Pipeline Prep/Take Off - EtA Launch Hub - The Commission

Take Off - EtA Launch Hub - The Commission

  • Course

Pipeline Prep's flagship program Nuts & Bolts is now TakeOff EtA Launch Hub. Gain the traction needed to search for and buy your small to medium sized business. You complete the seminar in 90 days with three key components for success:
• Pitch: a narrative reviewed by mentors and investors
• Plan: an action plan with next steps
• Peers: A diverse cohort of searchers

The program offers:

  • 6 interactive live cohort sessions

  • Personalized mentoring

  • Guidebook (now in audio for on-the-go learning)

  • Vault: Our AI-powered video channel with over 500 indexed and fully searchable videos

  • Plus, additional resources.

See our video below or go to our FAQ & Syllabus: https://bit.ly/Launch2024

What students say

Examples from our past students

  • “I got more out of the very first session than the 10K I spent on another program.”

  • “I still find myself referring to your notes from Nuts and Bolts, and I am grateful for that experience.”

  • “Ya'll this program rocks. I was paid nothing to say this! I was not asked to post. The program is great. The community is great and Karen as your fearless leader is a shinning star. It's the type of group you join then want to give back to because you gain so much value from the experience.” https://www.searchfunder.com/post/eta-launch-hub-accepting-applicants

  • “Thank you, Karen! It has been a real pleasure and privilege to participate in this program. I had my mind blown at least once every session. From the amazing guest speakers you brought in to my impressive classmates, my understanding of what’s possible and what’s required has fundamentally changed. This was like a mini MBA/accelerator. Fingers crossed for our cohort to have a couple of acquisitions this year!”

The Why, What & How

In this video, Karen describes why she created the EtA Launch Hub, what it is and how it works.

Program Outline

Meet & Greet and Orientation (Optional) - 1/27

Our student meet and greet event is designed to foster connections among our students before classes commence. During this event, we will cover the following essential aspects:

1. Student Introductions: Engage in interactive activities and ice-breakers to help you get to know your fellow students, building a strong sense of community right from the start.

2. Student Portal Walkthrough: Provide an overview of the student portal, ensuring you are familiar with its feature to support your journey.

3. Vault Digital Video Channel Exploration: Introduce you to the Vault digital video channel, showcasing its vast collection of informative content and useful features.

4. Dedicated Slack Channel Introduction: Familiarize you with our dedicated Slack channel for seamless communication and collaboration

Orientation
Preview
EtA Guidebook Welcome & Introduction
Preview
2024 Cohort Syllabus & FAQ
Preview
Student Toolkit - your Hub essentials from A to Z
Zoom Link + Orientation Presentation

Session 1: Preparing

In this session, we will cover:

·  Who You/We Are

·  Preparing to Market Yourself

·  Search Method

Please check the FAQ & Syllabus for the date of this session: https://bit.ly/Launch2024.

Session 1
Session 1 pre-work
1_Review of the Search Fund Models.docx
2_Experience Research Checklist.docx
3_Who Am I?.docx
4_My Intro.docx
5_Session Tracker.docx
Exclusive EtA Launch Hub Content
Session 1 - guest speaker Andy Canales
Session 1 - student portion
Coffee & Coaching Chat
Preview

Session 2: Structuring

In this session, we will cover:
·  Fund Organizational Structure

·  Sourcing//Search Method

Please check the FAQ & Syllabus for the date: https://bit.ly/Launch2024.

A Note on Session 2
Quick Quiz on Session 1 & 2 - Block & Tackle
Student Questionnaire #2 - note deadline
Session 2 prework
EtA Guidebook - Session 2 prework
Video Research Library: Step 2 - Getting Funded to Buy
6_Contours of My CEO Role.docx
7_Why Am I Doing This.docx
8_Entrepreneurial Inventory.docx
9_Live Session Tracker - Session 2.docx
Research Survey #1
Coffee & Coaching Chat

Session 3: Financing

In this session, we will cover:

·  Your Personal Financial Plan

·  Financing the Search & Deal

Please check the FAQ & Syllabus for the date: https://bit.ly/Launch2024.  At this time of the year, be sure to check for time differences. 

Session 3 prework
Mentor Matching Form
What Does A CEO Do?
SESSION 2 - playback
10_Rough Budget Calculator.xlsx
11_Discretionary Spend & Big Ticket Items.docx
12_Entrepreneurial Statement.docx
0_Session Tracker.docx
Student Consulation
Investor, Mentor & Advisor Pie - Click extensions to see the pie.
Preview

Session 4: Dealmaking

In this session, we will cover:

·  Industry Thesis/Analysis

·  Negotiating the Deal

·  Pitch Practice


Please check the FAQ & Syllabus for the date: https://bit.ly/Launch2024.  At this time of the year, be sure to check for time differences. 

Session 4 prework
Playback Session 4 Guests: Chris Williams + Ron Wexler
13_Financial Worksheets
Live Session Tracker_Next_Steps_Session 4.docx

Session 5: Operating

In this session, we will cover:

·  Day 1

·  Operational Changes

·  Pitch Preview


Please check the FAQ & Syllabus for the date: https://bit.ly/Launch2024

Session 5 Prework
Listening & Attentiveness
Pitch Day Questionnaire
What's in a Name?
Guest Prepare: Background for Courtney/Jonathan Dunn
Guest Prepare - Ayo Philips -
0_Session Tracker.docx
Playback Session 5

Session 6: Pitch Day

In this session, we will cover:

·  Final Review

·  Pitch Day!


Please check the FAQ & Syllabus for the date: https://bit.ly/Launch2024

Session 6 - Being an Entrepreneur
Session 6 prework
14_90 Day Action Plan.docx
0_Session Tracker.docx
Quiz on Session 6