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Acquisition Intelligence for SMB Operators

Practical strategies, frameworks, and checklists for deal screening, operational diligence, and post-close systems modernization.

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Standardizing the Operating Cadence: From Founder Chaos to Systems Control

Founder-led businesses run on tribal knowledge and ad hoc decisions. As an institutional operator, you must build structured meetings, KPIs, and reporting loops.

Ryan Gorman June 24, 2026 5 min read
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Decision-Ready Analysis

Read this guide to optimize your acquisition timeline and reduce integration risks.

Deal Diligence6 min read

Screening SMB Targets: Red Flags Beyond the CIM

CIMs are marketing documents designed to highlight strengths and hide weaknesses. Here is how we screen targets to identify real operational risks before signing an LOI.

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Ryan Gorman

June 15, 2026

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