Dave Goodman

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About Dave Goodman

Dave is a useful genius, able to discern growth opportunities and innovative solutions to almost any business challenge. He is a Shark Tank Winner, Patent-Holding Inventor, Multi-Million Dollar International Business Builder, and much more. As an entrepreneur, Dave invented The Coco Jack, achieving millions in sales in 70+ countries. Dave also forged a strategic partnership with Malibu Rum and has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur Magazine, and Time Out New York (among many others). Dave's journey through various industries, including PPE sales and aviation exposed him to high-stakes, cut-throat business dealings. He faced scams, extortion, and threats, gaining invaluable street smarts along the way. Now focused on helping other businesses, Dave shares his real-world experience and insights. He's written books on fundraising and assisted numerous companies in planning capital raises and business strategy, receiving raving reviews around the world. Dave offers expertise in: 1. Growth & Financial Strategy 2. Marketing & Brand Strategy 3. Traditional and Alternative Fundraising 4. Mindset & Breakthrough Problem Solving 5. Narrative Creation & Storytelling His unique background allows him to act as a "cultural translator," bridging gaps between founders and investors, industry insiders and the mainstream, and companies and their customers. Dave maintains an outsider's perspective, helping him break through company myopia and forge new paths ahead. Known for his engaging teaching style and public speaking, Dave combines diverse experiences with a passion for helping others succeed. His approach as "An Asshole with a Heart of Gold" reflects his direct yet caring method of guiding businesses through their challenges. He is a gifted writer and communicator, and he seeks to create "emotionally logical" business narratives that encapsulate the essence of a business or product. This is his secret weapon in creating unforgettable brands and storylines that are both succinct and easily comprehensible to anybody. As a prodigy musician in his teens, he built The Wild Ginger Philharmonic, a renegade Symphony Orchestra, performing tours throughout the Northeast. Dave's journey from classical musician to successful entrepreneur and business coach demonstrates his resilience, creativity, and adaptability. Now based in Bali, Dave continues to teach, support businesses, and develop new projects. His diverse experiences make him an engaging consultant, offering a unique blend of artistic sensitivity and hard-earned business acumen.