Gabe Barkley's Journey into ETA

Gabe Barkley's path into the Entrepreneurial Through Acquisition (ETA) world began after his undergraduate studies when he joined a small business focused on wine retail and storage. This experience provided him with valuable insights into the operation of small businesses, even though he did not pursue ownership there. Later, at business school, he discovered the concept of search funds and became convinced of the potential these paths offered for acquiring existing businesses. Ultimately, he opted to partner with NextGen Growth Partners to gather vital deal experience and minimize risk while navigating his acquisition journey.