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Expertise

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Getting Started: Networking, Mental Preparation & Product Strategy

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Created 10 years ago in Funding / Bootstrapping

I've helped to launch over 50 startups; ran a startup accelerator; and invested in over 35 early stage tech companies. I manage an international network of investors, innovators and entrepreneurs. Have coached product teams at Intel, Motorola, Adobe and dozens of startups. I've also been a clinical therapist and I understand the psychological as well as practical aspects of pursuing your passions, following your dreams and dealing with the intense realities of starting up a new business.

Paul Allen

Boulder Colorado
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Recently led startups that raised $150M from top VC's, thousands of customers nationwide, scaled product, marketing, sales, support, R&D, previously ran two startup accelerators -- one led by Dan Gilbert, Chairman of Quicken Loans and owner of NBA’s Cleveland Cavaliers. Founded Tribe of Angels. Have advised hundreds of startups. Techstars Boulder graduate and mentor. Coached hundreds of startups that raised in excess of $500MM. Previously Advisor to 60mo (acquired); Founder of Tribe of Angels (international network of over 8000 angels, researchers, journalists, execs, and venture backed founders in 25 countries); VP of Qbiquity (acquired); Director at BetaSphere (acquired); Cofounder of Monarch Teaching Technologies; Have led product evaluations for Intel, Motorola and Adobe; Managing Director of Connecticut Software Association; Started two Midwest accelerators; Deep high growth startup experience spanning finance, fundraising, legal, operations, technology, design and sales. Participated in 45+ investments. I’m an expert at evaluating market opportunities, designing products that fit markets, and then promoting and closing deals to generate revenue. Over 20 years experience in bringing new B2B and B2C software, hardware and services solutions to market. Broad market experience covering healthcare, sports, fintech, gaming, retail, consumer, mortgage, real estate, education, telecommunications, and more. Leadership approach focuses on constant learning, transparency, empowerment, and communication. I consult with numerous venture-backed startups and established businesses.

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Reviews (53)

Solid call. Would highly recommend. Pragmatic and insightful. Will be having more calls.

Source: Clarity Adam Keen Dec 19, 2023

What an awesome person! Definitely recommend Paul to help with copywriting. He was a huge help for our nonprofit and just as kind and accomodating as could be.

Source: Clarity Elaine West Mar 25, 2020

Paul was very helpful in bringing clarity to several issues holding us up at this early stage. I will definitely be calling Paul again.

Source: Clarity Hughes, Paul Apr 20, 2017

Thanks Paul for the great recommendations you gave me during our conversation.

Source: Clarity Alieu Marenah Apr 1, 2017

Great call with Paul. I planned on 15 minutes, and went over half an hour. He answered my questions, and gave me some very practical and usable ideas. Well worth the cost. I will call him again.

Source: Clarity Stephen rose Mar 11, 2017

Thank you Paul for being so clear as to what steps I need to take to progress with my idea. Much appreciated!

Source: Clarity Elizabeth Ladyjenski Jan 16, 2017

Great Call Very helpful! Great new resource to stay connected with.

Source: Clarity Emmanuel Jones Jan 2, 2017

Valuable insights. Kind person. Highly recommend to call! Thank you, Paul!

Source: Clarity Richard Lee Nov 30, 2016

Very helpful with determining the best direction to go with my start up. Look forward to speaking with again.

Source: Clarity Martin Johnson Apr 12, 2016

This is our 3rd call with Paul and it was quick and to the point. Thanks once again for the advice and for your help, Paul!

Source: Clarity Felix Cao Apr 12, 2016