Acquisition Foundations: Building Business Buyer Confidence
Most people think about starting a business from scratch. But here's something interesting—buying an existing business often gives you a running start. Cash flow from day one. Established customer relationships. Systems already in place.
We've structured this program for people who want to understand business acquisition without the usual jargon and complexity. Real scenarios. Practical frameworks. And honestly? Some hard truths about what works and what doesn't when you're looking to buy.
Learning That Fits Real Life
Look, everyone's situation is different. Some folks are full-time employed and exploring options. Others have capital ready but need direction. A few are already in conversations with sellers but feel uncertain about next steps.
That's why we built flexibility into everything. Modules you can work through at your own pace. Resources that stay relevant whether you're evaluating your first opportunity or your fifth. And support when you hit those moments of "wait, should I actually be doing this?"
We focus on decision-making frameworks more than prescriptive formulas. Because buying a business isn't about following a recipe—it's about understanding the ingredients and adapting to what's in front of you.
What You'll Actually Learn
We've organized content into three progressive phases. Each builds on the previous one, but you can move at whatever speed makes sense for your schedule and goals.
Foundation Phase
Understanding acquisition fundamentals and the Denmark market context.
- Business valuation basics that actually make sense
- Financial statement analysis for non-accountants
- Deal structure options and their implications
- Due diligence frameworks you can use immediately
- Legal considerations in Danish business transactions
Application Phase
Taking concepts into real evaluation and negotiation scenarios.
- Identifying genuine acquisition opportunities
- Conducting meaningful seller conversations
- Financial modeling for different deal scenarios
- Negotiation tactics that preserve relationships
- Working with advisors and legal counsel
Integration Phase
Preparing for ownership transition and early-stage management.
- Transition planning with departing owners
- Customer and vendor relationship continuity
- Employee communication during ownership change
- Early operational adjustments and timing
- Building your support network as a new owner
How We Approach Teaching
Case-Based Learning
Every module includes real acquisition scenarios from the Denmark market. We walk through actual decisions, complications, and outcomes. You'll see what worked, what didn't, and why.
Interactive Analysis
You'll work with financial models, evaluation templates, and due diligence checklists we actually use. Not theoretical exercises—practical tools you can adapt to your own opportunities.
Expert Perspectives
Guest sessions with business brokers, attorneys, and recent buyers who share their experiences. Sometimes messy, always honest. These conversations often answer questions you didn't know you had.
Ongoing Resources
Access doesn't end when you complete the program. Markets change. Your situation evolves. We keep materials updated and maintain a community where participants help each other navigate new challenges.
Your Learning Journey
Starting in February 2026, cohorts run for twelve weeks. Here's what that actually looks like in practice.
Weeks 1-3: Getting Your Bearings
We start with valuation fundamentals and financial analysis. No assumption you're coming in with finance background. You'll learn to read financial statements, understand common adjustments, and identify red flags that matter.
By week three, you'll have worked through several business profiles, calculating adjusted EBITDA and comparing valuation approaches.
Weeks 4-6: Deal Mechanics
Here we get into structure and negotiation. Asset vs. share purchase. Earnouts and seller financing. How to position offers that protect your interests while keeping sellers engaged.
You'll practice negotiation scenarios and learn when to push, when to walk away, and how to recognize when you've found something worth pursuing seriously.
Weeks 7-9: Due Diligence Deep Dive
This is where deals often fall apart—or where smart buyers save themselves from costly mistakes. We cover comprehensive due diligence: customer concentration, supplier relationships, employee dynamics, legal compliance, hidden liabilities.
You'll work through due diligence checklists and learn to prioritize what actually matters versus what's just noise.
Weeks 10-12: Transition and Integration
The final phase addresses what happens after you close. Ownership transition planning, communication strategies, and those critical first hundred days.
We'll also cover building your advisory team and creating feedback loops so you can adapt as new information emerges about the business you've acquired.
Ready to Explore Acquisition Opportunities?
Our next cohort begins in March 2026. Applications open in January. We keep groups intentionally small to maintain quality discussion and personalized feedback throughout the program.
Whether you're actively looking at opportunities or still exploring whether acquisition makes sense for you, we're here to answer questions about the program structure, time commitment, and fit with your goals.