Self-Funded Search vs. Traditional Search Funds

Lively debate between Greg Geronemus & Robert Graham about the 2 most common models searchers use to acquire a business. Covered in the debate:Quick definitions of each modelHow the economics differWhy are traditional search fund terms so fixed?CEO vs. OwnerAccountability, governance, boards, mentoringFlexibility & optionalityRelative risk of both modelsProbability of closeProbability of successAssembling the board as a self-funded searcherIs either model preferable for particular industry targets?Who is your model not for?Connect with the debaters on LinkedIn:Robert GrahamGreg GeronemusConnect with Acquiring Minds:Connect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterLinks & mentions:Stanford's 2020 Search Fund StudyRobert's investment firm SIGGreg's investment firm Footbridge Partners

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