Sell Your Business

Meet prequalified buyers looking for a business like yours

Sell directly to individuals prepared to buy, own, and operate your business. Acquisition Lab handles the matching and charges sellers no broker fees, retainers, or commissions.

Schedule a call with our team to get started.

Book a confidential call

Seller identities and business details remain private until buyers sign NDAs.

1,200+

Individual Buyers

$1B+

Enterprise Value Acquired

480+

Deals Closed

Largest

Fund in the ETA Space

The next leader of your business is here

1200+ Lab members are searching for one company they can own and build on.

We match the best fit buyers with your business, and you’ll decide who you want to do a deal with.

Sell to a person, not a shark

Every buyer at the Lab intends to own and operate the company they buy themselves. This isn’t private equity. They’ll value your employees, your customers, and your partners.

The person you meet is the person who will take responsibility for the business after closing.

Serious about getting a deal

Lab members are serious about acquisitions.

Lab members invest thousands of dollars and months preparing for an acquisition before they start requesting seller introductions.

Prequalified to buy

Buyers at the Lab are prequalified for financing and are able to close a deal.

Our Fund — the largest in the ETA space — may also invest alongside Lab members when it makes sense to do so.

Names and details stay private

The listing we show to Lab members will keep most details hidden.

Buyers will see an anonymous teaser with preliminary information, but the business name, identifying details, and business financials stay private until the buyer signs an NDA.

No seller fees, retainers, or commissions

You’ll keep 100% of your sale.

There is no fee for listing your business and no fee for closing your sale. The buyer takes care of fees if they close on your business.

We save the average $1M business $100-$150K in broker fees

Us	Business Brokers
100% Free Introductions	10-15% Of Your Sale
No Exclusivity Contracts	12-18 Months Exclusivity
No Set Up Fee	Upfront Set Up Fees And/Or Monthly Retainers

— Walter, founder of a Northeast manufacturing company

Meet some of our active buyers

Our buyers come from a variety of operating, finance, corporate, and entrepreneurial backgrounds. Each has a different background, buyer criteria, and reason to own.

The one thing they have in common? They all plan to buy a business and run it themselves.

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Chris Hall

Chris Hall, is an operationally focused business leader with 25+ years of experience managing P&Ls, leading cross-functional teams, and driving operational improvements.

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Omar Alvarez

Omar Alvarez is an operator whose background spans industrial manufacturing and technology.

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Charlie Cummings

Charlie Cummings brings over 15 years of experience helping remotely-operated businesses grow with operational excellence, digital transformation, and process improvement initiatives.

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Brendan Doney

Brendan Doney, a Los Angeles-based operator-investor, brings extensive P&L and investment experience to his role as Managing Partner at Willowbrook Capital.

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Alix Baudin

Alix Baudin is a seasoned executive with two decades of success in leading and scaling media and technology companies.

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Jeff Prows

Jeff Prows is an experienced operator and searcher with a proven track record, making him an ideal candidate for an SBA-financed acquisition.

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Tracey Saenz

Tracey Saenz brings over 26 years of brand scaling expertise across CPG, biotech, SaaS, and manufacturing, including managing an $18M global budget and leading teams of up to 22.

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Ramon Rodriguez

Ramon Rodriguez is an experienced operator and growth-minded leader with more than 25 years of experience helping businesses grow across consumer products, agribusiness, and technology.

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Justin Fountain

Justin Fountain is a Rockwall, Texas-based operator and full-time ETA searcher with more than 20 years of experience in operations, technology, and process improvement.

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Richard Chang

Richard Chang brings a strong background as an operator, having spent four years as President/GM for two Smash My Trash territories, where he was responsible for the P&L, sales, and fleet.

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Tony Heller

Tony Heller is a seasoned operator with over 20 years of experience in sales, service, and P&L leadership, showcasing deep expertise in people management and integration.

How a sale moves through the Lab

You stay in control from conversation to closing. We’ll help organize and facilitate the process, find matched buyers, and push the deal forward.

Start the conversation

Tell us about the business, why you’re considering a sale, and what you’re looking for in a new owner.

There is no cost or obligation to have a conversation with us.

Build your profile (we’ll help)

If you want to move forward, we’ll turn the information from your initial call into an anonymous business profile.

You’ll review the wording and numbers before anything is shared with potential buyers.

Meet matched buyers

Interested buyers whose criteria match with your business can sign an NDA to see the full details.

When an interested buyer signs an NDA, we introduce you directly by email.

Compare offers

Interested buyers submit offers directly to you.

Compare the price, structure, financing, and other terms before deciding what deserves a closer look.

Close the deal

Once you choose a buyer, both sides handle diligence, financing, and closing directly.

The Lab helps keep the closing process on track.

Put your business in front of real buyers

Start a conversation with our team or fill out your business profile. We’ll look at the business and how it lines up with buyers already searching through the Lab.

Book a confidential call Start your business profile

FAQ

Who are the buyers?

Acquisition Lab members are individuals looking for businesses to own and operate. They’ve invested thousands of dollars and months preparing to buy, and most complete financing prequalification before requesting an introduction.

Will my buyer be a private equity firm?

No. Our members buy businesses for themselves, not on behalf of a private equity firm. Financing may come from several sources, including our Fund, but ownership starts with the individual buyer.

What does it cost to sell my business here?

Nothing. Sellers pay no retainer, listing fee, or commission. Buyers pay the applicable success fee when a deal closes.

Will anyone know my business is for sale?

Not from the initial listing. We start with an anonymous business profile that includes basic details and only share identifying information with a buyer after they sign an NDA.

Are you a broker?

No. Acquisition Lab is a neutral marketplace. We don’t represent either side, set the asking price, provide valuations, or negotiate the transaction.

Is my business big enough?

Most businesses on the marketplace generate roughly $250,000 to $2 million or more in annual profit, but buyer criteria vary. Tell us about the business and we’ll tell you whether your business qualifies to be listed.

What if I’m not ready to sell yet?

That’s fine. You can talk with us before making a decision to sell. Many owners get in touch 6–12 months before they move forward.

We’ll look at the business and give you an idea of current buyer demand within our community, but keep in mind that those numbers may change if you choose to wait.

Am I locked in if I list?

No. There is no exclusivity requirement. You can talk with other buyers, pause the process, or withdraw the business at any time.