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Package Description:
Are you considering launching your search fund—or have you just closed your fundraising and are ready to begin the journey? I help aspiring and active searchers navigate the complexities of the search fund model with tailored guidance, practical frameworks, and proven best practices across strategy, deal sourcing, and investment evaluation. With over five years of hands-on experience running an investor-backed search fund—and now as the CEO of my acquired company—I bring both the investor’s perspective and the operator’s reality. My coaching is designed to help you avoid common pitfalls, sharpen your approach, and accelerate your path to a successful acquisition and beyond.
What you'll get from this package
How to define a clear , compelling and actual investment thesis.
Deal sourcing, proprietary vs brokered : an hybryd apporach.
Screening a deal effectively.
How to maintain a posotive relationship with your three main stakeholders : seller, investors, banks.
Deal straucturing: lessons learned.
Singing and closing : best practices.
How to make the most of your 100 days as a CEO.
Additional details
Coaching delivered via live sessions.
Services included:
Deal Sourcing
Due Diligence
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Joined August 2025
5.0
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Welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in leadership roles across various industries, I bring a wealth of knowledge to aspiring search fund entrepreneurs. As a former Searcher, now CEO and Search Fund Investor, I have successfully navigated the complexities of acquiring and managing a company, backed by a group of Italian and international investors. My journey involved screening over 400 manufacturing companies and negotiating multiple deals, providing me with firsthand insights into the search fund process. I have coached 30+ searchers, helping them refine their strategies and achieve their entrepreneurial goals. If you're looking to embark on your search fund journey, let's connect and craft a tailored plan for your success!
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