Early-Stage Startup Coaching — Fundraising, Building, Growth

Early-Stage Startup Coaching — Fundraising, Building, Growth

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Offered by Alejandro A.

5.0

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Ex-Goldman + Startup Founder | Advised & Raised Capital from VC to IPO

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Package Description:

This package is built for early-stage founders who are wanting to accelerate their path to building a successful startup with help from an experienced founder. Whether you're pre-launch, post-MVP, or in the middle of raising a round, this coaching plan is designed to meet you where you are—and help you go further, faster. You’ll work 1-on-1 with an experienced founder or operator to refine your strategy, overcome blockers, and build a company with real momentum. Available in 5- or 10-hour formats, this flexible package gives you high-leverage support across your most critical areas—from fundraising and GTM to team building and founder mindset. Common coaching activities include: - Fundraising Strategy & Pitch Feedback: Craft your story, build your deck, and prep for investor conversations. - Go-to-Market Planning: Validate your ICP, test channels, and drive early traction. - Product & Roadmap Feedback: Prioritize what to build (and what not to), based on real customer feedback. - Growth Experiments & Funnels: Design scrappy experiments to drive activation, retention, and conversion. - Hiring & Team Building: Recruit and retain early team members who raise the bar. - Founder Mindset & Focus: Manage stress, avoid burnout, and stay focused on what matters most. - Investor Updates & Board Management: Learn how to communicate clearly, build trust, and stay in control of your narrative. - Pricing, Packaging, and GTM Strategy: Get feedback on your model and position it to win. Each session is personalized to your needs—whether you’re trying to close your first 10 customers, raise a $5M seed round, or navigate early team dynamics. You’ll walk away with clarity, momentum, and a real partner in your corner.


What you'll get from this package

Clearer strategy across product, GTM, and fundraising

Sharper investor pitch and more compelling story

Confidence navigating uncertainty and high-stakes choices

Support system to avoid burnout and stay focused

Actionable advice tailored to your unique stage and goals

Stronger founder narrative for customers, hires, and investors

Feedback on deck, metrics, pricing, and product roadmap

Trusted founder/operator in your corner when it matters most


Additional details

Coaching delivered via live sessions and .

Refund Policy

Services included:

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Hiring

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Alejandro A.

Offered by Alejandro A.

Joined October 2024

5.0

Ex-Goldman + Startup Founder | Advised & Raised Capital from VC to IPO

I’ve spent my career helping companies navigate the challenges of raising capital. At Goldman Sachs, I advised businesses across industries on securing growth equity, venture funding, and going public through IPOs. Later, at Fanatics, I worked on a multi-billion-dollar fundraise at a $31B valuation, seeing firsthand how world-class companies position themselves to investors. The businesses that succeeded weren’t just the ones with strong metrics - they knew how to tell their story, target the right investors, and structure a raise for long-term success. I helped founders and executives craft that narrative, refine their pitch, and build the right capital strategy. Beyond advising, I’ve been in the founder’s seat myself. I started two companies - Pierre Henry Socks and Exporta Technologies - where I experienced firsthand what it’s like to raise venture funding, scale a business, and navigate the realities of entrepreneurship. Exporta raised $5M+ in venture capital, and through that process, I learned what really moves investors and what founders often overlook. Whether you’re preparing for your first fundraise, structuring a growth round, or thinking through investor dynamics, I can help you cut through the noise, focus on what matters, and get the right capital behind your business.

Experience level: Executive

Starting at $580

5h+ of coaching

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