Built + sold my own biz, now help others do the same. Ran the Center for Entrepreneurship at the nation's largest public university. Executive leader, growth advisor and efficiency specialist with a knack for building culture.
So you built a company and one day it dawned on you that you need to learn to be a LEADER, too. Been there. Did it wrong first, learned to do it right. Let me help you take the shortcuts!
Those at the top of a company have a lot on their plate, let's talk about how you can get good at inspiring and motivating people.
I've judged dozens of pitch competitions, been mentored by founders who raised hundreds of millions and worked with many founders who have gone on to raise successful seed + series A rounds. I've seen the good, the bad and the ugly in pitch decks.
As a Director of Venture Development helping top startups in my state, one of my favorite things to geek out on is pitch strategies. Let's review your pitch deck together to ensure you maximize that hard-earned chance to pitch an investor.
Have something to say but held back by your fear of public speaking? You are not alone, and I have the tricks to help you kick that fear's butt right out of town.
I've worked with hundreds of executives, founders, professionals and students from dozens of countries. I also regularly spend time, myself, presenting for crowds large (thousands) and small (meetings, etc). Let's get you ready for your own prime time. Don't let your fear of public speaking be the things that holds back your career or business.
Although most of my work these days is with founders of growing tech startups and already-successful SMBs, I'll never lose my heart for the newbies. <3
Have a biz idea and want to learn where to start? Let's chat. I'll give you the ABCs of entrepreneurship... then when you are ready we can go through the rest of the alphabet. Don't be afraid to ask the dumb questions. ;) I'll even help you determine if you should create a business plan or a business model canvas... and show you how to do each one.
I've worked with hundreds of founders in dozens of industries. So, bring it. There's not a lot I haven't seen!
All the successful companies are doing it! Don't know an OPSP from an EOS or how to create either... and can't (yet) afford the $5k/day rate for someone to help? I got you. Let's talk and I'll show you how to build {and implement} your custom path to success.
Really cool that you intuitively know to spent time investigating the probabilities before jumping into things. If there is a Startup Weekend near you do that - in 54 hours you will get to wrap a small team around the idea, learn + do customer validation an get expert help from local mentors. If that isn't a possibility, you could create a landing page that "sells" the idea as if it exists, then put a couple hundred behind targeted fb ads to see if you have something that people are interested in. At minimum, read Eric Reis' Lean Startup book to learn how to ensure you create a product that really fits a market. :) Get in touch if you want to chat more!
Christie opened my mind to new avenues to overcome a 911 roadblock my business was facing. -Rafael Testai, EventKey CEO
Christie really knows entrepreneurship. She's insightful, practical and a terrific communicator. My session with her focused precisely on my challenges and from it, I emerged with specific guidance for new directions to explore. Sometimes, you just need fresh eyes on a challenge. She's an incredibly valuable resource for that - I'll be back for more!
After my call, I feel like I have a solid foundation and am even more excited to start my new business!!! Christie laid out the steps in an easy to understand fashion to help me move towards applying for an LLC/ DBA in my state. She also recommended good business practices to move towards such as business bank accounts, book keeping strategies and basic marketing and branding concepts. Very knowledgeable and easy to speak with, Christie knows her stuff!! Thank you so much for all you do!!!
Great feedback and ideas for growth.
