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Michael D. Status: Offline
Calgary, Canada
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Venture Capital Advisor/ Investment Banker/ Investor Pitching Expert

I have been in private equity/ venture capital for the past 25 years. I worked for several years with BDC Capital, a $3 billion venture capital fund. Companies that I have been directly involved in have raised over $200M of venture capital and have achieved exits of $1.6 billion. I love working with very early stage companies. I provide a lot of value in getting your business ready for investment. I will offer very blunt feedback and help you position your company for success. I can provide feedback on the business plan, presentation, etc. In exceptional cases I can make introductions to investors that I believe will have a high likelihood of investing. I have been honored for my achievements. I have been a Business Pitch Judge at the prestigious Rice Business Plan Competition and Banff Venture Forum. I have also judged several international Pitch Competitions. I advise technology companies all over the world. I also act as a consultant on operational issues. I have also completed a few turnarounds as well. My services include: - Winning pitch decks - Financial Models - forecasting, analysis, problem solving - Investor pitch decks, strategy and identification of appropriate investors.. - Business planning and Strategic Consulting (business plan writing, business development, strategic analysis, marketing plan, market entry strategies) - Company valuation, Mergers and Acquisitions and Due Diligence, Value Creation Plans - Inbound Private Equity - helping companies respond with a strategy on how they will invest the funds - Venture Capital Funds - Expert Witness for a BC Supreme Court Trial - Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - interim and mentoring - Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) - Market Research My knowledge of what works allows me to help you avoid common mistakes and proactively positions you to answer the tough questions. I want to give back and help others succeed. I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals and dreams!
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You will get Investor Feedback on your Business Plan/ Pitch Deck/ Financials

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