USE CODE "EARLYBIRD" TO SAVE $500 AT CHECKOUT
USE CODE "EARLYBIRD"
TO SAVE $500 AT CHECKOUT
2025
Summit
Limited Seats Available!
September 24 - 26th, 2025Saint Louis, Missouri
Presented by:
The Original. The Blueprint. The Community.
You asked - We Listened! This is the inaugural gathering for Buy Then Build acquisition entrepreneurs.
Before there was SMB Twitter, there was a book. Buy Then Build didn't just spark a movement—it redefined how entrepreneurs think about ownership. Now, for the first time ever, we’re bringing the community together to connect, learn, and accelerate the companies we own.
Why Attend?
Because buying a business is just the beginning.
We built the Acquisition Lab to support serious entrepreneurs through their search. Now, we’re building something for what comes next: leading companies, growing value, and building legacies. Whether you're deep into year one or eyeing your next acquisition, this event is built for you.
This is not another “ETA” conference. This is for anyone interested in the future of entrepreneurship through acquisition.
EDUCATION
We believe buying a business isn’t just a financial move—it’s a force for real change. While others chase quick money, we’re here to build companies that create jobs, strengthen communities, and stand the test of time.
CONNECTION
This community was built deal by deal, conversation by conversation. Whether you’re flying solo or running a team, this event connects you with people who get it—no posturing, just real relationships that move you forward.
AUTHENTICITY
We don’t speak in highlight reels—we talk real-life. Owning a business is hard, messy, and wildly rewarding. You’ll hear the full spectrum here, from mistakes to momentum, shared by people who aren't afraid to say what actually happened.
Hear Walker Live From Stage!
- Lessons from the Front Lines
Keynotes and panels with real operators—from gritty day-one stories to smart scale plays.
- Unfiltered Conversations
Sessions built around what really happens before AND after the deal closes—diligence, contracts, hiring, supply chain fires, and all.
- Growth-Focused Tracks
Tactical breakout sessions tailored to wherever you are—whether it’s replacing yourself, growing through acquisition, or leading a legacy team.
- Meaningful Connections
Meet Lab members, speakers, and sponsors who actually understand your journey. No fluff, no pretenders.
WHY DO WE DO THIS?!?
To build a world where everyone can create lasting wealth on their own terms.
Whether through entrepreneurship or investment, we're breaking down barriers to wealth creation by offering alternative paths and empowering our community with the education and opportunities they need to build a legacy.
Here's the thing about lasting wealth—it's not the endgame; it's the launchpad. Wealth is a tool for self-actualization. We are part of a generational shift that prioritizes time over money, relationships over career advancement, and living life on our own terms over following the status quo.
The old playbook told us to work ourselves to the bone, take a backseat in our kids’ lives, and hope for the best. We're writing a new one. When you have lasting wealth, you get to choose where you spend your energy. You can finally step off the hamster wheel and start living life on your own terms—that's what real freedom looks like.
Meet the Speakers
Walker Deibel
Best Selling Author of Buy Then Build, Creator of Acquisition Lab,
8-time Acquisition Entrepreneur
Chelsea Wood
Co-Founder & Managing Director, Acquisition Lab
Tim Ericson
Acquisition Entrepreneur & Investor
Co-Founder & COO, Shareholder Ventures
Jordan Fliegel
Investor
Co-Founder & CEO, Shareholder Ventures
Andrew Hippert
Investor
Principal, Shareholder Ventures
Jeff Socha
Tax Strategist
Founder & CEO, Socha Capital Wealth Strategies
Joseph Spina
Lawyer
Partner, Cullen Dykman
Dave Gilbert
Acquisition Entrepreneur
CEO, Proven
Matt Remuzzi
Bookkeeping & Accounting
Founder, CapForge
Jason Pratts
Acquisition Entrepreneur
CEO, Kumo
Gregory Kovsky
Business Broker
President, IBA
Clint Fiore
Business Broker
CEO, Dealonomy
Joe McAleer
SBA Loan Broker
CEO, Your Acquisition Advisor
Sohum Doshi
Growth Investor
Principal, Argentum
Drew Brantley
Investor
Managing Director, Frisch Capital Partners
Will Smith
Investor
Podcast Host, Acquiring Minds & Partner, Minds Capital
Chris Hoffmann
Business Owner
CEO, Hoffmann Brothers
Lane Carrick
Business Broker
Founder & Managing Director, Optima Mergers & Acquisitions
Travis Swanson
Strategic AdvisorVP of Growth, QuestCo
Heather Endresen
SBA Loan BrokerOwner, Viso Business Capital
Branden Carroll
Acquisition Entrepreneur & AdvisorOwner, eCom Exchange
Kinza "Kay" Azmat
Acquisition Entrepreneur & AdvisorFounder, The Chief Rebel
Holly Pyatt
Strategic AdvisorOwner, Pyatt Consulting
Jackie Hirsch
Business Broker
Founder, Crowne Atlantic Business Brokers
Grant Hensel
Acquisition Entrepreneur
General Partner, Entrepreneurial Capital
Buy Your Ticket Today!
$
2,495
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- ✅ Full access to all main stage and breakout sessions
- ✅ Daily breakfast & lunch
- ✅ Attendee swag + curated resource bundle
- ✅ Access to 1:1 sponsor and advisor meetings
- ✅ Access to potential investor meetings
- ✅ Private Slack channel for pre- and post-event connection
vip experience
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(Limited to 35 seats)
- 🥂 VIP Meet-up & Dinner with Chelsea & Walker on Tuesday Night
- 🎤 Reserved front-row seating at all main stage sessions
- 🤝 Small-group mastermind lunch with select speakers or facilitators
- 📸 Professional headshot session on site
- 📓 Custom Swag Bag
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About the Venue
We’re hosting Buy Then Build 2025 at Live! by Loews, a sleek, modern hotel located in the heart of Ballpark Village—just steps from Busch Stadium and some of the best food, nightlife, and views St. Louis has to offer.
This luxury venue blends comfort with convenience, offering stylish rooms, exceptional dining, and an unbeatable rooftop experience overlooking the skyline. Whether you’re kicking off your morning with coffee on the terrace or unwinding after a packed day of sessions, Live! by Loews delivers the perfect balance of energy and elegance.
Stay on-site and immerse yourself in the full conference experience, with easy access to everything from our main stage to the after-hours conversations that matter most.
A block of rooms is available for a discounted rate of $185/night. Click the link below!
About Saint Louis
St. Louis is more than just our host city—it’s the perfect backdrop for a conference that blends business with meaning. Known for its iconic Gateway Arch, St. Louis is a vibrant, accessible city filled with character, culture, and charm.
Whether you're coming solo or bringing the whole family, there’s something here for everyone. Explore world-class museums (many of them free), stroll through the expansive Forest Park, or let the kids climb, crawl, and slide their way through the unforgettable City Museum. From toasted ravioli to frozen custard, the local food scene hits every note.
Affordable, walkable, and packed with experiences, St. Louis is a hidden gem we’re proud to call home for our inaugural event.
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