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Manuel Rinaldi

New York City

Program Director at NYC Venture Capital Fund and Accelerator Starta VC, specializing in early-stage companies expanding in the US. I've mentored 45+ startups and negotiated deals, including ones with industry leaders like the Vice President of Sony Music and Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple. With a background as a two-time startup founder in Silicon Valley, I'm passionate about helping new entrepreneurs navigate challenges and achieve success.

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Bootstrapping Expertise

I know firsthand how challenging it is to bootstrap a startup and keep the wheels turning without significant external funding. During my own entrepreneurial journey, I honed creative strategies to stretch limited resources, and I'm excited to share these insights with you. From identifying cost-saving measures to maximizing operational efficiency, I'll help you navigate the early stages of your venture with financial prudence.

Pre-Seed Fundraising Tactics

Raising a pre-seed round is a critical step in validating your idea and building momentum. With my experience in negotiating deals and connecting with investors, I'll provide guidance on crafting a compelling pitch, identifying the right investors, and effectively communicating your value proposition. Together, we'll increase your chances of securing that crucial pre-seed investment.

Startup Selection Expertise

As a key member of the selection team for Starta VC's highly selective Accelerator Program, I conduct rigorous interviews and assessments to identify the most promising startups for our exclusive cohorts. In each batch, we carefully handpick up to 15 startups, ensuring that only the most innovative and high-potential ventures are accepted.

I can help you to better asses your strength points and improve the weak ones in your idea, to increase the chances of being accepted into an Accelerator.

Pitch Deck and Startup Evaluation

With a keen eye for detail and extensive experience in startup mentoring, I have a deep understanding of what it takes to create a compelling pitch deck. From problem identification to market fit, revenue models, and traction, I thoroughly evaluate every aspect to ensure startups present themselves in the best light.

Accelerator's Interviewing Process

Gain a competitive edge with my Intensive Interview Experience. As Starta VC's Program Director, I've interviewed 600+ startups only in the last year. Having calls with each one of them. I know what the pattens are. I know what works and what doesn't. Benefit from my deep insights, rigorous evaluation, and personalized feedback to enhance your pitch deck and business strategy. Maximize your chances of acceptance into exclusive accelerator programs and secure the growth and funding you deserve.

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