What I bring to the setup, if you'll have me.
I share everything I know and all the templates I've gathered to help you grow. We'll discuss whatever you need to figure out asap. If the calls aren't helpful, I won't waste your time.
I'll discuss your business case from an investor's perspective, challenge your pitch, and provide as much perspective as I can. Once the case is an ace, I'll reach out to VCs to get you in the door. During the round, I'll be your sounding board, negotiation support, and sanity anchor.
You may not have one, yet. But as soon as you do, I'm happy to take a seat - if you'd like me to! - on your board to provide an operator's perspective as a balance to purely financial investors. I'll also coach you to turn your board into a real asset.
I've been there. Sometimes you need a sanity check, an emergency intervention, a third pair of hands, or just a patient ear to listen to a good rant. You can rely on me to be on your side in any emergency.