welcome to smbash 2026!
april 22-24, 2026
Dallas, TExas
SMBash is the original self-funded search event uniting small business buyers, operators, and investors. Join us as we learn together , inspire with innovative ideas, and build powerful networks to revolutionize the small business ecosystem.
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THANK YOU to our 2025 sponsors!
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WHAT WE TALK ABOUT
searching
Dive deep into the world of small business acquisitions at SMBash!
Over three information-packed days, we'll dive deep into the strategies and processes of searching for, evaluating, and acquiring small businesses.
Leverage expert insights, interactive workshops, and dynamic panel discussions to equip yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify promising opportunities and close successful transactions.
Over three information-packed days, we'll dive deep into the strategies and processes of searching for, evaluating, and acquiring small businesses.
Leverage expert insights, interactive workshops, and dynamic panel discussions to equip yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify promising opportunities and close successful transactions.
financing
Unlock the often opaque and difficult landscape of debt and equity financing at SMBash!
Our immersive three-day event is designed to guide you through the complexities of raising capital.
Join insightful sessions led by industry professionals, gain valuable networking opportunities, and learn strategic fundraising approaches to secure the resources needed for a successful acquisition.
Our immersive three-day event is designed to guide you through the complexities of raising capital.
Join insightful sessions led by industry professionals, gain valuable networking opportunities, and learn strategic fundraising approaches to secure the resources needed for a successful acquisition.
operating
Embrace the journey of small business ownership with confidence at SMBash!
Our three-day event offers a deep-dive into the practicalities of running a successful small enterprise.
Engage in enlightening seminars, hear first-hand experiences from seasoned operators, and uncover proven strategies for managing daily operations, fostering growth, and steering your business towards long-term success.
Our three-day event offers a deep-dive into the practicalities of running a successful small enterprise.
Engage in enlightening seminars, hear first-hand experiences from seasoned operators, and uncover proven strategies for managing daily operations, fostering growth, and steering your business towards long-term success.
30+
speakers
3
days
12+
sessions
CONNECT WITH PROVEN SMB OPERATORS.
Immerse yourself in 3 jam-packed days of powerful connections and invaluable networking opportunities at SMBash, where attendees turn everyday interactions into game-changing partnerships.
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Student FUnd
Custom
SMBash will match every donation and offer a free ticket to students for every $997.50 (plus fees) in donations received.
2026 Ticket
$
1,995
plus fees
Full 3-day access to all sessions, workshops, happy hours, dinners, and more.
Sponsorships
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At SMBash, we’re rethinking what it means to be a sponsor. No more stale expos or transactional pitches. Instead, we create space for real, meaningful connection—between searchers, operators, investors, and you.
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