Join experienced entrepreneurs who have bought, integrated and exited businesses for 7- and 8-figure sumsĀ and are happy and willing to share their experience and expertise.
Throughout the year, the group comes together online and in person to share knowledge, offer support and push each other to think bigger.
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No one understands the pressure of navigating a deal. No one knows the difficulties associated with integrating a business, and all those staff issues. No one knows the pressure of preparing for an exit.
Who do you talk to? You cannot talk to people within your business about issues with the business for fear of unsettling them. You cannot talk to friends and family, who just donāt understand what youāre going through.
Inner Circle was created to bridge the gap between buying your first business and achieving your personal and financial goals by bringing together experienced dealmakers to discuss their challenges.
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Bring your challenges to Inner Circle each month and get support from experienced business acquisition entrepreneurs to overcome whatever is currently challenging you.
The group has āhot seatā sessions designed to rapidly solve issues in your businesses ā one of the most valuable aspects of the group, according to our current members.Ā
You gain as much from hearing how to overcome othersā challenges as your own ā and when you move fast in business, you may need support every month to keep up the momentum towards your goals.Ā
The majority of dealmakers in our Inner Circle group have graduated from our Mastermind programme, which was designed to help our members buy their first business. Many have now acquired multiple businesses and are working towards building a group or preparing for a lucrative exit.
However, many Inner Circle members joined us having bought a business on their own, but it didnāt work out as they expected. If this is you, being part of Inner Circle gives you access to a better way to buy businesses without using your own money and without risking your assets.
The greatest benefit of being part of the Inner Circle group is being āin the roomā with experienced dealmakers who are further ahead than you. We are talking acquisition entrepreneurs who have bought, integrated and exited businesses for 7- and 8-figure sums and are happy and willing to share their experience and expertise.
Most of all, being part of Inner Circle will make you think bigger, be more ambitious and take giant leaps towards your ultimate goal – rather than getting stuck in the slow lane.
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Too often, Iāve heard experienced business buyers complain that the M&A community, group, or mastermind they joined was far, far below the level they needed in their business.
Do not make the mistake of joining a community where inexperienced dealmakers and dabblers who know all the theory but dish out advice as though they have been there and done it.
The only advice worth listening to is from people who have successfully done what you are trying to do. This is why Inner Circle is exclusively for dealmakers who have acquired at least one business.
Bipin
Joining the Inner Circle has proven invaluable to the expansion of my group. It prevents you from making costly mistakes because you benefit from the collective experience of other dealmakers. The payback was almost instantāhighly recommended.
Paul
The age-old saying āYou are the average of the five people you spend the most time withā is absolutely true. Spending time with Jonathanās Inner Circle has played a significant role in my continued success. Their support and mindset are invaluable.
Jon
The collective support and shared goals within the Inner Circle keeps me accountable and constantly moving forward.
Itās that ongoing momentum that makes a real difference throughout the year.
Eduardo
One of the best things about the Inner Circle is the incredible combined knowledge in the room. Any question gets answered, and every blocker has a solution. Hearing different ways of doing things is priceless. Iām excited to keep learning and growing with the group.
Gavin
Inner Circle, to me, is a group of like-minded business owners focused on learning and growing through acquisition.
Iāve acquired more than 16 businessesāand thereās still more to learn. Being part of this special club is a no-brainer.
Norjana
Being part of the Inner Circle is the best decision Iāve made this year. Iāve found a group of motivated businesspeople who openly share both their struggles and successes. Everyone supports one another, offering real solutionsāand so much more.
Carsten
The Inner Circle gives me access to a unique network of people who share my mindset around acquisitions. Every meeting is inspiringāI leave with fresh ideas, answers to key questions, and a safe place to test new thinking. Highly beneficial.
Adam
Being part of the Inner Circle has given me a powerful network of people who share insights and support each other on the journey of buying and building businesses. Itās accelerated my success by creating a supportive, accountable environment that drives action.
Amy
The Inner Circle has given us the motivation and inspiration to accelerate our M&A growth.
Weāve raised our revenue targets āand now we have the confidence to hit them through successful acquisitions.
Nearly everybody who joins renews again each year. This is a testament to the value most dealmakers who are serious about their business gain from being part of the group.
I understand cash flow may be an issue and we would be happy to discuss your personal circumstances to see how we may support your membership.
If you would like to discuss payment plan options, apply to join Inner Circle and if you are successful a member of the onboarding team will speak with you about options.
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⦠You have already bought a business, and you want to buy more, and need the support of experienced dealmakers by your side to go further
⦠You have bought a business, and although it didnāt go to plan, you want to continue your journey but do it the right way
⦠You have bought a business or several businesses, and youāre running into challenges only experienced business owners can understand and advise on
⦠You have bought a business, but you have run out of motivation and feel directionless and unsure of which way to go next, and need some guidance
⦠You bought a business a while ago, but you felt like you were āwinging itā and now you want to gain the knowledge and expertise to get back on track
⦠You have bought a business, and you want to benefit from being in a supportive, motivating environment to keep you focused and on track towards your goals
Adam
The Inner Circle has given me so many valuable business insightsānot just around M&A. Weāve been running our company for over 10 years and recently began our acquisition journey. The group pushes us to go further than we ever thought possible.
Roger
If youāre serious about acquiring businesses, thereās no better group to be in than the Dealmakersā Inner Circle. You benefit not only from Jonathan and his guest speakers, but also from the shared knowledge of peers who are actively completing deals.
Rob
The Inner Circle is where you truly learn how to buy businessesāby doing deals and avoiding costly mistakes.
Everyone is open, supportive, and willing to help. Itās a powerful environment, and weāre growing because of it.
Stephen
The ideas shared in the room are fantastic. Iāve never experienced such a strong sense of community in a meeting. Iām leaving with more ideas and contacts than I can handleāand Iām already looking forward to the next one.
Tony
Inner Circle is an incredible group to be part ofāfull of wisdom, advice, fresh ideas, and real support. I learn something new at every session. The best investment you can make is in yourselfāand this is a great one.
Lee
The Inner Circle has completely changed how I see businessāand how it should be done. Itās already transforming my plans and my familyās future. I canāt wait to see whatās ahead with this outstanding group.
Gary
I attended Jonathan Jayās Inner Circle for the first time today and found it incredibly insightful. I came away with great ideas on how to structure deals.
Everyone was welcoming and generous in sharing their experiences.
Yazan
Joining the Mastermind programme with the Dealmakers Academy has been a game-changer for both my mindset and my business. The depth of knowledge, real-world insight, and structured M&A approach gave me a clear roadmap to confidently navigate deals.
Inner Circle Member
One of the many great things about the Inner Circle is being surrounded by people who are pushing boundaries and doing extraordinary things.
That energy drives you forwardāitās inspiring and empowering.
If you would like to be considered for the Inner Circle, please complete the form below with details of your experience in dealmaking and M&A, and what you feel you would bring to the Inner Circle group.
My team reviews every application and if you are successful, we will invite you to a call with a member of our onboarding team.
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