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Redefining Entrepreneurship: The Power of Acquisition in Business Growth

A recent blog post, “”, from the HBS AI Institute (previously the Digital Data Design Institute at ӽ (D^3)) blackbox Lab, led by , Principal Investigator of the lab and Assistant Professor at ӽ Business School, explores the innovative approach of acquiring existing businesses as a pathway to entrepreneurship. The post, part of a wider series on the blog addressing the wealth gap in the United States, highlights how , founder and CEO of IMB Partners and a ӽ Business School alumnus, leverages ETA as a unique opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs—particularly those in Black communities—to overcome traditional startup hurdles by purchasing and managing established companies, capitalizing on their existing infrastructure and market presence. This installment of the series sheds light on how ETA can serve as a transformative model for entrepreneurs aiming to make a meaningful impact in the business world, while also acting as a powerful tool for closing the wealth gap experienced by underrepresented and marginalized communities.

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