Startup Coaches, Events, and Resources

As a Founder you can outsource almost anything you struggle with - except your mindset. My approach to coaching stems from the belief that the relationship we have with ourselves reverberates across every other part of our lives. To succeed in your startup, therefore, requires conscientious cultivation of healthy, enabling self-partnership. My practice combines Alderian and Applied Positive Psychology with a focus on human flourishing. Some of the primary pain points I address are: negative self talk, limiting beliefs, burn out, lack of self trust, purposelessness, unhealthy communication patterns, uncertainty about next steps, stress management, decision making under duress, and failure to take consistent action to achieve goals. Prior to coaching, I spent 8+ years as a 3x founder in B2B climate fintech, consulting, and fiscal literacy, 14+ years as a workshop facilitator & educator, and 5 years as an international speaker. Since starting Mountain Tops Consulting, I have coached 18 professionals and facilitated 200+ hours of executive masterminds, 60 development workshops, and 5 retreats. I currently lead programming at the Entrepreneur House of San Diego, the mission of which is to maximize founders’ personal and professional growth.

I have been a founder, executive, leader, and product marketer at technology and software companies for two decades around the world including Salesforce, Kleverbeast, GameGround, Adobe (Efficient Frontier), Jive, and Gravity Networks. This has meant being involved in early to mid stage venture backed technology startups, through to high growth and pre-IPO companies, and up to the world leading innovative public companies in the Fortune 100. During this time, I have tasted the relative highs of 2 successful exits and numerous launches, along with the failures of companies fire-selling and winding down.

You have come to the right place! With over 23 years of experience as an entrepreneur, business owner, and college professor, I specialize in guiding startup founders through the intricate journey of buying, scaling, and successfully exiting their businesses. As the Co-Founder of Buy-Scale-Sell and Founder of Crown Consulting, I've empowered countless business owners to think boldly and achieve their dreams through tailored coaching and workshops. My track record includes leading successful exits for companies like Griffco Graphic Solutions and Queen of Wraps, where I implemented innovative marketing strategies and strategic partnerships to drive growth. If you're ready to unlock your business's potential and create a legacy, let's connect and make it happen!

The equation is simple: value = pain + education. Your clients or prospects have the pain: I help you educate them. I've helped entrepreneurs raise, sell, and close millions of dollars from the powerful stories we tell in the form of sales and pitch decks. I've honed this skill as I've been trained in a pitch deck design firm, to running a startup incubator, to working in VC, to now running my own brand and deck agency. I'm your go-to source for branding, storytelling, and presentation structure. In addition, I have extensive experience in data analytics, 0 to 1 startup innovation, customer research, market/competitive analysis, and strategy. I love the entrepreneurship game! Looking forward to learning about your story.

Welcome to my profile! With a rich background in entrepreneurship and finance, I am here to help you navigate the complexities of starting and growing your own business. As a Co-Founder of Sora Finance, I've successfully raised $5.5M and we recently sold to Flourish (a subsidiary of MassMutual). giving me firsthand experience in scaling startups and raising capital. My time at McKinsey & Company as a consultant honed my strategic and operational skills, which I now leverage to guide entrepreneurs in achieving their goals. Additionally, my leadership roles at Kiva and Generation have equipped me with the expertise to support small businesses and drive impactful change. Let's connect and turn your entrepreneurial vision into reality!

I’m a Stanford GSB MBA, McKinsey & Co, and Northwestern alum who’s excited to join you in the trenches of building and scaling startups! As a co-founder of Bluebird Kids Health, I’ve helped grow a 100+ person team and raise $32.5M in venture funding in under 2 years. I know firsthand the highs, lows, and unexpected hurdles of the entrepreneurial journey, and I love being a springboard for others figuring it out - whether that’s breaking into startups, navigating compensation negotiations, fundraising as a founder, building a strategic framework, or just figuring out your next career step. I bring both strategic insight and real-world experience, and I’ve successfully coached entrepreneurs and operators to successfully take on the challenges of launching and growing. I’ve been in your shoes — and I’d be excited to help you chart what comes next!

Welcome to my profile! With a rich background in entrepreneurship and business development, I am passionate about guiding early-stage founders to success. As the Co-Founder of Sonic Unity and Entrepreneur in Residence at Oneday, I have firsthand experience in launching and scaling innovative ventures. My role as COO at QUALITY has honed my skills in strategic planning and leadership, ensuring that startups thrive in competitive markets. I also bring expertise from my consultancy, Be My Guest, where I specialize in building iconic brands and sustainable business models. Let's work together to turn your startup vision into reality—reach out to start your journey today!

Welcome to my profile! With my combined operator and VC experience, and also coaching many founders, I am passionate about helping entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of starting and scaling their ventures. Let's work together to navigate your entrepreneurial challenges! Reach out to explore how I can support your journey.

- Founder 2 AI startups (funding, revenue) - Early employee at $250M startup

Welcome! With over two decades of experience in leadership and executive coaching, I specialize in empowering startup founders to navigate the complexities of scaling their businesses. As the Founder of Surko Coaching, I have partnered with high-potential leaders to enhance their executive presence, strategic decision-making, and resilience, ensuring they are equipped to lead with confidence and clarity. My extensive background includes roles such as Chief Experience Officer at Flowcode and Senior Vice President of Customer Success at Bluecore, where I drove significant growth and operational excellence. I am an ICF Accredited Coach and hold certifications in Career and Leadership Coaching, which I leverage to tailor my coaching approach to each client's unique needs. Let's connect to explore how I can support your journey to success!