Venture Capital Coaches, Events, and Resources

Hi! I’m a former Goldman Sachs Healthcare Investment Banking Analyst and investor at 7wire Ventures, an early-stage healthcare VC firm. At 7wire, I supported sourcing and diligence, built operating and financial models, prepared investment memos, and worked closely with founders and portfolio companies, including serving as a board observer. I’m passionate about helping aspiring venture capital professionals understand what firms look for and how to position themselves effectively. I work with candidates on resumes, networking strategy, and interview preparation, whether they’re coming from banking, consulting, operating roles, or non-traditional backgrounds. If you’re looking to break into venture capital I'm happy to help you build a thoughtful, personalized plan!

Seasoned investor with 10+ years of venture capital and management consulting experience across consumer technology and healthcare, with a focus on operations, GTM strategy, and growth. I broke into VC as an Associate and now serve as a Partner at my firm. I've overseen recruiting processes in my current and previous roles, with a particular focus on undergrads, MBAs, and lateral hires. I'm here to help you navigate the world of venture capital and management consulting, whether it's breaking in, pivoting roles, or navigating your overall career roadmap.

I’ve spent over a decade helping funds and founders raise capital by building the investor relations, operations, and storytelling engines behind successful fundraises. I’ve established IR functions from the ground up, designed LP engagement strategies, and managed pipelines supporting over $100M in capital raised across early-stage and growth funds. My background spans Bain Capital Ventures (supporting a $10B+ platform and portfolio community of 400+ founders) and Daily Harvest, where I partnered with leadership on board operations and investor communications during a $100M+ Series D. Today, through my firm No Signal Capital, I advise early-stage funds and founders on narrative, materials, and fundraising strategy so they can run capital formation with confidence and discipline.

Breaking into venture capital is hard -- especially without the banking or consulting path. I went through dozens of interviews, technical cases, and partner conversations before landing investor roles, and I understand firsthand what it takes to stand out in a competitive process with out a traditional background. I have experience across early-stage VC and fintech product management at Citi. As a coach, I focus on helping candidates translate their unique backgrounds into compelling stories, prepare for cases with confidence, and develop the frameworks that interviewers are really looking for. If you’re trying to break into VC (especially from a non-traditional background) I can help you navigate the process and land the role.

Hello! I am passionate about building a more equitable future for all -- regardless of where one comes from. With a robust background in venture capital and strategic operations, I am here to help you navigate the competitive world of VC - especially as a once 'non traditional' applicant (female, POC, non-US citizen, etc.) myself. As an Investor at Acumen, I focus on high-impact entrepreneurs, particularly in healthcare, and have honed my skills in identifying and nurturing transformative ventures. I truly enjoy helping people come closer to their academic and career oriented dreams -- and I have successfully coached 12+ individuals, guiding them to achieve their career goals in venture capital. Let's connect and craft a personalized strategy to help you break into this dynamic field!

I navigated the transition from ops and engineering in venture-backed startups to invest at Antler. I had the chance to work across a few different funds in the process of my pivot, and as a result I gained a broad perspective of the VC ecosystem and how to break through the common barriers. I am passionate about helping aspiring VCs and founders navigate the complexities of the industry. Let's connect to discuss how I can support your journey into venture capital!

I am qualified to coach due to my extensive experience and background in tracking consumer trends and market dynamics. I have worked for reputable venture capital firms such as XRC Ventures and DGS Consumer Partners, where I specialized in helping them identify and invest in emerging brands within the beauty and personal care space. Through my work with these firms, I have gained deep insights into consumer behavior, market trends, and the factors that drive success in this industry. My analytical skills and hands-on experience in evaluating potential investments have equipped me with a robust understanding of what it takes to succeed in this competitive market. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to help others navigate the complexities of the beauty and personal care sector, whether they are aspiring entrepreneurs or established brands seeking to enhance their strategies.

Welcome to my profile! With 15 years of experience in the startup and venture capital space, I bring a wealth of knowledge to aspiring entrepreneurs and investors. As a Partner at Philo Ventures and Director of BYU's Sandbox Program, I have mentored numerous students and professionals in launching dozens of successful startups. My journey includes co-founding and scaling companies like Data Spark and Smart Rhino Labs, both of which were acquired, showcasing my expertise in building and exiting businesses. Whether you're looking to refine your pitch, navigate the complexities of venture funding, or scale your startup, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and turn your vision into reality!

I'm a current VC investor with prior experience at another venture fund as well as Goldman Sachs. I am passionate about helping others break into VC without IB experience. I also love helping give pre-seed and seed stage founders feedback on their businesses or pitch decks. I also lead the Chicago Chapter of the Emerging Venture Capitalists Association, the largest venture capital organization in the country supporting pre-partner investors. Prior to spending nearly 2.5 years in venture capital, I worked in the asset management division at Goldman Sachs. My experience at Goldman Sachs, combining deep public market expertise with strong sales skills, has provided me with a distinct advantage in identifying and supporting high-potential investment opportunities within the venture market. A bit more background on myself: I graduated early from Northwestern University with a degree in Economics, along with a certificate in Integrated Marketing Communications and a Religious Studies minor. Outside of work, I sit on several Chicago-based junior boards.

I bring over 8 years of comprehensive venture capital, operations, and investment experience across multiple stages and sectors. As a Venture Associate at Rethink Impact, I was team member number four, so I understand the ins and outs of what is required to build and run a venture capital firm, from due diligence to writing investment memos, building cap tables, deal sourcing, fundraising, and portfolio construction. I currently serve on the Investment Committee for Resilient Ventures where I continue to evaluate and invest in early-stage technology companies. With dual Harvard graduate degrees (MBA and Public Policy) and experience as Chief of Staff at a venture-backed fintech company, I understand both the investor and entrepreneur perspectives. I've personally navigated career transitions within the VC ecosystem and can provide practical guidance on breaking into the industry, advancing within firms, and building the skills that matter most to investment committees and senior partners.