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Douglas Craver 3 tech exits over 8 years.

Cleveland, Ohio

An entrepreneur with a hyper-focus on hiring right, managing risk, and reducing waste for the startups/ESVs I work in, coach, advise and invest in. 3 tech exits, one in 2014, one in 2016, one in 2022 + too many failures to list.

Creating value by sharing my knowledge and building ventures with smart people. International experience working with founders and their startups from India to South Africa and in-between.

  • Reviews 19
  • Answers 5

Doug was able to give me good advice on several complex topics and a shot of positivity that I sorely needed as a battle fatigued entrepreneur.

Source: Clarity Jay Rice Sep 19, 2019

Doug has helped me on many occasions with business thinking, idea generation and has always encouraged me to test and validate ideas before jumping in. He also has a wealth of experience and strategies to grow and market businesses. I would recommend him to any entrepreneur!

Source: LinkedIn Parag Jagdale Jul 11, 2013

Doug is an exceptional out-of-the-box thinker, while at the same time has an extraordinary knack for understanding mission-critical objectives and how to meet them. He understands the digital marketing space like few others, very completely and holistically.

Doug was instrumental in getting our online presence launched and nurtured. He's an invaluable asset to any organization in the tech space.

Source: LinkedIn Mike Mouser Jul 11, 2013

Doug has been a great startup coach. He helped us aligned our strategic thinking and assisted with finding creative ways for us to validate our product and re-iterate it quickly. To do so, a start-up needs to be laser focused without doing it with blinders on, and Doug has been instrumental in guiding us in that process.

Source: LinkedIn Donna Lee Jul 11, 2013

Doug is a wise, straight-talking advisor with a lot of experience helping people start and grow companies. He is a good listener. He combines what he hears with what he knows and is able to provide valuable counsel to those who need it. Even with his vast experience, he sees every situation with fresh eyes. He avoids making assumptions and therefore can design strategies that are custom fit to current needs. He has a great mind. I highly recommend him.

Source: LinkedIn Ryan Wooley Jul 11, 2013

“I met Doug to validate my thought process for my third start-up in B2B eCommerce space. Over lunch, Doug came up with several different approaches for market validation and product differentiation. He has considerable understanding and experience of interactive eCommerce market place, and it showed in the insights he shared. Doug is a great resource.”

Source: LinkedIn Mukul Mehta Dec 4, 2012

Doug is one of the most knowledge professionals I had the pleasure working with. At Realeflow, Doug was the ultimate problem solver, using his vast knowledge of the internet to quickly solve our technology needs. What makes Doug unique is his ability to provide start-ups with the tools for success. When I require guidance, Doug is the first person I contact. I considered him a true professional, along with a mentor and friend.

Source: LinkedIn Jim Masie Dec 4, 2012

I have had the pleasure of working with Doug on several occasions and consider him a trusted advisor and expert on many business related subjects. Doug is one of the most creative, business savvy guys I know and I would highly recommend him for any position or project that calls for an honest, intelligent, experienced, all around good guy.

Source: LinkedIn Taylor Nipper Dec 4, 2012

Doug did a tremendous job for me at Realeflow and helped us set the foundation for our INC 500 award last year. He has an uncanny ability to see the future and where things are going and even more importantly how to take advantage of them. I would highly suggest working with Doug if you get the chance.
Greg Clement CEO Realeflow/App Giraffe

Source: LinkedIn Greg Clement Dec 4, 2012

Doug refined our approach making it simpler and more efficient. He's knowledgeable yet thoughtful and considerate with an impressive ability to communicate cutting edge technology in strategic layman's terms.

Source: LinkedIn Chris Waddell Dec 4, 2012

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