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Connect with a like-minded community of entrepreneurs, investors, and operators.

Purposeful networking

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Connect with a like-minded community of entrepreneurs, investors, and operators.

Purposeful networking

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Connect with a like-minded community of entrepreneurs, investors, and operators.

TESTIMONIALS

TESTIMONIALS

TESTIMONIALS

SPEAKERS

SPEAKERS

SPEAKERS

Keynote speakers

Hear from some of the best minds across business.

The Wait Is Almost Over

Our full roster of SMBash speakers will be revealed soon.

Don’t miss a name — sign up to get notified first.

SMBash Keynote Speaker Small Business Conference
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21Hours
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160Days
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SPONSORS

SPONSORS

SPONSORS

We’re proud to partner with an outstanding group of forward-thinking organizations.

APRIL 22-24, 2026

APRIL 22-24, 2026

APRIL 22-24, 2026

Agenda

Day 1

Afternoon

  • Opening Bash Happy Hour and Networking Event (Presented by Appletree Business Services)

Evening

  • Dinner at Rayleigh Underground

  • Keynote Address

Day 2

Morning

  • Opening Keynote Address

  • Deal Sourcing 101

  • Marketing and Brand Building

  • SBA 7(a) Debt Panel

Afternoon

  • Capital Raise Roundtable

  • Relationships, People Management & Hiring

  • Workshop: FInancial Modeling

  • Workshop: Advanced KPIs

  • Workshop: Executive Leadership

  • Workshop: Live Deal Review

  • Workshop: Systems & Operations

Evening

  • Happy Hour and Networking (Presented by System Six Bookkeeping)

  • Professional Headshots

  • Dinner

  • Keynote Address

Day 3

Morning

  • Morning Keynote Address

  • Revenue Growth Strategy

  • Quality of Earnings

  • Risk Management

Afternoon

  • Lunch

  • Closing Keynote Address

Day 1

Afternoon

  • Opening Bash Happy Hour and Networking Event (Presented by Appletree Business Services)

Evening

  • Dinner at Rayleigh Underground

  • Keynote Address

Day 2

Morning

  • Opening Keynote Address

  • Deal Sourcing 101

  • Marketing and Brand Building

  • SBA 7(a) Debt Panel

Afternoon

  • Capital Raise Roundtable

  • Relationships, People Management & Hiring

  • Workshop: FInancial Modeling

  • Workshop: Advanced KPIs

  • Workshop: Executive Leadership

  • Workshop: Live Deal Review

  • Workshop: Systems & Operations

Evening

  • Happy Hour and Networking (Presented by System Six Bookkeeping)

  • Professional Headshots

  • Dinner

  • Keynote Address

Day 3

Morning

  • Morning Keynote Address

  • Revenue Growth Strategy

  • Quality of Earnings

  • Risk Management

Afternoon

  • Lunch

  • Closing Keynote Address

Day 1

Afternoon

  • Opening Bash Happy Hour and Networking Event (Presented by Appletree Business Services)

Evening

  • Dinner at Rayleigh Underground

  • Keynote Address

Day 2

Morning

  • Opening Keynote Address

  • Deal Sourcing 101

  • Marketing and Brand Building

  • SBA 7(a) Debt Panel

Afternoon

  • Capital Raise Roundtable

  • Relationships, People Management & Hiring

  • Workshop: FInancial Modeling

  • Workshop: Advanced KPIs

  • Workshop: Executive Leadership

  • Workshop: Live Deal Review

  • Workshop: Systems & Operations

Evening

  • Happy Hour and Networking (Presented by System Six Bookkeeping)

  • Professional Headshots

  • Dinner

  • Keynote Address

Day 3

Morning

  • Morning Keynote Address

  • Revenue Growth Strategy

  • Quality of Earnings

  • Risk Management

Afternoon

  • Lunch

  • Closing Keynote Address

PRICING

PRICING

PRICING

Get tickets

SMBash limits the number of attendees in an effort to create an intimate, community setting.

Student Fund

$100+

SMBash will match every donation and offer a free ticket to students for every $997.50 (plus fees) in donations received.

Student Fund

$100+

SMBash will match every donation and offer a free ticket to students for every $997.50 (plus fees) in donations received.

Student Fund

$100+

SMBash will match every donation and offer a free ticket to students for every $997.50 (plus fees) in donations received.

General Admission

$1,995

3,500

Enjoy the official SMBash experience:

Reception with speakers

Networking and meals

Post event recordings

General Admission

$1,995

3,500

Enjoy the official SMBash experience:

Reception with speakers

Networking and meals

Post event recordings

General Admission

$1,995

3,500

Enjoy the official SMBash experience:

Reception with speakers

Networking and meals

Post event recordings

Team Admission

$1,795

$3,500

Designed for teams and partners. General Admission for up to 5 team members:

Buy 2 tickets and the per-ticket cost decreases to $1,895

Buy 3+ tickets and the per-ticket cost decreases to $1,795

Team Admission

$1,795

$3,500

Designed for teams and partners. General Admission for up to 5 team members:

Buy 2 tickets and the per-ticket cost decreases to $1,895

Buy 3+ tickets and the per-ticket cost decreases to $1,795

Team Admission

$1,795

$3,500

Designed for teams and partners. General Admission for up to 5 team members:

Buy 2 tickets and the per-ticket cost decreases to $1,895

Buy 3+ tickets and the per-ticket cost decreases to $1,795

FAQ

FAQ

FAQ

FAQ

Still got questions? Feel free to reach out. We're happy to help.

Who is SMBash for?

SMBash is for entrepreneurs, operators, investors, and professionals passionate about small and medium business acquisition and growth. Whether you’re a first-time searcher, a seasoned operator, or an advisor supporting the ecosystem, SMBash brings together the people shaping the future of entrepreneurship.

What's included with my ticket?

Your SMBash ticket includes everything you’ll need during the event except travel and lodging. This includes three full meals per day, complimentary drinks and snacks, full access to all event content such as keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions, participation in all official activities, post-event recordings of all sessions, and access to exclusive offers and partner specials.

Where is the event taking place?

SMBash 2026 will take place at The Rayleigh Underground in Irving, Texas — a modern, creative venue in the heart of the Dallas–Fort Worth area. It’s minutes from DFW Airport and Love Field, and surrounded by hotels, dining, and nightlife options.

Will there be virtual access or recordings?

SMBash is an in-person experience designed for live connection and collaboration. However, all attendees will receive access to session recordings after the event.

How do sponsorships work?

Interested in sponsoring SMBash? Contact us to learn more about current partnership opportunities.

What's your refund policy?

Tickets are fully refundable within 30 days of purchase and transferable up to two weeks before the event. If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to reassign your ticket to a colleague or contact us for help managing the transfer.

Who is SMBash for?

SMBash is for entrepreneurs, operators, investors, and professionals passionate about small and medium business acquisition and growth. Whether you’re a first-time searcher, a seasoned operator, or an advisor supporting the ecosystem, SMBash brings together the people shaping the future of entrepreneurship.

What's included with my ticket?

Your SMBash ticket includes everything you’ll need during the event except travel and lodging. This includes three full meals per day, complimentary drinks and snacks, full access to all event content such as keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions, participation in all official activities, post-event recordings of all sessions, and access to exclusive offers and partner specials.

Where is the event taking place?

SMBash 2026 will take place at The Rayleigh Underground in Irving, Texas — a modern, creative venue in the heart of the Dallas–Fort Worth area. It’s minutes from DFW Airport and Love Field, and surrounded by hotels, dining, and nightlife options.

Will there be virtual access or recordings?

SMBash is an in-person experience designed for live connection and collaboration. However, all attendees will receive access to session recordings after the event.

How do sponsorships work?

Interested in sponsoring SMBash? Contact us to learn more about current partnership opportunities.

What's your refund policy?

Tickets are fully refundable within 30 days of purchase and transferable up to two weeks before the event. If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to reassign your ticket to a colleague or contact us for help managing the transfer.

Who is SMBash for?

SMBash is for entrepreneurs, operators, investors, and professionals passionate about small and medium business acquisition and growth. Whether you’re a first-time searcher, a seasoned operator, or an advisor supporting the ecosystem, SMBash brings together the people shaping the future of entrepreneurship.

What's included with my ticket?

Your SMBash ticket includes everything you’ll need during the event except travel and lodging. This includes three full meals per day, complimentary drinks and snacks, full access to all event content such as keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions, participation in all official activities, post-event recordings of all sessions, and access to exclusive offers and partner specials.

Where is the event taking place?

SMBash 2026 will take place at The Rayleigh Underground in Irving, Texas — a modern, creative venue in the heart of the Dallas–Fort Worth area. It’s minutes from DFW Airport and Love Field, and surrounded by hotels, dining, and nightlife options.

Will there be virtual access or recordings?

SMBash is an in-person experience designed for live connection and collaboration. However, all attendees will receive access to session recordings after the event.

How do sponsorships work?

Interested in sponsoring SMBash? Contact us to learn more about current partnership opportunities.

What's your refund policy?

Tickets are fully refundable within 30 days of purchase and transferable up to two weeks before the event. If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to reassign your ticket to a colleague or contact us for help managing the transfer.

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