Venture Capital Coaches, Events, and Resources

Raised capital from them, participated in IC, became a fellow. Built models for funds and firms.

Want to know what VCs are thinking about your resume or pitch deck? Want to practice your pitch or "story" and get real-world feedback in confidence? Want insights on the esoteric VC industry, specific firms, recruiting methodologies, diligence processes, or simply how to access VCs? I spent several years working for top Bay-Area VC funds. I've looked at thousands of pitch decks as an investor, invested in 15+ companies, and observed 60+ board meetings. I have deep insight into the recruiting process as well, having earned 5 offers from top funds and led the hiring process for multiple interns and junior investors. Whether your a founder trying to raise capital or a young professional trying to break into the space, I'm your sherpa for navigating the VC industry. Let's talk.

I’m an active investor at Level Up Ventures, backing pre‑seed and seed founders who’ve historically lacked access to capital. Previously, at Volvo Cars Tech Fund global CVC. I operated across the U.S., Europe, and China, sourcing and diligencing early‑stage deals and working with portfolio teams. I’ve also held roles with Microsoft’s venture fund (M12), F‑Prime Capital, and ByteDance, and I bring an operator’s lens from time at an early‑stage startup. I’ve supported multiple early‑stage investments end‑to‑end from market maps and thesis work to diligence, deal memos, and post‑investment support. I’ve completed two formal VC training fellowships (HBCUvc and the Black Venture Capital Consortium) and now volunteer coach in those communities. Having seen venture from the LP perspective (as a pension fund analyst), corporate VC, independent VC, and the operator seat, I know what hiring teams look for and how candidates can demonstrate investor judgment. I translate that into practical coaching: sharpening your investor narrative, building theses and market maps, preparing take‑home memos, and running partner‑style mock interviews.

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.

Coming from a non-traditional background, I was able to break into venture capital and now serve as a partner at my firm. I am an expert on all thing venture captial and am qualified to coach on any topic including understanding VC, preparing for VC interviews, and steps to break into the space.

Welcome to my profile! With a strong foundation in finance and investment from my time at Goldman Sachs and as an Investor at General Catalyst, I bring firsthand experience in the venture capital landscape. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Georgetown's McDonough School of Business, where I honed my analytical skills and leadership as the Captain of the Men's Heavyweight Rowing team. I've successfully coached 5 individuals, helping them navigate the complexities of venture capital and secure positions in top firms. Whether you're looking to break into the industry or advance your career, I'm here to provide tailored guidance and support. Let's connect and chart your path to success in venture capital!

Hello and welcome to my profile! With an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business and extensive experience in the venture capital and startup ecosystem, I'm here to help you navigate your path to success. As a Co-founder & CEO of Torpedo Now and a former Investment Officer at NFX, I have firsthand experience in what it takes to secure funding and grow a successful business. My background at McKinsey & Company has equipped me with strategic insights that I leverage to guide entrepreneurs through the complexities of venture capital. Whether you're looking to refine your pitch, understand investor expectations, or develop a robust business strategy, I'm here to support you every step of the way.

I help people break into venture capital by combining real fund experience, deep exposure to early-stage investing, and hands-on operational context from building companies myself. I’ve worked inside VC funds, evaluated startups across multiple sectors, supported diligence processes, and built relationships throughout the ecosystem. On the operator side, I’ve founded and scaled my own startup, advised dozens of early-stage teams, and worked closely with founders on fundraising, financial analysis, storytelling, and go-to-market strategy. Because I’ve lived both sides of the table, I’m able to teach not just how to get into VC, but how to think like an investor—how to evaluate companies, form an investment thesis, communicate your judgment, and stand out in interviews. I help clients translate their background into a compelling VC narrative and build the skills, frameworks, and confidence needed to enter and thrive in the industry.

As a venture capitalist at Jump Capital, I have evaluated hundreds of startup business plans and pitches. This gives me deep insight into what makes for an appealing venture funding proposal. My network across VC firms provides inside knowledge of what investors look for during the recruiting and fundraising process. Having successfully navigated business school applications and secured roles in consulting and venture capital myself, I understand the challenges applicants face. My on-the-ground experience allows me to offer valuable guidance at every step, from crafting essays to acing interviews. Whether you are aiming for a top MBA program or building a career in consulting or VC, I have the qualifications to help you get there.

Direct experience overseeing investments in early-stage companies in the West Coast & Latin America and managing a portfolio of c. 25 companies. Also went through the founder journey myself, from incubation in my Stanford dorm to a 10M USD revenue company backed by Founders Fund and Kaszek with operations in five countries. 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.