Buy and Build Ep 54: Introducing Graeme Wallis and Traditional Vs Self Funded Search Funds
Nov 22, 2022
Graeme Wallis, an aspiring entrepreneur passionate about ETA and the UK ecosystem, shares his insights on pursuing a traditional search fund. He explains how he discovered search funds and why the traditional route resonated with him. The conversation dives into the differences between traditional and self-funded search funds, emphasizing the importance of community support and the role of investor relationships. They also explore motivations behind business acquisitions and the strategic nuances specific to the UK market.
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Introducing Graeme Wallis
- Paul introduces Graeme Wallis, a new co-host who's pursuing a traditional search fund.
- They discuss Graeme's background and the differences between traditional and self-funded search funds.
Graeme's Background
- Graeme Wallis, originally from Vancouver, Canada, moved to the UK two years ago to study at LBS.
- His background is in finance, including leverage finance and M&A.
Discovering Search Funds
- Graeme discovered the traditional search fund model at an LBS conference.
- The model's structured approach and supportive community appealed to him.