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Zero to Acquisition in 5 Years What actually drives a startup to acquisition - and what doesn't? Most startup advice is based on anecdotes, opinions, or survivorship bias. Zero to Acquisition takes a different approach. Built on an original dataset of over 388,000 U.S. startups (2010-2020), this book analyzes what separates companies that get acquired from those that shut down. By comparing nearly 17,700 acquired startups to 24,700 failed ones, this book identifies the patterns, signals, and decisions that consistently show up in successful exits. Inside, you'll discover: The key signals that attract acquirers Measurable traits linked to successful exits Data-backed patterns across industries, funding stages, and founder profiles How to benchmark your startup against real acquisition outcomes What founders can ignore, skip, or stop wasting time on This is not a step-by-step playbook. It's a data-driven lens to help you focus on what actually matters. Who this book is for: Founders aiming to build toward acquisition Advisors guiding early-stage startups Investors looking for early signals of success Early employees who want to work on what drives value About the Author Andrew Opala is a founder, investor, and advisor with multiple startup exits in the $10M-$100M range. He is the Founder and Managing Partner of Preference Capital, former Chair of Altitude Accelerator, and an active member of the Brampton Angels and Mississauga Investor Network. With experience spanning engineering, product, marketing, fundraising, and partnerships, he brings a practical, cross-functional perspective to what drives startup outcomes. If you're building, advising, or investing in startups - and want to base decisions on evidence instead of opinion - this book provides a clear, structured way to think about the path to acquisition.

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