
Richard S.
Former LinkedIn | BD & Partnerships | Startups to Public Cos | Now VC
Studied at University of Southern California
Works at Mosaic General Partnership
Available tomorrow at 10:00 PM UTC
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Richard's Coaching Offerings
Custom hourly · $99/hr
Get help with Business Development Strategy, Partnership Development, and .
Richard’s Business Development & Partnerships Qualifications
Experience level: Executive
With over a decade of experience in business development and strategic partnerships, I have honed my skills at top companies like LinkedIn and URX, where I played pivotal roles in driving growth and innovation. As a former Director of Business Development at LinkedIn, I led teams to forge impactful partnerships and expand market reach. My journey also includes founding Mosaic General Partnership, where I continue to leverage my expertise to help businesses thrive investing in early stage companies. Whether you're looking to enhance your business development strategies or navigate complex partnerships, I'm here to guide you. Let's connect and take your business to the next level!
Richard can help with:
Business Development Strategy
Partnership Development
Networking Strategy
Negotiation Skills
Work Experience
Founding Partner
Mosaic General Partnership
March 2021 - Present
Podcast Host
Nine Zero Plus
January 2021 - Present
A series of stories and commentary on soccer players and the game.

Director, Business Development
April 2020 - September 2021

Senior Manager, Business Development
January 2018 - March 2020
Promoted to Director, Business Development.

Business Development Manager
September 2016 - December 2017
Promoted to Senior Business Development Manager.

Director, Business Operations
URX
January 2016 - May 2016
A mobile ad network that connected apps together using a knowledge graph. URX was acquired by Pinterest after raising $15M from Accel, Google Ventures, First Round Capital, SV Angel and Y Combinator (S 2013).

Business Development and Strategic Partnerships
URX
April 2014 - December 2015
Promoted to Director, Business Operations.
Platform
First Round Capital
January 2012 - April 2014
Analyst
First Round Capital
January 2011 - December 2011
Started as an Analyst and transitioned to Platform team.
Education

University of Southern California
B.S., Business Administration and Finance
2003 - 2007
Activities and societies: Club Soccer, Sigma Alpha Epsilon