Take Five #155: Introducing Kumo News + tell us how to improve your deal sourcing, and more
Top five must-reads this week in the world of SMB acquisitions and operations
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Take Five #155: Introducing Kumo News + tell us how to improve your deal sourcing, and more
1. Introducing Kumo News + tell us how to improve your deal sourcing
Check out Kumo’s news page for details on app updates, programs, and projects in development.
Your feedback is welcomed (and encouraged!) so let us know what features and functions you’d like to see.
“Following our recent acquisition, we're expanding the capabilities of our deal sourcing platform that has already aggregated over 100,000 deals from hundreds of listings. We're passionate about connecting entrepreneurs with opportunities, and now we want your input to shape our future direction.
What features would most improve your deal sourcing?
Tell us about your current pain points in finding quality deals. Are there specific data points or filtering capabilities that would make your search more effective?
Your feedback will directly shape our development roadmap.”
Find the Kumo News page and contact info here.
2. 8 ways to increase gross margin
3.💥Event: ETA Deal Team Day NYC - June 4, 2025
Search Fund Coalition presents ETA Deal Team Day: NYC - join your fellow entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and experts in a collaborative day designed for the active searcher in their acquisition journey. Expect to leave with deeper knowledge of dealmaking & SMB Operator experience. Build stronger and meaningful relationships with investors, service providers, and the greater New York ETA ecosystem.
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4. Detailed breakdown of how recent SBA rule changes may affect self-funded searchers
5. Podcast Interview: In ETA, keep your friends close and your lenders closer
This Search Party episode dives into the often-overlooked power of a solid lender-CEO relationship in pulling off successful ETA deals. Chandos Mahon (Castle Capital), Conor Tidgwell (Avidbank), and Anthony Walker (Next Coast Legacy) share real-world lessons from Mahon’s experience growing Castle Tire through ten add-on acquisitions, all backed by smart, strategic lending. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at how trust and transparency can fuel serious momentum in the lower-middle market.
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