The #1 M&A Event for Small Business Acquirers
- OCT 3-5 | Hyatt Regency Atlanta
Where Deals Get Done –The private event where 1,000+ of the world’s most serious business buyers, investors, and growth partners come to connect, collaborate, and close.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Connect With the Right People
Funders. Operators. Attorneys. Capital partners. Lenders. Integration experts. The relationships that fuel million-dollar deals start here.
Learn What Actually Works
Discover cutting-edge deal structures, AI tools for sourcing off-market businesses, and financing strategies nobody else is teaching.
Leave With Unstoppable Momentum
Attendees leave this event and close deals within 90 days. You'll leave knowing exactly what to do next — and who to do it with.
Connect With the Right People
Funders. Operators. Attorneys. Capital partners. Lenders. Integration experts. The relationships that fuel million-dollar deals start here.
Learn What Actually Works
Discover cutting-edge deal structures, AI tools for sourcing off-market businesses, and financing strategies nobody else is teaching.
Leave With Unstoppable Momentum
Attendees leave this event and close deals within 90 days. You'll leave knowing exactly what to do next — and who to do it with.
If you want to sell, lead, and scale, this event is for you!
3 DAYS DESIGNED TO MOVE DEALS FORWARD
At DWS LIVE 2025, each day is laser-focused on one core area every acquisition entrepreneur must master.
You’ll walk away with actionable strategies — and unstoppable momentum.
OCTOBER 3
Deal Sourcing & Strategy
- Where to find real off-market deals
- What to say to get sellers talking
- How to build a sourcing system that runs without you
- Evaluating deal-fit based on your personal goals
OCTOBER 4
Financing & Capital Stack
- Creative financing strategies (no money down)
- Working with capital partners & lenders
- Stacking debt, equity, and seller financing
- What's wrong with private equity — and how to overcome it
OCTOBER 5
Post-Acquisition Growth
- Building teams without being the operator
- Growth frameworks for small business buyers
- Using AI to streamline operations and marketing
- Scaling without burning out
BONUS
Execution Plan + VIP AI Workshop
- 90-Day roadmap to close your next deal
- Real examples from attendees who executed fast
- Exclusive AI strategies from Chris, Carl & Brandon Vaughn
- Leave with your next moves mapped out
Speakers:
Meet the minds behind the deals – these are real operators, not theorists.
Each speaker has bought, scaled, or funded multiple businesses — and they’re
here to help you do the same
Carl Allen
Co-founder of Dealmaker Wealth Society. Closed over 330 acquisitions.
The godfather of creative deal structures.
Chris Moore
AI wizard and business growth architect. Specializes in scaling companies with tech. Co-founder of DWS and expert in post-acquisition automation.
Ross Turner
Capital-raising expert and fund founder. Trusted advisor in M&A finance. Helps dealmakers raise funds and close deals with speed and precision.
Brandon Vaughn
Founder of HireBus and serial acquirer of service businesses.
Owns 20+ companies and teaches system-driven business growth.
Jess Turner
High-performance coach for women in leadership and business.
Expert in sleep, stress, and sustainable success.
Christopher Kai
Best-selling author and global speaker on elite-level networking.
Coach to Fortune 500 leaders and founder of the GPS platform.
Chris Moore
Health sector entrepreneur and M&A advisor.
Helps founders scale, exit, and regain freedom.
GUEST SPEAKER CALLOUT (Brandon Vaughn block):
Serial entrepreneur. Active roll-up investor. Owner of 20+ companies. Leading an exclusive VIP AI workshop with Chris Moore & Uncle Carl.
TESTIMONIAL / SOCIAL PROOF
- Hyatt Regency Atlanta (Downtown)
265 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
Start 8AM
- Hyatt Regency Atlanta (Downtown)
265 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
Start 8AM
Learn more about tickets
TICKET PREMIUM VIP
- Full access to 2 exclusive events
- Signed copy of Chris & Carl’s new book
- Exclusive gifts & swag
- Monthly mentoring calls with elite acquisition mentors
- Access to event recordings after the event
- Conquer MBA Certificate eligibility
- Fast Pass entry — skip the line
- Second-floor priority seating
- Valet parking
TICKET PREMIUM
- Full access to 2 exclusive events
- Signed copy of Chris & Carl’s new book
- Exclusive gifts & swag
- Monthly mentoring calls with elite acquisition mentors
- Access to event recordings after the event
- Conquer MBA Certificate eligibility
- Fast Pass entry — skip the line
- Second-floor priority seating
- Valet parking
TICKET REGULAR
-
Full access to 1 exclusive
events
- Signed copy of Chris & Carl’s new book
- Exclusive gifts & swag
- Monthly mentoring calls with elite acquisition mentors
- Access to event recordings after the event
- Conquer MBA Certificate eligibility
- Fast Pass entry — skip the line
- Second-floor priority seating
- Valet parking
Still unsure?
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This Is For You If You’re…
- Buying or planning to buy a small business in the next 12 months
- Raising capital, building a portfolio, or doing your first roll-up
- Seeking capital partners, funding sources, or key deal team members
- A Dealmaker Protege looking to meet the people you've been learning with
This Is NOT For You If You’re…
- Looking for get-rich-quick strategies
- Chasing your first passive income side hustle
- Hoping to flip car washes, laundromats, or vending machines
Deals don’t happen by accident. They happen in rooms like this.
Spots are limited. Book your travel. Lock in your seat.
And get ready to meet the partners, funders, and mentors that will change your life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this event for?
This event is for serious acquisition entrepreneurs, dealmakers, operators, investors, and business owners looking to buy and scale small to mid-sized companies. Whether you're just getting started or actively acquiring 7-figure businesses, you'll be in the right room.
I'm not in Dealmaker Protege. Can I still attend?
Yes — for the first time ever, this event is open to dealmakers outside our private mentorship program. That said, this is not a beginner bootcamp. This is an elite room of action-takers and funders.
What kind of people will I meet?
You'll connect with capital partners, lenders, attorneys, integration experts, marketing and ops teams, and buyers just like you — some closing their first deals, others rolling up 8-figure portfolios.
Will I get personal access to Carl, Chris, and Ross?
Yes. All three will be speaking, networking, and spending time in the room throughout the entire event. There will also be VIP opportunities for deeper access and private sessions.
What’s the dress code?
Business casual. Show up sharp, ready to network and do deals. This isn’t a t-shirt and flip-flops kind of event.
What’s included with my ticket?
General admission includes full access to all 3 days of content, breakout sessions, panels, and networking. VIP upgrades offer deeper access, AI workshops, and intimate sessions with our headline speakers.
What if I RSVP’d but haven’t booked travel yet?
Do it now. Your RSVP does not guarantee a seat unless you confirm your attendance. We strongly recommend you book your hotel and travel immediately — this event will sell out.
What if I don’t know anyone?
Perfect. That’s exactly why you need to be here. This is where strangers become deal partners, lenders, mentors, and lifelong friends. Just show up. The room will do the rest.
What happens after the event?
You execute. You’ll leave with real tools, real strategies, and real relationships. The 90 days after Deal Maker Live are where more deals close than any other time of year.