Startups Coaches

Entrepreneur & VC investor turned executive coach. Went through the founder journey myself, from incubating an idea at a Stanford class, to customer discovery and early prototyping + MVP development, getting early traction, raising angel checks, putting together a core team, and launching => after a couple pivots built to 10M USD revenue while operating in five countries. Was backed by elite investors like Founders Fund. While at Stanford, was a student of Steve Blank's, the creator of the "Lean Startup Approach", in his class "The Lean Launchpad". Certified coach under the Co-Active Training Institute, Upbuild, and the Aletheia Advanced Coaching Training program. Have personally guided over a hundred people in exploring venture capital and entrepreneurship, as well as in general career coaching. I would love to meet you and hear about your goals. Please feel free to reach out if interested in exploring further.

Welcome to my profile! I'm Daniel, the Founder and CEO of EarthSuds, where we're building the future of sustainable personal care products. Prior to this, I honed my strategic and analytical skills as a Senior Associate Consultant at Bain & Company, where I worked on diverse projects that equipped me with a deep understanding of business growth and development. My academic background includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University, where I graduated with High Distinction. I am passionate about helping aspiring entrepreneurs turn their ideas into successful ventures. Whether you're looking to refine your business strategy or need guidance on scaling your startup, I'm here to help. Let's connect and take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level!

Former elite college professor of entrepreneurship, bringing a rich background in founding, scaling, and advising both mission-driven small businesses and venture-backed startups. I combine deep operational experience with a sharp strategic lens, honed across roles as a journalist, consultant, founder, and impact investor. My work sits at the intersection of purpose and performance—supporting early-stage entrepreneurs, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, in building resilient, revenue-generating companies that create lasting value. Whether you're refining your pitch, navigating fundraising, or building systems for growth, I bring tailored, candid guidance rooted in real-world insight—and a genuine passion for seeing you win.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from the University of Chicago and extensive experience as a Principal at New Stack Ventures and FJ Labs, I bring a wealth of knowledge in venture capital and entrepreneurship. Over the years, I've helped numerous startups refine their business strategies, secure funding, and scale their operations. My background as a Product Manager at multiple startups has equipped me with a unique perspective on product development and market fit from an operator's seat. If you're looking to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level, let's connect and make it happen!

Welcome to my profile! As the Co-Founder and former CEO of Moringa School, I led a team that trained over 4,000 students with an impressive 85% job placement rate, transforming higher education in Africa. My entrepreneurial journey has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, and the World Economic Forum, among others. I am passionate about empowering entrepreneurs and have coached 18 individuals to successfully launch and grow their ventures. Whether you're looking to refine your business strategy or navigate the challenges of scaling, I'm here to help you achieve your entrepreneurial goals. Let's connect and take your business to the next level!

I’ve been involved with dozens of successful early-stage startups as a Co-founder, CEO, Investor, Advisor. I’m passionate about helping others avoid the pitfalls of early-stage startups, team formation, idea validation, development, and go to market strategy. I currently help run a Venture Studio in Utah called Philo Ventures where we're building startups with a team of software engineers, product strategists, ux designers, marketers. Part time I also help run a student startup incubator based at Brigham Young University called 'Sandbox' where undergraduate students take a year off of their normal coursework and get college credit while we pair them up with experts from the community and teach them how to start a software startup.

Hi, I’m Angela! I bring a unique blend of entrepreneurial expertise and global impact to my coaching. Currently, I am an Stanford entrepreneurship instructor for adults and high school students through various for-credit and immersive learning programs. As the founder and leader of Stanford’s Education Entrepreneurship Hub (https://edupreneurship.stanford.edu), I’ve built a thriving ecosystem that empowers both for-profit and nonprofit education entrepreneurs to innovate and scale their ventures. Previously, I bootstrapped a future-of-work SaaS product that scaled to users in over 80 countries, proving my ability to take an idea from zero to global reach. I specialize in coaching first-time founders, particularly student entrepreneurs, on everything from customer discovery and market validation to MVP development, sustainable business models, and fundraising. My experience spans founding, operating, investing, and ecosystem building, giving me a 360-degree perspective on entrepreneurship. What sets me apart? I understand the challenges and opportunities specific to first time founders and work with entrepreneurs building both mission-driven nonprofits and scalable for-profits. Whether you’re launching your first MVP, crafting a standout pitch, or planning your go-to-market strategy, I’m here to help you refine your approach and succeed. Let’s build something extraordinary together!

Want to found a successful startup but don't know where to start? Have an idea but not sure how to get your first customers? Need to find co-founders but don't know where to look? As an expert operator and storyteller, I've helped over 20 startups raise over $16M and get into top accelerator programs like Y-Combinator and raise venture capital funding from leading firms. My background as a founder and investor means I've seen firsthand what VCs look for when making an investment and how to execute the steps needed to receive that investment. I will work tirelessly to ensure that you get your business from 0 to 1, find world-class co-founders, and land VC funding. Work with me to: - Get your first customers - Generate and increase revenue growth - Craft your YC application - Build a memorable demo - Mock interview with VCs

With experience in venture capital as well as supporting founders in various contexts and projects over the last 5+ years, I believe I can provide helpful guidance as you work through the ambiguous early days of launching a business.

I have worked closely with many founders and entrepreneurs to support them on their journey of building and running a business. If you're looking for an objective, third-party perspective, need to talk through a critical decision, or simply want a trusted confidant to listen, I'm here. Whether your business is a one-person operation with no revenue yet, a small mom-and-pop shop, or a unicorn in the making, I'm dedicated to being your trusted companion!