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Who We Are
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Adam Kaplan

Managing Partner

Adam is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, investing, entrepreneurship, and business operations. He has a proven track record of success across a wide range of industries and business stages. His diverse background and deep understanding of business challenges (from starting, growing, operating, and buying or selling a business) make him uniquely qualified to identify, assess, and support the highest quality self-funded searchers and investment opportunities. Adam earned an MBA with honors from Columbia Business School and holds a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Southern California.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

  1. M&A EXPERIENCE
    Adam spent several years as an investment banker at UBS, where he honed his skills in mergers and acquisitions, valuations, and deal execution. This experience enables him to understand the intricacies of selling a business and structure transactions that are beneficial for both parties.
  2. INVESTING EXPERIENCE
    At Techstars, Adam played an active role in over 50 venture capital investments in startups across multiple industries. He worked closely with these companies, providing hands-on operational support and guidance to help them achieve their growth objectives.
  3. ENTREPRENEURIAL AND OPERATIONAL EXPERIENCE
    Adam co-founded and operated Jars by Dani, a successful direct-to-consumer and wholesale dessert company. Under his leadership, the company's sales grew from less than $100,000 to over $3,000,000. This firsthand experience as an entrepreneur provides him with valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that small business owners face.
  4. INDUSTRY EXPERTISE
    Adam's background includes experience in direct-to-consumer sales and marketing, wholesale, manufacturing, and distribution. This diverse industry knowledge allows him to effectively assess a company's potential and identify areas for growth and improvement.

With his comprehensive work history and passion for small businesses, Adam is committed to finding the right company to acquire and lead as part of Racoma Strategies. He aims to build on the existing foundation of the chosen business, leveraging his expertise and network to drive long-term, sustainable growth.

Industry Partners

ETA Funding Partners is supported by a group of industry experts that have decades of experience in each of our target industries. They lend their expertise to assist in investment decisions and support portfolio companies.

Disclaimer: All information provided on this site is for informational purposes and does not constitute investment advice. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. Investors should seek advice from authorized advisors and be prepared for potential losses.


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