
Richard S.
Break Into VC | From Startups to Boardrooms | Career Clarity & Growth
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
Career Development Start-to-Finish
Expert help on everything from getting the interview to landing the offer.
$1,68320h of coaching
Discover a Career Path
Find clarity in your career direction and make actionable goals.
Starting at $470.255h+ of coaching
Advance your Career
Advance your career with expert guidance and a plan to achieve your goals.
Starting at $470.255h+ of coaching
Custom hourly · $99/hr
Get help with Career Planning, Professional Networking, and .
Richard’s Career Coaching Qualifications
Experience level: Director
As part of the founding team at Mosaic, an early-stage venture capital firm that raised $200M, I’ve spent over a decade leading fundraising, business development and strategic partnerships initiatives - and working alongside some of the biggest names in sports to bridge on-field and on-court excellence with access to cap tables and boardrooms. This journey has given me a front-row seat to how top performers think, evolve, and lead. I’ve built teams, navigated complex business landscapes, and helped transform potential into performance - in startups, corporations, and people alike. As a coach, I draw from these experiences to focus on you - the person behind the title. My approach centers on navigating inflection points with clarity and confidence - whether you’re breaking into a new industry, climbing the corporate ladder, or launching something of your own. If you're thinking about a career or advancing in the world of business development or venture capital, I have first hand experience. I’m not a media mogul, but I’ve explored the world of podcasts and video storytelling, and I believe everyone has a story worth refining and amplifying. Let’s connect and chart your next chapter - one defined by purpose, growth, and measurable results.
Richard can help with:
Career Planning
Professional Networking
Networking Strategy
Salary Negotiation
Job Search Strategies
General Exploration
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