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I help visionary founders turn potential into category-defining companies.
I believe amazing things happen when you help good ideas meet the right people. That's my sweet spot.
Vision
I turn what if into what's next by building systems that help founders succeed.
Strategy
Think of me as part strategist, part architect - designing the frameworks that connect startups with the resources they need to become category-defining companies.
Action
I build scalable systems that generate outsized returns. Currently leading accelerator programs in Los Angeles.
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Roles & Impact
Transforming systems, connecting people, and creating exponential value
*Global investment firm and accelerator
2023 - 2025*
Program Manager, Techstars
- Oversee 4 accelerator programs (Space, Los Angeles, Healthcare, and University of Southern California)
- Work closely with 72 startups, I help refine their business models, develop products, and prepare for fundraising — full portfolio here.
- Transform how we connect founders with mentors by creating an algorithm that has matched over 7,500 mentor-founder meetings.
- Develop local partnership processes that to date have generated $100k in ecosystem sponsorships and led program-wide partnerships with NASA JPL, US Space Force, J.P. Morgan, and USC.
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Building Founder Success Systems
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Strategic Partnerships & Growth
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Community & Network Activation
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Program Design & Execution
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*Startup investor pitch decks
2022 - 2025*
Agency Founder, Trulytell
- Founded pitch deck agency, Trulytell, helping pre-seed and seed-stage founders effectively tell their stories and secure funding.
- Developed The Trulytell Framework, a methodology combining top accelerator insights with battle-tested fundraising strategies.
- Collaborated with TechCrunch to create "The Perfect Pitch Deck," establishing industry standards for startup storytelling.
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- Trulytell Promotional Video (1m)
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Trulytell Framework for Founders
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Trulytell Services & Work
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