From a 20-minute conversation to closing day.
One process. Five honest stages.
No black box. Here is exactly how a candidate moves from a conference introduction to running an acquired company.
The five stages.
Typical timeline: 6–9 months.
- 01
Introduction
We meet at MBA Veterans, NBMBAA, or a partner conference. A 10-minute conversation about your background, intent, and fit.
- 02
Application & screening
Written application, two interviews, and reference calls. We are selective — not everyone is right for owner-operator life, and that's fine.
- 03
Training
Twelve weeks of practical curriculum on deal sourcing, diligence, SBA financing, and the operator's first 100 days.
- 04
Search & diligence
You source from our shortlist. We support. We help you build a thesis, screen targets, and run rigorous diligence on the right three or four.
- 05
Close & operate
Ruddify funds the down payment. You sign as CEO. You'll be the active partner after acquisition, but will have support from your peer cohort of other business owners who also acquired their company through our program.
The targets we help you acquire.
Durable. Cash-flowing. AI-resistant.
Start with the conversation.
Apply for an interview.