Join The #1 Community For Acquisition Entrepreneurs & Business Owners

SMB community is a private group of ambitious small businesses owners and Acquirers, dedicated to growth & camaraderie.
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"For problem-solving, idea-sharing, and just general moral support, nothing beats being able to talk and confide with other business owners."

Dave Lewis

CEO, The Gas Connection

Ambitious, Hungry, Tenacious Entrepreneurs

The SMB Community is a peer group of ambitious small business owners who have built their businesses from scratch or stepped into ownership through acquisitions.
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Don't build your business in isolation, build with the support of other business owners helping you succeed.
Connections & support
Peer Group Cohorts
Online Community
Playbooks

What we do:

Our peer groups are meticulously curated cohorts of 5-7 other SMB Community members, regularly meeting up over expert-led Zoom calls to transparently share information, advice, and tactics with each other.

The local meetups are free events dedicated t getting small business owners together in their local cities. We currently host free events in over 30cities across North America.

On top of that, SMB Community has a private forum for all members to chat and connect outside of per group calls and local meetups.  

All are welcome to join a local SMB Community meetup.
Expert-Led Peer Groups
Fun Local Meetups
Exclusive Forum

Member Benefits

Peer Group

Join a cohort of 7 other business owners regularly engaging in expert-led Zoom calls to transparently share information, advice, and tactics with each other.

Local Meetups

We host free events dedicated to getting small business owners together in their local cities. Currently we host local SMB/ETA meetups in over 30 cities.

Private Forum

Our private forum is a space for all members to chat and connect outside of peer group calls and local meetups.
Expert-Led Peer Groups
Fun Local Meetups
Exclusive Forum

Want to join SMB Community?

1. Request access here

Drop us your email to schedule an intro. This is your first step towards connecting with a network of driven and supportive peers.

2. Talk to an expert

We'll reach out to you for a one-on-one discussion. This isn’t an interview; it’s a deep dive into what drives your business and how the SMB Community can help propel you forward.

3. Embark on your journey!

After your chat, if we feel like it’s a match, you’ll be welcomed aboard! Ready to engage in meaningful conversations, gain invaluable insights, and start making a significant impact in your industry alongside fellow entrepreneurs.
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You can access free trial if you're undecided if membership is right for you. Ask about it on your call to learn more.
"Rand's group has done wonders for my business."
Jack Carr.
CEO, Rapid Response Heating & Cooling
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$9,000,000
Average annual revenue per member
20
Industries covered
30+
Events across North America

Industry leaders are joining SMB Community to accelerate their success

“Having a peer group to connect with has helped me identify the hard decisions I need to make as a business owner and execute quicker. Rand's selective process also ensures high quality members to make sure discussions are valuable and meaningful. ”
Andrew Heer
CEO, Summit Mountain Cleaning
“Being in Rand's business group has been a phenomenal experience! I am able to bounce off ideas with other owners about problems I am facing and be part of a community where we have shared values and experiences. ”
Fady Ebeid
CEO, Pinnacle Building Services
“For problem-solving, idea-sharing, and just general moral support, nothing beats being able to talk and confide with other business owners.”
Dave Lewis
CEO, The Gas Station
“I am utterly amazed by the immense value this community of acquisition entrepreneurs has added to my business. The wealth of knowledge and strategies shared by the group has already paid for my membership ten-fold. ”
Martin Skarra
CEO, Nordic Rock Capital
“Having a group to work with who are all at similar points in the growth of their business; sharing wins, losses, challenges, and more, has been invaluable to me both personally and professionally. ”
Matt Saskin
CEO, East Coast Towing
“I guard this time on my calendar. Meeting with fellow owners who can empathize but also push me to action has been an incredible opportunity. ”
John Mahony
CEO, Bailey Heating & Air
“Owning and running multiple businesses is insanely tough mentally. This time is sacred and allows me to reflect, commiserate, brainstorm and connect with folks in the same space. It is important to find your tribe in business ownership and Rand has helped facilitate that in a very meaningful way. ”
Jake Wakely
CEO, Budget Movers & Vail Home Care
“ Having a group to work with who are all at similar points in the growth of their business; sharing wins, losses, challenges, and more, has been invaluable to me both personally and professionally. ”
Mike Czekaj
CEO, Walton Services Group
“Working in Rand's group has done wonders for my business. It has connected me to a great group of individuals, and provided a support system. Highly recommended. ”
Jack Carr
CEO, Rapid Response Heating & Cooling

Join the most powerful community for SMB owners

The benefits of strong community cannot be adequately quantified, but we'll do our best to list some of the amazing value that our members have experienced.
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Perks & benefits
  • Dedicated Business Profile
  • Exclusive Networking Events
  • Tailored Business Workshops
  • One-on-One Mentoring Sessions
  • Peer Group Discussions
  • Library of Resources
  • Market Expansion Advice
  • Direct Messaging With Peers
  • Continuous Learnig
  • Community Driven Ambition

You're more likely to succeed  when you're not solo.

Join, and find your business Allies

We do better when part of a group of like-minded individuals. It's human nature. We do better work, together.
23%
Building solo
94%
Joining a cohort

20+

Industries covered

30+

Events across North America

Join SMB Community and see the impact on your P&L

This is our promise to you.

The value of joining a peer group is immeasurable, but we promise that there will be at least a few discussions and revelations that lead to cost savings and revenue generation in your business.

You are unaware of these opportunities currently, but with the help of other business owners transparently sharing their tactics and strategies, you will uncover new ways to add value to your business.

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"The wealth of knowledge and strategies shared by the group has already paid for my membership ten-fold."

Martin Skarra

CEO, Nordic Rock Capital

FAQ

Common Questions

Who is in SMB Community?
The average SMB Community member is doing $9M in sales with a range between $1M and $30M in sales. We currently have members in over 20 industries.
How are the cohorts organized?
We organize cohorts around a similar industry type, revenue size, and business model to ensure our members join a cohort of others running similar companies at similar scale. We have cohorts as specific as "Residential skilled trades services" and as broad as "holdco entrepreneurs doing over $10M in sales with at least 2 companies".
How much does it cost?
We have different types of cohorts and charge different prices depending on the cohort you best fit into. Currently the range is between $1,000 - $4,000 per year.
How do the local meetups work?
We host local meetups in over 30 cities around North America. Sometimes these are just happy hours with other business owners, sometimes these are sponsored events with an agenda and speakers. If you'd like to attend a meetup, drop us your email here.
How can I join the SMB Community?
Drop us your email, and we'll schedule a call to meet and chat about whether membership is right for you and your business.
"It's been an incredible opportunity."
John Mahony
"This has been invaluable to me
both personally and professionally."
Matt Saskin
"A phenomenal experience."
Fady Ebeid

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