Top Skills
Marketing
As CMO, responsible for marketing strategies at Startups.com and delivering tactical advice to 1000s of startups on an annual basis, across channels, sectors, and stages. I'm the dangerous generalist you need as second eyes.
Leadership
Leading teams and advising other founders in their entrepreneurial journeys.
Founder
Founded and built 9 companies across three continents with 3 successful exits.
Bio
Founding Partner and CMO of Startups.com. I'm a renaissance man with Startups on his mind. I'm a son, husband, father, brother, investor, musician, podcaster, writer, adventurer, athlete, combatant, woodsman, advisor and Founder - in no particular order.
I've built 9 companies on three continents (and a few islands) with 3 exits and more funding rounds than I care to remember. The current adventure is 14 years running - building Startups.com with Wil Schroter and an amazing team. It's an Opus in the making - a dream when I'm asleep or awake!
I truly love working with other founders at all levels. There is nothing quite as special as being given the latitude to do what I love, in the pursuit of helping other people do what they love. I think on this daily and appreciate it every time.
Elevator Pitch
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Industry
Technology
Location
Saint Petersburg
Website
Team Size
100-200 employees
Company Stage
Growth
Funding Stage
Pre-Seed
Funding Raised
None/Bootstrapped
Annual Revenue
Undisclosed
| Skill | Strength | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Marketing | 100 | As CMO, responsible for marketing strategies at Startups.com and delivering tactical advice to 1000s of startups on an annual basis, across channels, sectors, and stages. I'm the dangerous generalist you need as second eyes. |
| Leadership | 95 | Leading teams and advising other founders in their entrepreneurial journeys. |
| Founder | 95 | Founded and built 9 companies across three continents with 3 successful exits. |
| Startup Development | 90 | Over 20 years, 9 startups, and 3 exits. The last 14 years of experience building and scaling Startups.com and helping 1000s of Founders build their startups along the way. Prior to Startups.com I started 4 companies on 3 continents. |
| Podcasting | 80 | Co Host of the Startup Therapy Podcast, sharing insights and experiences in the startup ecosystem with my partner and Co Host Wil Schroter. |
| Technology | 75 | Extensive experience in the technology sector through various startups. |
| Investor | 75 | Invested in various startups, leveraging experience as a founder. |
Title
Founding Partner | CMO
Position Description
Leading marketing efforts and overall strategy for Startups.com, focusing on helping other founders.
Accomplishment Notes
Built Startups.com into a significant player in the startup ecosystem over 14 years, fostering a community for entrepreneurs.
Title
Founder
Position Description
Founded and managed 9 companies across different industries and continents.
Accomplishment Notes
Achieved 3 successful exits and numerous funding rounds.