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  • $225 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (56 jobs)
    I've helped over 200 startups raise capital and get their businesses launched by focusing on: - A Strong Story - Backed by Data What's a strong story? One that shows the business is Desirable (people are clamoring for it), Viable (it can make money) and Feasible (you can execute). What kind of data? The market size (or TAM, SAM, SOM), the competition, the typical marketing expenses and adoption rates for your product/service solution. Contact me to - Stress test your business models and monetization strategy (Financial Models) - Capital raises (Pitch Decks) - Growth (Go-to-Market, Sales Strategies, Sales Decks) - Forecasting (Translate accounting to finance) - Reporting (Executive Decks, Board Decks, Strategy Reviews) Additional Keywords: Fundraising, Voice of the Customer, Competitive Analysis, Benchmarking, Go to Market, Strategy, Operations, Management, Leadership, Bourbon. Wait, can 'bourbon' be a keyword?
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    Growth Strategy
    Financial Modeling
    Startup Consulting
    Management Consulting
    Microsoft Excel
    Pitch Deck
    Business Management
    Strategy
    Finance
    Marketing Strategy
    Presentations
    Business Plan
    Business Analysis
  • $300 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (12 jobs)
    Financial Business Consultant with a proven track record developing, analyzing, and enhancing business and investment operations. Expertise derived from a career straddling private equity and derivative trading. Outstanding data analytics and financial modeling skills combined with extensive risk return modeling across a variety of asset classes. Eight years of buy-side Private Equity experience from researcher to Managing Director. Twenty years of trading experience from floor trader to Founder of Proprietary Trading Firm. CTA Founder, FINRA registered. My entire career has been on the buyside of Alternative Asset investing. I have reviewed thousands of offering documents across a wide swath of industries and strategies. My forte is conveying complex business models in clear and readily understood analytics. MBA, University of Chicago. Adjunct Professor, NEIU School of Business and Management, Managerial Accounting. Educator, Business Innovation & Growth Center (Business Incubator); Business Plan Development and Creation. Expertise: • M&A Investments, Due diligence, and Analysis. • Business Plan Development and Capital Raise. • Risk Management Analytics. • Business Valuation. • Strategic Analysis, Financial Planning, and Cost Analysis. • EB5 capital rise and financial modeling. • Fund Performance & Attribution. • Investment Analysis and Modeling. Recent consultative projects include business plan development, pitch deck creation, capital raises, risk mitigation, investment modeling and fund attribution.
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    Business Plan
    Mergers & Acquisitions
    Business Valuation
    Business Consulting
    Stock Option Agreement
    Venture Capital Consulting
    Investment Research
    Business Analysis
    Investment Strategy
    Strategic Plan
  • $55 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (11 jobs)
    PROFFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Change Management - Project Management - Process Improvement and Systems Integration SMB/SME turnaround - Quickbooks - Shopify - Excel - Powerpoint tool management Cross-functional Team Build Return on Investment Optimization Revenue generation Profit/Loss Management External Resource Management Analytical Modelling Organizational Collaboration Market Segmentation Product Line Management * Energy Industry background with Renewable Energy experience, Solar - Methane-Storage * Championed and Commercialized multiple new products with revenue contributions above $75 Million and solid return on sales * Government Entity background * Remote consulting Expertise * Mediation Management * Contract Management * Grant applications MBA University of Chicago Masters in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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    Pitch Deck
    Microsoft Excel PowerPivot
    Business Strategy
    Accounting Basics
    Regression Testing
    Data Extraction
    Data Analysis
    Startup Company
    Business Plan
    Microsoft Excel
    Microsoft PowerPoint
    Financial Audit
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Cost Analysis
  • $80 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (55 jobs)
    I love to read, write and experiment with various modes of expression.  I have written thousands of pieces – news articles, opinion pieces, fiction, academic papers, consulting reports, expert opinions, correspondence … even a Ph.D. dissertation.  When writing, my goal is to organize and deliver information to my target audience as effectively as possible.  In this day of acronyms and emojis, writers tend to avoid lengthy, meandering pieces.  Instead, they focus on how to convey dominant emotions and messages in the shortest possible time.  I get that!  But the fact of the matter is that I appreciate and savor – literally revere – the ability to use language better than most.  So, even in an ever-changing world catering to people with short attention spans, I continue to search for pieces of work that uphold the finest traditions of authorship while presenting timely, cogent thoughts.  I have traveled all over the world, been a successful business consultant, an economics professor, a journalist, a TV pundit and a sportsman.  I absolutely love being a husband and father.  But nowhere do I find more pleasure on a daily basis than in the simple pursuit of expressing myself properly, whatever the subject matter and whoever the audience.
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    Creative Writing
    Market Analysis
    Research & Strategy
    Financial Analysis
    Competitive Analysis
    Business Plan
    Financial Projection
    Business Analysis
    White Paper Writing
    Qualitative Research
    Journalism Writing
    Business Modeling
    Real Estate Investment Assistance
    Business Consulting
    Business Strategy
  • $50 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    I am globally minded, results-driven, and entrepreneurial and I apply my passion in international affairs and business development to help companies grow. I combine 15 years of management and leadership experience for dynamic, innovative organizations, and have a successful track record in launching and executing economic development initiatives. Specialties: organizational management, event management, project management, international business, marketing and brand management, talent attraction and retention, diversity and inclusion, and community development. Owner of HighReach Consulting firm for growth and development strategies.
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    French
    Market Analysis
    Branding
    Event Management
    Business Development
    Career Coaching
    Mailchimp
    Business Strategy
    Community Relations
    Partnership Agreement
    Diversity & Inclusion
    Business Plan
    HubSpot
    Lead Generation
  • $250 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (3 jobs)
    I am a Fractional CTO/COO and Digital Strategy Advisor with over 15 years of experience in consulting and software delivery
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    User Stories
    Program Management
    Business Transformation
    Sales Operations
    Digital Strategy
    Business Plan
    Business Analysis
    Project Management
    Strategy
    Management Consulting
    Business Operations
    Strategic Plan
  • $150 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (138 jobs)
    I am your Startup Swiss-Army knife! Help with funding, growth, planning, general strategy, product development, manufacturing, selling, leadership etc all in one easy-to-access and Founder-focused person! I’m an experienced startup consultant who has worked with hundreds of startups and thousands of Founders over the last 14+ years to build ventures that can raise money, grow revenue and scale towards exit. I've also walked the pathway Founders are on - having built my own startup studio (tech + investment) from 0 to hundreds of employees and millions of dollars in revenue. Across countless sectors and industries, I've helped entrepreneurs create thousands of jobs, generate hundreds of millions in early-stage capital, acquire and scale new customers, turn that initial growth into 9-figures in annual revenue and secure dozens and dozens of acquisition offers. I do this all the while helping them curate the right tactics that lead to business success, and the right strategies that makes sure that what they build is a reflection of their own personal goals. My Founder/Owner-centric approach means you're gaining a true ally on this wild adventure - I structure each engagement so it efficiently helps meet the objective but also helps educate and empower you to take the next steps on your venture's pathway towards success! What I can help you do: - Introduce you into the world of startup financing (and VC/Angel fundraising) - Review, prepare and optimize investor materials (business plan, pitch deck etc.) - Help set and scope terms for your financing round - Identify and execute on available fundraising pathways for your venture - Generate analysis-driven lists of high-value investors (VC/Angel/Grants) AND develop strategies to connect w/each - Create useable and dynamic financial models for funding and managing your business - Work on value proposition, pitch and other sales/biz dev tactics - Identify new markets or pathways into markets for sales & marketing success - Coaching and guidance on how to build a business that reflects the leadership team's values and aligns with the owner's personal goals - Review contracts, agreements and products for feedback and useability analysis - Identify the role technology does or can play and build a strategy that reflects that - Strategic planning focused on future exit objectives and growth plans - Coaching and personal development for early to mid-stage business owners/Founders If you’re looking for an experienced ally and advisor who can guide you through all the difficult steps along the venture path then click the “Hire Now” button or drop me a line and let’s see what we can build together!
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    Investment Preparation
    Growth Strategy
    Business Plan Writing
    Business Planning & Strategy
    Business Valuation
    Financial Modeling
    Fundraising Presentation
    Venture Capital Consulting
    Startup Consulting
    Pitch Deck
    Startup Company
    Entrepreneurship
    Fundraising
    Business Analysis
    Business Plan
  • $89 hourly

    • 4.8/5
    • (146 jobs)
    I am a professional market researcher with a combined experience of 14 years (worked with Deloitte, UBS Investment Bank, Introhive) in advanced secondary market research, and market intelligence consulting. Please reach out if you are: - Wanting to launch new product/service - expanding into new geographies - looking for new business opportunities - developing strategies - Searching for investors Here is why you should hire me: - Work with over 400 clients spanning virtually every industry, including start-ups and fortune 500 clients. - I am fast and extremely reliable - Available 24*7 for a skype, watsapp or phone call - Delivery quality projects in record time I specialize in helping with: - MARKET RESEARCH: - COMPETITIVE ANALSYSI - Product REVIEWS - COMPANY PROFILING - BENCHMARK RESEARCH - GENERAL RESEARCH: You've got questions. We've got answers. - PITCH BOOK AND BUSINESS PLAN - CORPORATE BLOG WRITING SERVICES Why you should hire me: - I am a 10-year veteran of consulting and market research - A Deloitte Consulting and UBS investment Bank alumni - Some of my clients are Introhive, Asset Panda, Salt Works, M-Files, Speede Training - Success.com and Thrive Global contributor - MBA in Finance and Marketing Thank you for your time and have a great day! Best, Shagun
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    Industry & Competitor Analysis
    Competitive Analysis
    Go-to-Market Strategy
    Research & Development
    Business Analysis
    FinTech Consulting
    Research Summary
    Research Papers
    Investor Overview
    SaaS
    Investor List
    Brand Consulting
    Research & Strategy
    Presentations
    Business Plan
  • $150 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (5 jobs)
    I have built and sold 5 companies, 3 for clients and two of my own, both developed from zero annual revenue to $47M and $210M annual sales each. I have considerable experience writing and reviewing business plans and providing coaching to help businesses launch or accelerate growth. My background is in leadership coaching and training for entry-level and senior sales teams. With a background in startup launches, I have a keen understanding of the needs in developing marketing strategies that are realistic, affordable, and quickly executed. Key skills : • Business Planning - long and short term • Business Health Check & turnarounds • Sales strategy coaching • Due diligence for purchase and fund raising - creation of fund raise documents • Leadership coaching & training
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    Startup Consulting
    Coaching
    Business Coaching
    Financial Modeling
    Business Consulting
    Management Consulting
    Pitchbook
    Business Operations
    Organizational Design & Effectiveness
    Strategy
    Financial Analysis
    Business Plan
    Strategic Plan
  • $36 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Accomplished financial executive with significant thought leadership, strategy, deal execution and financial analysis experience. Executed over $700 million in transaction providing structure, negotiation and financial modeling in a multitude of industries.
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  • $100 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    As an MBA holder and seasoned corporate leader, I bring an innovative consultative approach to the business industry. As the Co-Founder and CEO of C.E.C. Consulting in Chicago, IL, I specialize in providing strategic guidance to startups, newer businesses, and SMEs, helping them navigate the complexities of growth and success.
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    Action Plan
    Product Roadmap
    Budget Planning
    Business Plan
    Data Analysis
    Risk Analysis
    Operational Planning
    Financial Analysis
    Communication Strategy
    Business Analysis
    Market Research
    Grant Writing
    Startup Consulting
    Business Consulting
  • $30 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (4 jobs)
    My name is Babatunde, your go-to professional business analyst, business plan writer, and financial expert. I stand out as an industry expert and a certified business plan writer with an incredible reputation for expertly creating success paths for businesses to thrive. I combine data analytics and market knowledge to develop executive business plans, proposals, and financial projections for your business. For over 8 years, I have developed more than 2000 business plans, business proposals and strategic business documentations for small scale businesses, large start-ups, and international establishments, helping business owners to raise over $500M through bank loans, investors, and SBA. I have keen knowledge of market dynamics, investments and strategic implementation of ideas and financial analysis, and a blend of professionalism and expertise, which helps me in developing comprehensive and presentable business documents, transforming clients' unique ideas into revenue-generating concepts. What set my services apart: *** Over 8 years experience in creating fundraising business plans and financial documents *** My business plans are comprehensive, presentable and investors/banks-friendly. *** Creative and results-oriented approach to business plan witing *** Knowledge of data analytics and market dynamics to identify strategies for growth opportunities. *** 100% custom business plan and financial projections. *** knacks for diverse industries including technology, education, manufacturing and retail business, fashion and boutique, engineering, finance, transportation and logistics, as well as agriculture. *** Meticulous attention to details and commitment to results *** Deliveries are available in Editable format, PDF, and Excel Spreadsheet. Major outlines include: () Executive Summary () Business Model Canvas () Company Summary/Business Information () Products and Services () Market Outlook and Industry Analysis () Marketing and Sales Plan () Financial Plan The financial section features: -- Financial Assumptions -- Capital Expenditure Breakdown -- 5 Years Sales Forecast -- Financial Overview -- Projected Income Statement -- Projected Cash Flow Statement -- Projected Statement of Financial Position -- Breakeven Analysis -- Net Present Value -- Payback Period -- Return on Investment -- DCF Valuation Whether you are planning or raising funds for new business models, creating fascinating narratives for potential investors, creating a roadmap for your startup, of analysing your financial data, I am all you need. I bring expertise and experience to deliver the exact solution to your needs. Thank you.
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    Marketing Plan
    Executive Summary
    Business Strategy
    Business Planning & Strategy
    Pitch Deck
    Financial Analysis
    Financial Modeling
    Business Plan Writing
    Business Proposal
    Financial Projection
    Business Analysis
    Business Plan
  • $50 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    18 years experience developing the commercial marketing strategy – overseeing sponsorship, research, PR, promotions, experiential/events, advertising, creative development & digital – to drive measurable results for the National Basketball Association (NBA), ESPN, the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games & Paralympic Games (LOCOG), Viacom/BET Networks & GLORY Sports in China, Jamaica, Lithuania, Puerto Rico, South Africa, Turkey, UK & US
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    Project Management
    Business Plan
    Advertising
    Event Management
    Event Planning
    Brand Marketing
    Startup Consulting
    Marketing Strategy
    Internet Marketing
  • $50 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (24 jobs)
    Rex is an expert in financial modeling and analysis, with over 10 years of management consulting experience in finance, supply chain & operations projects with Fortune 500 clients. He is proficient in translating business strategy into action by modeling financial and operational plans around key performance drivers. Rex is skilled in guiding clients enhance their business performance, including startup and growing companies looking to secure their market as they near the next stage. Rex is adept in enhancing value to both internal and external customers by increasing current efficiency and effectiveness levels through: • Process simplification • Budgeting, planning and forecasting • Finance and operating model transformation • Designing cost management systems and financial controls • Enhancing performance management and reporting frameworks • Identifying growth opportunities and developing strategic plans • Navigating regulatory compliance
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    Content Writing
    Financial Projection
    Financial Reporting
    Pro Forma Statement
    Process Flow Diagram
    Data Analysis
    Process Improvement
    Financial Management
    Business Process Modeling
    Microsoft Office
    Business Consulting
    Management Consulting
    Business Plan
    Financial Analysis
  • $60 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (41 jobs)
    Before applying for federal, state, or local grants, it is essential to register your business on SAM.gov and obtain as many classifications as possible from government registering agencies. These classifications include WOSB (Women-Owned Small Business), HUB (Historically Underutilized Business), disability-owned, and veteran-owned businesses. These set-aside and favored categories can give your business a significant advantage when seeking grant funds. You focus on optimizing your business. I’ll get you registered. Unlike other registration sites, YOU KEEP YOUR ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL!! The SAM application process and other registrations can seem laborious and time-consuming, but they are mandatory for grant-making operations. I will take the lead and handle all the necessary tasks, ensuring that by the end of the process, your business will be well-positioned to compete for government funding. With extensive experience in successfully registering dozens of SAM businesses, I specialize in navigating the complexities of public and private certifications, such as the Small Business Administration (SBA), Women Business Enterprise Certification (WBENC), and various state government programs offering certifications.
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    Creative Writing
    Grant Writing
    Proposal Writing
    RFP Writing
    Survey Data Analysis
    Opinion Survey
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Business Writing
    Business Plan
    Report Writing
    History
    Data Analysis
    Technical Writing
  • $150 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Zachary Vaninger is a mergers & acquisitions (M&A), accounting / finance, and corporate strategy professional based in Chicago, Illinois and St. Louis, Missouri. Education: - Doctoral Candidate, Kellstadt Graduate School of Business @ DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois - Master of Accounting, Johns Cook School of Business @ Saint Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Accountancy @ John Cook School of Business, Saint Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri Professional Experience: Zach's experience includes public accounting, consulting, and financial due diligence serving private equity and strategic clients and buy-side corporate development experience at two of St. Louis' most rapidly growing $1.0B+ organizations. Further, Zach is actively engaged in teaching higher education courses and seminars, including accounting, business law, and strategy, at institutions in St. Louis and Chicago. Professional Certifications: - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the State of Missouri. Volunteer / Associations: Zach is an active participant is mentorship through the St. Louis Regional Business Council and Association of Corporate Group (ACG St. Louis and ACG Chicago). Further, Zach is a member of the American Accounting Association, the premier community of accountants in academia. Personal: Zach is very active in fitness and anything outdoors: his favorite activity is running along Chicago's Lake Michigan lakefront trails. Further, Zach is a foodie and greatly enjoys exploring cafes in the morning and restaurants in the evening. Finally, Zach is a life-long learner - he enjoys digging into new and engaging research.
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    Data Visualization
    Data Analytics
    Valuation
    Financial Accounting
    Financial Analysis
    Business Plan
    Business
    CPA
    Mergers & Acquisitions
    Accounting Basics
    Management Consulting
    Bookkeeping
    Analytical Presentation
    Financial Planning
    Accounting
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