Thursday, September 10, 2026
Ellen C Kinney
What if you could become a CEO—not by starting a company, but by buying one?
Search Funds and Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) have become one of the most compelling paths to business ownership, attracting a growing number of MBA graduates who want to acquire, lead, and grow an established company.
The Wharton Club of Seattle and the HBS Club of Seattle are pleased to invite you to join Aaron Perrine (Wharton WG ’12), Scott Alderman (HBS ’95), and Roland Yang (HBS ’22) for an evening exploring the search fund model at the Trilogy Search Partners office on Mercer Island.
Hear directly from entrepreneurs in Trilogy’s portfolio as they share the realities of raising capital, searching for the right acquisition, navigating due diligence, and ultimately stepping into the CEO role. On deck to share their experiences are:
Whether you’re considering launching a search, investing in one, or simply curious why ETA has become one of the fastest-growing career paths among top MBA graduates, this is a rare opportunity to hear candid stories from those who’ve done it.
Date: Thursday, September 10
Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Cost: $20 Wharton Club Members / $30 Non-Members
Location: Trilogy Search Partners
2856 80th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA
Light Refreshments Served.
