Got a powerful idea, a growing startup, or a nonprofit with heart but need the right plan and funding to make it happen?
I’m Lawrence, a Business Plan Writer and Funding Strategist with over 15 years of experience helping entrepreneurs, small businesses, and nonprofits secure capital through clear, compelling, and data-backed funding documents.
I help you:
✅ Develop investor-ready business plans that command attention and credibility
✅ Build complete financial models that prove your business is profitable and fundable
✅ Write winning grant proposals that get approved — not ignored
✅ Design persuasive pitch decks that capture investor interest
✅ Identify the right funding opportunities so you can focus on what matters most — growth
If you need a professional who understands how to turn your vision into a fundable, investor-attracting strategy, I’m your partner.
💡 What I Deliver
I combine business insight, financial strategy, and storytelling to create materials that turn your vision into a fundable strategy not just documents, but growth tools that impress investors, lenders, and grant reviewers alike.
My Services Include:
📘 Business Plans (SBA, investor, and internal use)
📊 Financial Models (forecasts, cash flow, balance sheet, P&L)
📑 Grant Proposals (nonprofit and social impact)
📈 Market Research & Feasibility Studies
🎯 Pitch Decks & Investor Briefs
💼 Why Clients Choose Me
Having worked as an SBA advisor, business consultant, and grant reviewer, I know exactly what decision-makers look for. I write with strategy, precision, and a clear understanding of how funders think.
Clients describe my approach as professional, insightful, and results-driven. I don’t use templates, every project is custom-built to position you as a strong investment opportunity.
🚀 Proven Results
✨ Secured $500K+ in grants for nonprofits and social enterprises
✨ Helped startups raise over $250K in angel and seed funding
✨ Optimized business plans that attracted immediate investor interest
✨ Supported clients in winning SBA loans, VC rounds, and private funding
📊 Financial Plan Snapshot
Every financial model I build includes:
Start-up Costs
Revenue Forecasts
Profit & Loss Statements
Balance Sheet
Cash Flow Projections
Break-even Analysis
Visual Graphs & Charts for Presentation
🌟 What Clients Say
“Lawrence did an excellent job making my business plan investor-ready. He was detailed, professional, and delivered what I needed. Well recommended!”
— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Investor Presentation Client
“He helped refine my plan to meet investor needs, and I received a quick positive response from the investor thanks to his revisions.”
— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Business Plan Review Client
🎯 Let’s Build Something Fundable
If you’re ready to secure funding, attract investors, or strengthen your business strategy, let’s collaborate.
I’ll help you go beyond just a business plan and build a winning roadmap for growth, funding, and long-term success.
📩 Click “Invite to Job” and let’s discuss how I can help you turn your vision into a thriving, fundable business.
🔑 Top Skills
Business Plan Writing | Financial Modeling | Grant Writing | Business Analysis | Market Research | Pitch Deck Development | SBA Loan Preparation | Investor Presentations | Business Proposal Writing | Grant Application | Business Strategy | RFP Writing
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Nathan C.
Buffalo, New York
$25/hr
5.0
14 jobs
Nathan R. Corrigan has been a full-time freelance writer for more than 15 years, with work that spans outdoor and adventure travel, local SEO and in-depth product reviews and buyers' guides.
With past clients that include the National Park Foundation, JetBlue and Choice Hotels, Nathan is a detail-oriented content writer who specializes in travel writing and destination guides that balance storytelling with information, strategy and promotion.
A U.S.-based freelancer with a bachelor's degree in English, Nathan Corrigan offers 100% human-written content and a keen eye for detail. He brings in-depth research skills and an ability to meet tight deadlines and balance multiple projects. Nathan's writing experience and expertise includes:
Travel guides and itineraries for the tourism and hospitality industry
Buyers' guides and reviews of outdoor gear, kitchen gadgets, knives, tools and watches
City and neighborhood guides for real estate companies
Men's fashion and lifestyle articles
Outdoor writing about fishing, hiking, camping, survival and EDC
Copywriting
Ghostwriting
Travel Writing
Blog Writing
Writing
Travel & Hospitality
SEO Writing
Blog Content
Article Writing
Content Writing
Product Review
Online Writing
SEO Content
Tiffany R.
New York, New York
$55/hr
4.8
40 jobs
I help founders and business owners turn ideas and growth opportunities into credible, actionable business plans. I research the opportunity, pressure-test the business case, and build the practical strategy and operating plan behind it.
Whether you need a business plan for SBA or bank financing, an investor-ready plan, a review of an existing business plan, or help determining whether a new business opportunity makes sense, I bring rigorous research together with real-world strategy and operations experience.
I write lender-ready SBA business plans designed to make the business, market opportunity, operating model, growth strategy, and financial case easy for a lender to understand. I have developed business plans for small-business owners seeking financing and understand that a strong SBA plan needs to do more than look polished. It needs to present a credible, well-researched case for how the business will operate, generate revenue, manage risk, and support repayment.
I am also a multiple small-business owner myself. That gives me a practical perspective on the decisions behind the plan, including pricing, operations, customer acquisition, expenses, systems, staffing, and growth. I understand the difference between something that sounds good on paper and something that has to work once the business is operating.
My work goes beyond filling in a business-plan template. I look at whether the assumptions make sense, where the risks and opportunities are, how the business will actually operate, and what a lender, investor, partner, or leadership team will need to understand to make a decision.
I can help with:
• SBA Business Plans
• Business Plans
• Business Plan Reviews & Lender Readiness
• Market Research & Competitive Analysis
• Business Cases & Feasibility Analysis
• Investor and Lender Materials
• Business Launch Strategy
• Growth Strategy
• Service & Business Model Development
• Operations & Process Improvement
• SOPs and Workflow Design
• Executive Decision Support
My background spans 15 years across strategy, operations, research, and executive advisory work. I have supported senior leaders in complex organizations, built operational processes and SOPs from the ground up, conducted analysis that informed major investment decisions, helped organizations identify growth opportunities, and built and scaled businesses myself.
Through my consulting work, I have advised organizational leaders on expansion, user acquisition, operations, and strategic communications. I have also built the workflows, roles, SOPs, and operating cadence for a technology startup preparing for launch.
Previously, I managed the Chief of Staff office for a 300+ person United Nations organization spanning eight departments, where I designed mission-wide workflows and SOPs, coordinated senior leadership priorities, and created systems to keep complex work moving. My analytical background also includes regulatory, market, policy, and risk research used to support high-stakes strategic decisions.
I am particularly useful when the question is bigger than simply, “Can you write this document?”
If you are trying to determine whether an opportunity makes sense, how to structure the business behind it, what assumptions need to be tested, or how to turn a strategy into something practical and executable, I can help with that too.
My goal is to give you something you can actually use: a clear business case, sound research, a practical plan, and a stronger foundation for the decision or next step in front of you.
Business Plan
Loan Approval
Business Proposal Writing
Business Proposal
Financial Projection
Financial Modeling
Financial Model
Market Research
Competitor Research
Competitive Analysis
Industry & Competitor Analysis
Industry Research
Business Consulting
Business Analysis
Grant Writing
Content Writing
Pitch Deck
Policy Analysis
Policy Development
Loan Processing
Michael S.
New York City, New York
$35/hr
4.9
4,007 jobs
From Overlooked to Interviewed : 1,530+ 5-Star Reviews : Top 1% Resume Writer on Upwork
Most Recent Client Feedbacks
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Do you want an instant and more interview opportunities! it starts by showcasing your unique value—I make sure your resume is clearly seen by employers and ATS systems, so you stand out and get responses, even in a competitive market. I am Michael Steve, a USA-based Triple Certified Resume Writer and Corporate Recruiter with 1,530+ 5-Star Reviews, showcasing 17+ years of experience writing resumes for professionals —from entry-level graduates to senior executives and helping clients land interviews at Fortune 500 and FAANG companies—along with entrepreneurs and public sector leaders. I write amazing resumes which have gotten THOUSANDS of people hired. My services on other sites would cost well over $200. I can't wait to help you land your dream job!
This is an ATS-based service, including:
1. Full upgrade of your resume/cv with achievement-based jobs content, grammar, flow, syntax and keyword optimization for ATS.
2. Powerful pro bio-intro to immediately grab attention on your resume/cv.
3. Complete resume/cv re-formatting to a clean, professional design praised by industry executives and HR managers.
4. Dynamic cover letter created from scratch, tailored to you and easily editable for any job you apply to in the future.
5. Eye-catching LinkedIn content primed for the 'full read', ensuring you get noticed and leave an impression.
Why Professionals Work With Me
✅ Recognized as Top-Rated Plus and Expert-Vetted with 1,530+ five-star client reviews
✅ Strong track record of helping 10,000+ professionals secure interviews at highly competitive organizations
✅ Hands-on experience as a hiring manager across both corporate and agency environments
✅ Deep understanding of ATS systems, modern recruitment practices, and AI-driven hiring tools
In today’s highly competitive job market, navigating the hiring process requires more than just a well-written resume—it demands strategic positioning.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions at all. Communication is key to a great final product!
Specialty Areas:
Resume Writing | Cover Letter Writing | Executive Resume Writing | Entrepreneur (Founder) to Corporate Transition | LinkedIn Profile Development | Resume Development | Entry-Level Resumes | Curriculum Vitae | Executive Bios | Academic CVs | Content Writing | Resume Reviews | Board Resumes | CPRW | Career Shift | Career Change Resumes | Resume Design | Resume Formatting | Interview Preparation | ATS Compliance | CEO Resume | COO Resume | CFO Resume
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Resume Development
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Applicant Tracking Systems
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Resume Screening
Proofreading
LinkedIn Profile Optimization
Michael K.
Garden City, New York
$150/hr
5.0
32 jobs
With more than 30 years of experience in the financial markets as a buy-side trader, analyst, portfolio manager, and financial writer, I provide institutional-quality market analysis and content for brokers, investment firms, financial publishers, fintech companies, and financial media.
I’ve been a member of the Upwork community for many years. As my business has grown, I’ve become more selective about the projects I accept, focusing on engagements where I can deliver the greatest value and build long-term professional relationships.
My expertise includes macroeconomics, equity markets, options, volatility, technical analysis, foreign exchange, interest rates, and market structure. I specialize in producing market commentary, research reports, educational content, thought leadership, and institutional-grade analysis that makes complex topics accessible without sacrificing accuracy.
Clients value my responsiveness, clear communication, and high level of service. Financial markets don’t wait, and neither do I. When deadlines are tight, I can provide quick turnaround times while maintaining the quality and accuracy that professional clients expect.
If you’re looking for someone who understands financial markets from the inside—not just someone who writes about them—I would welcome the opportunity to discuss your project.
Financial Writing
Financial Analysis
Economics
Content Writing
Newsletter Writing
Blog Writing
Market Analysis
Investment Research
Equity Research
Technical Analysis
Luke D.
Ballston Spa, New York
$85/hr
4.9
59 jobs
Your resume is more than a sheet of paper. It’s the bridge between where you are and where you want to go.
If you’re a VP, Director, or C-suite leader, your resume should not just list job titles and responsibilities. It should tell the story of your leadership, impact, and ability to drive business success.
I don’t write resumes. I craft executive narratives that reflect your expertise and leadership. With 20+ years in leadership, hiring, and business operations, I understand what decision-makers look for. Having worked as a recruiter and as a writer for an executive career management firm, I help leaders articulate not just what they have done, but how they have led, influenced, and transformed organizations.
🔹 My Approach
✅ Executive Storytelling – I translate career history into a compelling leadership narrative that captures the attention of boards, recruiters, and hiring managers.
✅ Business-Driven Positioning – Your resume is not just about your career. It is about the value and impact you create for the businesses you lead.
✅ Personalized, Strategic, and High-Level – Every resume is built with depth, precision, and a clear understanding of how executives secure high-stakes roles.
🔹 Who I Work With
✅ C-suite Executives | VPs | Directors
✅ Leaders in Finance, Business, HR, Operations, and the Hospitality Industry
✅ Professionals transitioning into executive roles
Your career deserves more than a list of job titles. It deserves a story that positions you as the leader you are. Let’s work together to create a resume that reflects your expertise and secures your next opportunity.
Career Coaching
Candidate Management
Candidate Interviewing
Resume Development
Resume Screening
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Resume
Training & Development
Resume Writing
Curriculum Development
Leadership Development
Hospitality & Tourism
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