Texas
Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition
Conference

The 3rd Annual Texas Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Conference will be held on October 17, 2025 in McNair Hall at Rice University.

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Knowledge, Networking and Deals
at the Center of ETA in Texas

Hosted by Rice Business, the Texas ETA Conference is the premier event for aspiring and experienced entrepreneurs focused on buying and operating small and mid-sized businesses. This one-day, high-impact conference brings together searchers, investors, operators, lenders and advisers for tactical panels and curated networking — designed to move deals forward.

This year's focus: Connect attendees with capital sources and operational experts to help them take the next step in their journey.

What to Expect

The conference is structured around thought-provoking panels that cover the four major phases of a search fund:

Expert-Led Panels
Hear directly from experienced operators, investors and advisers offering real-world insight into search, acquisition and post-close execution. Panels are designed to be tactical and immediately applicable.
Structured Networking
From match zones and color-coded badges to networking lunches and an exclusive evening mixer, every interaction is intentional. Build relationships with capital partners, deal professionals and fellow searchers.
Industry-Leading Speakers
Meet seasoned professionals and subject matter experts deeply embedded in the ETA space.