How to Buy a Profitable Small Business | NOV 2026
How to Buy a Profitable Small Business
Thinking about buying a business but not sure where to start? Already searching for the right opportunity?
Join us for a free lunch and learn with M&A and SBA lending professionals. We will walk through how to find, evaluate, finance, and acquire an established business.
Connect with other buyers and entrepreneurs over lunch, bring your questions, and leave with a clearer understanding of your next step. Whether you are exploring your first purchase or looking for your next acquisition, you are welcome here.
When & Where
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM MT
Celtic Bank, 268 South State Street, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Free event. Lunch included. Space is limited, and a waitlist will be available once seats are filled.
What You Will Learn
- Find the right opportunity. Where to search for businesses and how to identify one that fits your goals.
- Understand the numbers. Evaluate profitability, cash flow, asking prices, and potential red flags.
- Finance your purchase. Explore SBA loans, seller financing, and when qualified buyers may purchase with as little as 10% down.
- Navigate the deal. Understand due diligence, negotiations, closing, and the transition to ownership.
Who Should Attend
- First-time buyers exploring business ownership
- Experienced buyers looking for their next acquisition
- Searchers and entrepreneurs considering SBA financing
- Professionals who want to understand how small business acquisitions work
Why Join
- Learn from M&A and SBA lending professionals
- See how qualified buyers can purchase with as little as 10% down
- Get your questions answered over a free lunch
- Connect with other buyers and entrepreneurs in Utah
Presented by Celtic Bank, Bridge Financial, and the Utah Korean Chamber of Commerce.