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HANDS ON ANGEL ADVISORY
RAISE CAPITAL
SMARTER
Practical fundraising guidance for early-stage founders from an active angel investor. Start with a focused intro call, then continue with ongoing advisory if it makes sense.
Limited number of founder calls available each week.
WHY FOUNDERS WORK WITH STEVE
69
Portfolio companies
6000+
Founder Conversations
$1.4 B
Capital Raised
Techstars
Mentor-in-Residence
Founders come for clarity on their raise, investor narrative, and next steps. Many continue into ongoing advisory after the initial session.
Fundraising gets harder when the strategy is unclear
WHAT FOUNDERS GET STUCK ON
Most founders do not need more generic advice. They need an experienced investor perspective on what is working, what is weak, and what to do next.
When should I raise and how much should I target?
Is my pitch strong enough for investor conversations?
How do I position the opportunity more clearly?
Which investors should I actually be talking to?
What should my next 30 days of fundraising look like?
STEP 1 - START HERE
Founder Intro Call
The best starting point for founders who want direct fundraising feedback before committing to ongoing support.
Capital strategy guidance
Fundraising feedback
Investor perspective on your positioning
Clear next-step recommendations
$199
ONE-TIME SESSION
/ 30 MIN
A focused, high-value working session for founders who want clarity before making bigger fundraising decisions.
Best starting point for most founders.
WHAT HAPPENS ON THE CALL
A simple, focused working session
Show founders exactly what they are buying so there is less hesitation and more action.
01
Understand your company and goals
Get aligned on your business, traction, fundraising timing, and what you are trying to accomplish.
02
Pressure test your strategy
Review your narrative, investor fit, round framing, and current fundraising approach.
03
Leave with next steps
Walk away with practical direction on what to improve, prioritize, and do next.
Add a short video from Steve here
A 30–60 second video explaining who this is for, what founders get, and why the Intro Call is the best first step.
TRUSTED BY FOUNDERS
Built for founders navigating real raises
Reinforce Steve’s experience, investor credibility, and the clarity founders gain from working with him.
Clarity before outreach
Help founders sharpen positioning, refine messaging, and avoid weak first impressions with investors.
Stronger fundraising narrative
Improve the story, round framing, and investor logic behind the raise.
Higher-confidence execution
Give founders better priorities, stronger targeting, and more disciplined follow-through.
“Steve has a super power for making the right connections at the right time. Whether it’s founder to founder or founder to investor. He is a network powerhouse.”
- Eric Satz | CEO (Alto IRA)
STARTER
Advisory
1 call per month
$150
/ month
One 30-Minute call each month
Capital strategy guidance
Founder Q&A
Honest fundraising feedback
20% discount on Funding Accelerator
Best for founders exploring fundraising or preparing for a first raise.
STEP 2 - CONTINUE ONGOING
Hands On Angel Advisement
For founders who want continued support after their initial call. This should feel like the natural next step, not the first decision.
BEST VALUE
Partnership
2 call per month
$249
/ month
Two 30-Minute call each month
Ongoing capital strategy support
Fundraising feedback & positioning
Help refining pitch & investor narrative
30% discount on Funding Accelerator
Best for founders actively preparing to raise capital.
HIGHEST SUPPORT
Weekly
1 call per week
$499
/ month
Weekly 30-minute calls
Consistent fundraising support
Tactical review and accountability
Deeper momentum during active raises
40% discount on Funding Accelerator
Best for founders who want more consistent support and execution guidance.
Capital Partner Engagement
Custom support for founders actively raising and looking for more hands-on involvement.
Fundraising strategy
Investor introductions when appropriate
Active involvement in the capital raise
Application Required
SELECTIVE ENGAGEMENT
Limited availability
Position this as the highest-touch option for founders already in motion who may be a fit for deeper support.
FOR A LIMITED NUMBER OF FOUNDERS
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Who is this best for?
Early-stage founders preparing to raise or actively raising capital who want direct, practical feedback.
Should I start with the Intro Call or advisement?
Most founders should start with the Intro Call first. It creates clarity before committing to ongoing support.
Do I need a pitch deck before booking?
No. A deck helps, but it is not required. The goal is to meet founders where they are and identify the next best move.
Are investor introductions guaranteed?
No. Introductions should be thoughtful, relationship-based, and fit-driven, not automatic.
READY TO GET CLARITY?
Start with the Founder Intro Call
A simple first step for founders who want direct fundraising guidance and a clearer plan forward.
Leave with clarity, a tactical raise plan, and specific next steps.
Direct feedback. No fluff. No guarantees.
Pitch + narrative clarity built around “why you, why now”
Round size, valuation, and raise structure guidance
Target investor strategy + messaging that gets responses
