I am an entrepreneur and investor in startup companies. I have had the privilege of serving on the management teams of 8 different venture capital backed companies and have mentored hundreds over the years. Currently working with a portfolio of 80+ startups as part of a virtual incubator program and enjoy traveling the world to speak, teach and coach startups on the art of fundraising, growth and exit positioning. I am a graduate of THE Ohio State University and served 4 years of active duty with the United States Marine Corps.
Интересуется: Велоспорт
Интересуется: Собаки
Интересуется: Экономическая справедливость
Свободно владеет: Английский
Почему я на Couchsurfing
I enjoy meeting new people when I travel and have had many great experiences on AirBnB, and I look forward to meeting new people via CouchSurfing.
Музыка, кино и книги
All types of music, especially coffee house jazz, Miles Davis, etc. I like most movies, particularly ones that make you think. I read alot of non-fiction books about entrepreneurship, psychology, philosophy and travel. My favorite non-fiction authors are John Gresham and Michael Lewis (Liar's Poker).
Одно удивительное, что я сделал
I've been racing sailboats since 1998. I served 4 years in the United States Marine Corps.
Учить, учиться, делиться
I teach courses and coach entrepreneurs on the art of fundraising, developing customer traction, scaling and positioning for exit.
Что я могу предложить хостам
26 years of startup experience, over $1 Billion in financial deals completed, across multiple industries.