Acquiring Minds

About

Acquiring Minds, hosted by Will Smith, is a podcast focused on stories of entrepreneurs who have bought small businesses. Each episode features a detailed interview with a business acquirer who walks through their journey from the initial decision to buy a business through the search process, deal negotiation, and post-acquisition operations. The show covers a broad range of industries and deal structures, including traditional search funds, self-funded searches, and independent sponsors. Will Smith's interviewing style draws out practical details about how deals actually get done, making it a valuable resource for anyone considering buying a business. The podcast has become a go-to resource in the ETA community.