You will get a 1-hour consultation on your startup idea
Project details
Do you have an idea for a product or service but don't know how to get started? Are you struggling with accomplishing the technical side of your idea without having any technical expertise? Have you ever wondered how to grow an audience or potential user base without first building your product or service? Does your idea require money but you don't know how to obtain funding? These are but a few of the most common momentum killing hurdles that most never overcome when trying to bring their ideas to life.
Not only will I help you overcome these hurdles, I can accelerate your progress and save you months of effort and wasted costs. With over a decade of experience as a startup founder, operator and angel investor I understand the obstacles and pitfalls that derail even the best ideas.
During our 1-hour consultation we will discuss your idea with the goal of understanding your specific challenges and concerns. We will begin to address your concerns and provide direction on how to resolve them and accelerate your progress. Following the call I will send a summary email with my recommendations as well as links and attachments to any resources we discussed during the call.
Not only will I help you overcome these hurdles, I can accelerate your progress and save you months of effort and wasted costs. With over a decade of experience as a startup founder, operator and angel investor I understand the obstacles and pitfalls that derail even the best ideas.
During our 1-hour consultation we will discuss your idea with the goal of understanding your specific challenges and concerns. We will begin to address your concerns and provide direction on how to resolve them and accelerate your progress. Following the call I will send a summary email with my recommendations as well as links and attachments to any resources we discussed during the call.
Language
EnglishBusiness Type
StartupPlan Purpose
Investors Roadshow, Partnerships/Joint Ventures, Personal UseWhat's included $100
These options are included with the project scope.
$100
- Delivery Time 1 day
- Executive Summary
- Review & Critique
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Abby M.
Jan 10, 2023
This was my first experience working with a freelancer on Upwork. Les made this an incredible experience. I came to him with only an idea and Les really helped me bring it to life.
Les really takes the time to work through your idea and take it to the next level. He was prompt in all communication and deliverables.
I can’t recommend Les enough.
Les really takes the time to work through your idea and take it to the next level. He was prompt in all communication and deliverables.
I can’t recommend Les enough.
SM
Sourav M.
Jun 29, 2021
Fantastic Person. The person to consult for all your ideas. Lovely Experience
SM
Sourav M.
Jun 25, 2021
Learning on the go
SM
Sourav M.
Jun 23, 2021
Fantastic Experience
AM
Abby M.
Jan 10, 2023
You will get a 1-hour consultation on your startup idea
This was my first experience working with a freelancer on Upwork. Les made this an incredible experience. I came to him with only an idea and Les really helped me bring it to life.
Les really takes the time to work through your idea and take it to the next level. He was prompt in all communication and deliverables.
I can’t recommend Les enough.
Les really takes the time to work through your idea and take it to the next level. He was prompt in all communication and deliverables.
I can’t recommend Les enough.
SM
Sourav M.
Sep 14, 2021
Community Building for Linguistic Minorities
Great Guy. Lots to learn from him. I got a little busy with other stuff and hence couldn't collaborate as well as I would have liked. Wish him lots of success.
SM
Sourav M.
Jun 29, 2021
You will get a 30 minute consultation on your startup idea
Fantastic Person. The person to consult for all your ideas. Lovely Experience
SM
Sourav M.
Jun 25, 2021
You will get a 30 minute consultation on your startup idea
Learning on the go
SM
Sourav M.
Jun 23, 2021
You will get a 30 minute consultation on your startup idea
Fantastic Experience
About Les
Fractional CFO | Fundraising, FP&A, AI Finance
Dublin, United States - 10:20 am local time
I work closely with founders and leadership teams to turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insights that support growth and profitability.
As a Fractional CFO, I support companies with:
• Financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
• Cash flow management and capital allocation
• Financial modeling for growth, fundraising, and strategic planning
• Fundraising support, including investor materials and financial narrative
• M&A support, acquisition analysis, and due diligence
• KPI development, dashboards, and performance tracking
• Board and leadership reporting
I also incorporate AI into finance and operations workflows, with a focus on practical implementation. This includes building and orchestrating AI agents to automate reporting, improve forecasting, streamline analysis, and reduce manual work across finance functions. The goal is not just better tools, but faster and more scalable decision-making.
In addition to my finance background, I bring hands-on operating experience as a co-founder of a venture-backed startup in the video game and consumer product space (LAMO). I served as CFO and COO and stepped in as interim CEO during a critical phase of the business. That experience allows me to provide execution-focused guidance across finance, operations, and strategy.
Earlier in my career, I worked in institutional asset management, advising large clients and managing capital across multiple strategies. That experience shaped a disciplined and risk-aware approach, which I now apply to helping businesses make sound operating and financial decisions.
I combine an investor mindset with operator experience and modern tools, helping companies not just understand their numbers, but use them to build stronger businesses.
Steps for completing your project
After purchasing the project, send requirements so Les can start the project.
Delivery time starts when Les receives requirements from you.
Les works on your project following the steps below.
Revisions may occur after the delivery date.
60 min consultation
We will meet via the video or audio platform of your choice to discuss your idea.
Post discussion follow-up
I will provide a summary of our conversation in writing including links or attachments to all resources discussed during the consultation.