Mike Jerman is the Managing Partner at Hollywell Partners, a private equity and strategic advisory firm focused on small business transactions and value creation. Mike has spent his career working alongside entrepreneurs navigating business transitions — from acquisition due diligence to post-close integration and growth planning.

At SMBash 2026, Mike joins "The Fraud or..." panel, bringing real-world examples of the deals that look great on paper but hide serious risks underneath. He shares the operator and advisor red flags that experienced buyers learn to spot — and what to do when you find them mid-process. If you're in the market for a business, this session could save you from a costly mistake.