Startup Distillery

Most first-time founders start out spinning their wheels and feeling overwhelmed, when what they really want is an operating manual for turning their dream into reality. The good news? A playbook *does* exist. I'll help you cut through the confusion, eliminating years of guessing and pivoting. WHO I AM I provide 1:1 startup consulting to first-time entrepreneurs. Since graduating from the Wharton School and leaving the frenzy of Wall Street behind, I’ve spent 20+ years helping founders build businesses that fast-track profitability and (if it makes sense) get funded. WHO I HELP Founders at Stage Zero – the idea stage and just beyond. The “I’ve got a vision, but don’t know what to do next” stage. Why? Because every smart move (or expensive mistake) starts right here – at Stage Zero. I help you stack the odds in your favor, one strategic decision at a time. HOW I HELP I take a high-touch approach and only work 1:1 with my clients. No group programs, no plug-and-play templates. Just you, me and a hands-on, get-in-the-weeds process tailored to your business. So what exactly do I do? I help you stress-test your idea, refine your offerings, and figure out who wants to buy what you’re selling (and how you’ll deliver it). Along the way, I guide you through the functional and emotional skills every founder needs, from operations, pricing and financial modeling, to thinking like the CEO of your business (even if you're flying solo). RECEIPTS, RESULTS & ROI Over the past 20+ years, I’ve worked with founders across industries. A few highlights:* 99% of my clients who sought funding secured it * Helped whisky startup go from concept to England's largest producer with millions in funding * Multimillion-dollar exit for pet insurance tech platform acquired by global conglomerate * Profitable in under 1 year: A physical therapy clinic booked solid with a waitlist by month 18 If you're ready to skip the guesswork and build a world-class business, let's talk.