No BS targeted clarity & accountability for fired-up founders

Feeling stuck with fundraising, growing the team, and the struggles of being a founder? I can guide you to rise above the noise and be the CEO & Leader you were meant to become.

Interested? Let’s talk
You’re in good company:
The cold, hard truth is this:

70% of startups fail and miss the mark*

Let's be real, a successful startup is a hard target. Roadblocks, disappointments, perilous pivots, and tough decisions are expected along the way.

As a founder you’re expected to:
  • Solve fundraising problems at the speed of startup
  • Work on business development & PMF
  • Manage your startup team & be a leader
With so much to do, how do you decide which one to prioritize and focus on?
YOU DON’T HAVE TO GO ALONE

What if you can rely on someone to help you zero in on your goals and target your future with precision?

Imagine having a guide to help you become a better, smarter founder and leader so you can save months of trial-and-error and not living up to your potential. How different could your path be if you ask for help?

Interested? Let’s talk
I’m not for everyone. But if these resonate with you, then let’s talk:
You’re fired up and tenacious about growing your startup and are willing to do the deep work needed to get results.
You want to be a smarter CEO, using executive intelligence to overcome daily challenges.
You’re not afraid to face the root cause of your company’s problems and you’re willing to endure the pain to make real change.
You want to stay ahead of the curve and want the best support possible so you have better chances to succeed.
“Dale’s magic lies in his ability to integrate Founders + CEOs + Leaders strategic vision with operational planning and real-time situational needs.”
Clay Doherty, Founder

Are you up for the challenge of becoming the leader you were meant to be?

I know that starting a startup can be tough, and that's where I come in. I’m here to shake things up and help you navigate the often-bumpy road to success.
‍I can help you if:

You’d rather do what works than trying to hack things on your own
You want to future-proof your product from the changes coming in the industry
You want your instincts confirmed or corrected before taking action.
You crave a defendable positioning and efficient product development
"Dale went the extra mile for us and enabled us to forge partnerships in the market & investor space. "
JOHN DOE, CEO XIGGIT

The Startup Whisperer :
‍I help you become the leader your startup needs to thrive

All change starts with you. I’ll hold the mirror up and show you how to change yourself so you can help change the world around you.

Connect strategy to operational dots with day-to-day tactics

Ensure that resources are being used efficiently, and that progress is being made toward achieving your business objectives.

Optimize your energy & time to do high impact work

Eliminate distractions and focus on the most important and impactful tasks that drive your business forward.

Be courageous, prepared, and ready to fundraise

We'll ensure your story, pitch, materials, and data room are connected together so you can win the hearts and minds of investors and donors.
"Dale's coaching and guidance have been invaluable. His insights and strategies have helped streamline and polish our presentation and messaging which has been crucial to navigating the challenges of VC funding and launching a new start up."
Michael J. Ransom, Founder
Liz Burdock, President & CEO
“Despite the pandemic and evolving into an international organization, I wanted to grow to a $10M network within 5 years.

With Dale’s steady leadership and insightful team coaching, he helped scale us there within 1 year.”
Eleanor Bedford, Founder
“I invited Dale to join my company two years into start-up. He helped me transition from solopreneur to entrepreneur by maximizing my time, energy and bottomline.

His unique combination of coaching and implementation is rocket fuel for founders.”

Hi, I’m Dale 👋

I help startup founders like you “fail forward” into the role of being a CEO and a Leader.

As your guide, I’ll help you navigate the challenges and pivots of your startup journey with confidence that you’re on the right track.

I can help you:
  • Identify roadblocks and bottlenecks in your company
  • Navigate Startup Life with #Nobullshit accountability
  • Develop emotional intelligence + resiliency for strong leadership communication skills
  • Help you build a high performing team capturing the attention of investors, donors, and stakeholders
Interested to know more?
Book an intro call

Be a better, smarter founder to get the results you need faster

Ready to unlearn old habits that don't work and to re-learn emotional intelligence, management, and leadership?
Interested? Let’s talk