Mike D.

Mike D.

CalgaryCanada
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Venture Capital Advisor/ Investment Banker/ Investor Pitching Expert

I have been in private equity/ venture capital for the past 20 years. I worked for several years with BDC Capital, a $1 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 positioning your business 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 now 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 - Venture Capital Funds - 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!
Jan 18, 2023 - Feb 8, 2023

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Dec 2, 2022 - Jan 25, 2023

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Dec 23, 2022 - Jan 14, 2023

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Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Dec 6, 2022 - Jan 14, 2023

"Mike is a top pick! He was knowledgeable and had a straightforward and insightful approach, which we appreciated. He was also quick and responsive. Happy to work with him again in the future."

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Oct 24, 2022 - Oct 27, 2022

"Mike’s consulting work was of the the highest quality and professionalism - his ability to effectively communicate new topics was greatly appreciated. His deep and comprehensive expertise across PE/M&A/VC subject matters proved immensely valuable. Easy to work with and looking forward to the next project together."

Private earnings
Rating is 3.3 out of 5.
3.30 Sep 22, 2022 - Oct 13, 2022
Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Jul 11, 2022 - Oct 7, 2022

"Mike is a very innovative, out of the box thinker. We were exploring a novel solution to a unique market opportunity. Mike proposed an amazing solution that I had not considered. I would love to find a way to work with Mike on another project soon."

Private earnings
Jul 13, 2022 - Sep 15, 2022

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Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Aug 8, 2022 - Sep 14, 2022

"Mike pairs excellent technical abilities with exceptional fundraising background and knowledge from an investor's perspective. He really helped us better understand our business in a way that is simple to communicate. His communication quality and frequency was excellent and he went above and beyond for this project. I look forward to working with him further and highly recommend him to anyone looking to better understand their business's financials and raise funding."

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Jul 29, 2022 - Sep 12, 2022

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Mike D.

Mike D.

CalgaryCanada
Job Success
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I have been in private equity/ venture capital for the past 20 years. I worked for several years with BDC Capital, a $1 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 positioning your business 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 now 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 - Venture Capital Funds - 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!
Jan 18, 2023 - Feb 8, 2023

No feedback given

Private earnings
Dec 2, 2022 - Jan 25, 2023

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Private earnings
Dec 23, 2022 - Jan 14, 2023

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Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Dec 6, 2022 - Jan 14, 2023

"Mike is a top pick! He was knowledgeable and had a straightforward and insightful approach, which we appreciated. He was also quick and responsive. Happy to work with him again in the future."

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Oct 24, 2022 - Oct 27, 2022

"Mike’s consulting work was of the the highest quality and professionalism - his ability to effectively communicate new topics was greatly appreciated. His deep and comprehensive expertise across PE/M&A/VC subject matters proved immensely valuable. Easy to work with and looking forward to the next project together."

Private earnings
Rating is 3.3 out of 5.
3.30 Sep 22, 2022 - Oct 13, 2022
Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Jul 11, 2022 - Oct 7, 2022

"Mike is a very innovative, out of the box thinker. We were exploring a novel solution to a unique market opportunity. Mike proposed an amazing solution that I had not considered. I would love to find a way to work with Mike on another project soon."

Private earnings
Jul 13, 2022 - Sep 15, 2022

No feedback given

Private earnings
Rating is 5 out of 5.
5.00 Aug 8, 2022 - Sep 14, 2022

"Mike pairs excellent technical abilities with exceptional fundraising background and knowledge from an investor's perspective. He really helped us better understand our business in a way that is simple to communicate. His communication quality and frequency was excellent and he went above and beyond for this project. I look forward to working with him further and highly recommend him to anyone looking to better understand their business's financials and raise funding."

Private earnings
Jul 29, 2022 - Sep 12, 2022

No feedback given

Private earnings

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