Venture Capital
11 experts

Thomas Ellsworth
Hi - thanks for visiting me here on Minnect!!
It’s me - The Biz Doc - I am an expert on startups, leadership, strategy, fundraising, management, and operations. You may have seen me on the PBD Podcast or doing case studies on the Biz Doc Podcast on Valuetainment (YouTube / Spotify).
How I Can Help:
Ask me about business / startup topics or something else. Your success is my goal!
- I can help you get you from where you are today to where you want to be.
- As a seasoned operator that has founded, grown and sold multiple companies (and endured challenges and hardships along the way), odds are that I have been exactly where you are today - and have felt every bit of the stress, fatigue, exhilaration, defeat, and anxiety that you might be experiencing now.
- I can look you in the eye and say I understand because I DO understand because I have been there… and found a way to succeed.
Why schedule a 1:1 Video call with me?
1. You are a founder that is "way too busy" and feels trapped. Maybe your team is not "ready" or "under-powered" and you wish they could do more or have been hoping they would step-up. You want and need a staff plan that fixes this and enables the business to pick up speed while taking some burden off you.
2. You have a sensitive situation with a key member of your team and want to process a plan. You are cautious about talking to anybody internally (perhaps it’s not appropriate or it might leak and cause issues) but want to bounce some ideas and strategize with someone who understands your situation.
3. You have a general business issue that you want to process and test some ideas. Maybe it’s re-organizing your team or considering an acquisition or bringing on a partner. We can have these type of conversations in private, so it will not leak to your team or spook them.
4. You want to optimize your presentation deck and test your story as you engage in fundraising. I understand how venture capitalists, private investors, and private equity firms think. I can give you feedback and help optimize your story so that you’re ready to approach investors with confidence
5. You want to be prepared for an eventual sale that brings you the top price. How do you work with an investment banker to present your company and run the process? How do you structure your team today so you are ready for the sale in the future. What things will the buyers be looking for and how do they prioritize them? How do you put a value on the business in the first place? How do you sell the business and not end up handcuffed to the buyer as a perpetual consultant? I have successfully navigated this jungle, and can help you build a plan to succeed.
Something else? Ask me a quick text question and we can see if a 1:1 video call makes sense.
Let’s take you and your business higher.
I promise to leave you better than I found you!
Tom Ellsworth
- The Biz Doc
Hi - thanks for visiting me here on Minnect!!
It’s me - The Biz Doc - I am an expert on startups, leadership, strategy, fundraising, management, and operations. You may have seen me on the PBD Podcast or doing case studies on the Biz Doc Podcast on Valuetainment (YouTube / Spotify).
How I Can Help:
Ask me about business / startup topics or something else. Your success is my goal!
- I can help you get you from where you are today to where you want to be.
- As a seasoned operator that has founded, grown and sold multiple companies (and endured challenges and hardships along the way), odds are that I have been exactly where you are today - and have felt every bit of the stress, fatigue, exhilaration, defeat, and anxiety that you might be experiencing now.
- I can look you in the eye and say I understand because I DO understand because I have been there… and found a way to succeed.
Why schedule a 1:1 Video call with me?
1. You are a founder that is "way too busy" and feels trapped. Maybe your team is not "ready" or "under-powered" and you wish they could do more or have been hoping they would step-up. You want and need a staff plan that fixes this and enables the business to pick up speed while taking some burden off you.
2. You have a sensitive situation with a key member of your team and want to process a plan. You are cautious about talking to anybody internally (perhaps it’s not appropriate or it might leak and cause issues) but want to bounce some ideas and strategize with someone who understands your situation.
3. You have a general business issue that you want to process and test some ideas. Maybe it’s re-organizing your team or considering an acquisition or bringing on a partner. We can have these type of conversations in private, so it will not leak to your team or spook them.
4. You want to optimize your presentation deck and test your story as you engage in fundraising. I understand how venture capitalists, private investors, and private equity firms think. I can give you feedback and help optimize your story so that you’re ready to approach investors with confidence
5. You want to be prepared for an eventual sale that brings you the top price. How do you work with an investment banker to present your company and run the process? How do you structure your team today so you are ready for the sale in the future. What things will the buyers be looking for and how do they prioritize them? How do you put a value on the business in the first place? How do you sell the business and not end up handcuffed to the buyer as a perpetual consultant? I have successfully navigated this jungle, and can help you build a plan to succeed.
Something else? Ask me a quick text question and we can see if a 1:1 video call makes sense.
Let’s take you and your business higher.
I promise to leave you better than I found you!
Tom Ellsworth
- The Biz Doc

Krishan Arora
Krishan Arora is Founder & CEO of The Arora Project, a venture capital media agency that has raised & invested over $125,000,000+ for high-growth ventures around the world.
The Arora Project uniquely combines a specialized venture fundraising focus with the prowess of a data-driven growth marketing agency, enabling high-growth ventures to not only secure capital but also scale successfully in the aftermath of their fundraising efforts.
This strategic blend of expertise paved the way for The Arora Project's journey, culminating in its 8-figure acquisition by Republic.com (https://republic.com) in Q4 of 2021.
Krishan graduated from Harvard with a concentration in Economics and has since gained over a decade of experience in product launches, venture fundraising, and growth marketing. Krishan’s core expertise is in scaling up innovative ventures across industries by creating and converting global online communities.
To date, the campaigns Krishan and his team led have reached hundreds of millions of people worldwide and generated tens of millions of dollars in revenue via growth marketing. Krishan is also an avid writer for Forbes.com (https://www.forbes.com) writing on entrepreneurship, digital media and venture fundraising.
Outside of work: Eating Thai food, playing poker/chess, dueling it out on the ping pong tables, or in a boxing class is where you can find Krishan.
Krishan Arora is Founder & CEO of The Arora Project, a venture capital media agency that has raised & invested over $125,000,000+ for high-growth ventures around the world.
The Arora Project uniquely combines a specialized venture fundraising focus with the prowess of a data-driven growth marketing agency, enabling high-growth ventures to not only secure capital but also scale successfully in the aftermath of their fundraising efforts.
This strategic blend of expertise paved the way for The Arora Project's journey, culminating in its 8-figure acquisition by Republic.com (https://republic.com) in Q4 of 2021.
Krishan graduated from Harvard with a concentration in Economics and has since gained over a decade of experience in product launches, venture fundraising, and growth marketing. Krishan’s core expertise is in scaling up innovative ventures across industries by creating and converting global online communities.
To date, the campaigns Krishan and his team led have reached hundreds of millions of people worldwide and generated tens of millions of dollars in revenue via growth marketing. Krishan is also an avid writer for Forbes.com (https://www.forbes.com) writing on entrepreneurship, digital media and venture fundraising.
Outside of work: Eating Thai food, playing poker/chess, dueling it out on the ping pong tables, or in a boxing class is where you can find Krishan.

William Casey Wells
William is the CEO and Founder of $1B (AUM) private equity firm Milestone Partners.
A child of drug addicts and a survivor of abuse, molestation, and abandonment William Wells overcame his difficult start in life to attend Biola University on full grant & scholarship (BA, philosophy & theology). He later earned masters degrees from MIT (real estate development), USC (MBA), Johns Hopkins (biotech; regulatory science), King’s College London (neuroscience), and Edinburgh (philosophy).
His research at Cambridge (PhD, Land Economy) focuses on behavioral finance, specifically arbitrage in real estate private equity investment structures.
His doctoral work at Oxford (DPhil, philosophy) examined the neuroscience of morality. While at Oxford he played fullback, guard, and defensive end for the American Football team where he earned a blue among other team honors.
William is a sought after speaker, consultant, and lecturer with expertise in leadership, behavior, ethics, cognitive science, moral psychology, neuroscience, neuroeconomics, entrepreneurship, biotech, venture capital, real estate, banking, and finance.
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FAQ
Q: You seem to do a lot of things. I want your help, but where should I begin?
A: You’re right. I do a lot, and I couldn’t be more grateful. Unsurprisingly, people often solicit my help within my specific domains of expertise, such as real estate, finance, behavior, management, or career development.
Q: Why else do your clients reach out?
A: People also reach out when they need to consult with someone who has a unique interdisciplinary perspective to help identify problems or opportunities. It’s also not uncommon for people to contact me when they have an especially tough issue and need someone to provide creative out of the box solutions to unique challenges.
Q: Can you give me business or investment advice?
A: I don’t offer generic investment advice (e.g., buy apple stock), but I can collaborate with you to help you think through a wide variety of entrepreneurial or investment opportunities.
Q: Can you give me personal, relationship, academic, or career advice?
A: Yes! In fact it turns out this is the majority of what I do. I have been coaching people for over 20 years. My unique life experience and educational expertise makes me an ideal person to help others become the best version of themselves.
Q: Can you be my full time mentor?
A: That depends, but sadly, probably not. It’s an intensive process and I am very selective about who I make this level of commitment to.
William is the CEO and Founder of $1B (AUM) private equity firm Milestone Partners.
A child of drug addicts and a survivor of abuse, molestation, and abandonment William Wells overcame his difficult start in life to attend Biola University on full grant & scholarship (BA, philosophy & theology). He later earned masters degrees from MIT (real estate development), USC (MBA), Johns Hopkins (biotech; regulatory science), King’s College London (neuroscience), and Edinburgh (philosophy).
His research at Cambridge (PhD, Land Economy) focuses on behavioral finance, specifically arbitrage in real estate private equity investment structures.
His doctoral work at Oxford (DPhil, philosophy) examined the neuroscience of morality. While at Oxford he played fullback, guard, and defensive end for the American Football team where he earned a blue among other team honors.
William is a sought after speaker, consultant, and lecturer with expertise in leadership, behavior, ethics, cognitive science, moral psychology, neuroscience, neuroeconomics, entrepreneurship, biotech, venture capital, real estate, banking, and finance.
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FAQ
Q: You seem to do a lot of things. I want your help, but where should I begin?
A: You’re right. I do a lot, and I couldn’t be more grateful. Unsurprisingly, people often solicit my help within my specific domains of expertise, such as real estate, finance, behavior, management, or career development.
Q: Why else do your clients reach out?
A: People also reach out when they need to consult with someone who has a unique interdisciplinary perspective to help identify problems or opportunities. It’s also not uncommon for people to contact me when they have an especially tough issue and need someone to provide creative out of the box solutions to unique challenges.
Q: Can you give me business or investment advice?
A: I don’t offer generic investment advice (e.g., buy apple stock), but I can collaborate with you to help you think through a wide variety of entrepreneurial or investment opportunities.
Q: Can you give me personal, relationship, academic, or career advice?
A: Yes! In fact it turns out this is the majority of what I do. I have been coaching people for over 20 years. My unique life experience and educational expertise makes me an ideal person to help others become the best version of themselves.
Q: Can you be my full time mentor?
A: That depends, but sadly, probably not. It’s an intensive process and I am very selective about who I make this level of commitment to.

Daniel Sandoval
Meet Daniel Sandoval, a seasoned entrepreneur who embarked on his business journey at the young age of 14. With a trailblazing spirit, Daniel has evolved from launching small eBay ventures to steering million-dollar Shopify enterprises. His dynamic expertise extends across diverse sectors, including clothing and the tech industry.
A hands-on entrepreneur, Daniel is not one to shy away from the nitty-gritty of business operations. From personally handling customer support to orchestrating marketing strategies and managing shipping logistics, he's been the driving force behind his ventures. Daniel's commitment to mastering every facet of his businesses sets him apart in the entrepreneurial landscape.
Beyond the realm of commerce, Daniel strategically views his businesses as catalysts for real estate ventures. Recognizing the synergy between entrepreneurship and real estate investment, he has successfully navigated both realms to build a robust and interconnected portfolio.
Now, Daniel is gearing up for his next venture – joining Minnect. His wealth of experience and hands-on approach positions him to provide invaluable insights and support, helping you elevate your business to the next level. Get ready to unlock new heights with Daniel Sandoval as he brings his passion, knowledge, and entrepreneurial spirit to the Minnect community.
Meet Daniel Sandoval, a seasoned entrepreneur who embarked on his business journey at the young age of 14. With a trailblazing spirit, Daniel has evolved from launching small eBay ventures to steering million-dollar Shopify enterprises. His dynamic expertise extends across diverse sectors, including clothing and the tech industry.
A hands-on entrepreneur, Daniel is not one to shy away from the nitty-gritty of business operations. From personally handling customer support to orchestrating marketing strategies and managing shipping logistics, he's been the driving force behind his ventures. Daniel's commitment to mastering every facet of his businesses sets him apart in the entrepreneurial landscape.
Beyond the realm of commerce, Daniel strategically views his businesses as catalysts for real estate ventures. Recognizing the synergy between entrepreneurship and real estate investment, he has successfully navigated both realms to build a robust and interconnected portfolio.
Now, Daniel is gearing up for his next venture – joining Minnect. His wealth of experience and hands-on approach positions him to provide invaluable insights and support, helping you elevate your business to the next level. Get ready to unlock new heights with Daniel Sandoval as he brings his passion, knowledge, and entrepreneurial spirit to the Minnect community.

Ambassador Patel
Ambassador Patel is a 36-year-old troublemaker who believes in turning ideas into reality, who enjoys the finer details in life from networking, public speaking, coaching & mentoring individuals from disadvantaged social backgrounds. He is creative and inspiring, but can also be playful and humorous with his inner circle. He is a British Muslim who defines himself as straight. He is also a full time wheelchair user. Ambassador Patel’s best friend is senior management to a world class hotel group. They are inseparable. They enjoy a cosy night in on the sofa watching movies.
Ambassador Patel is the Co-Founder/CEO & PSC to The Royal Emirati Holdings Group. He has more than 14 years of experience and expertise behind him, from leading a team ranging of up to 55 under him at any one time throughout his career journey. From facing high level government obstacles and how to tackle them in a legal yet professional manner. Whilst juggling his health as he is confined to a wheelchair after sustaining major live changing injuries because of one of his careers.
Ambassador Patel has been featured in WSJ, CNN, Forbes, Bloomberg, Brainz Magazine, Huffington Post to name a few.
This profile is managed by his management team, though all form of contact with you after a successful booking will be from Ambassador Patel himself.
Ambassador Patel is a 36-year-old troublemaker who believes in turning ideas into reality, who enjoys the finer details in life from networking, public speaking, coaching & mentoring individuals from disadvantaged social backgrounds. He is creative and inspiring, but can also be playful and humorous with his inner circle. He is a British Muslim who defines himself as straight. He is also a full time wheelchair user. Ambassador Patel’s best friend is senior management to a world class hotel group. They are inseparable. They enjoy a cosy night in on the sofa watching movies.
Ambassador Patel is the Co-Founder/CEO & PSC to The Royal Emirati Holdings Group. He has more than 14 years of experience and expertise behind him, from leading a team ranging of up to 55 under him at any one time throughout his career journey. From facing high level government obstacles and how to tackle them in a legal yet professional manner. Whilst juggling his health as he is confined to a wheelchair after sustaining major live changing injuries because of one of his careers.
Ambassador Patel has been featured in WSJ, CNN, Forbes, Bloomberg, Brainz Magazine, Huffington Post to name a few.
This profile is managed by his management team, though all form of contact with you after a successful booking will be from Ambassador Patel himself.
Bill Murray
I have over 40 years of experience in helping entrepreneurs become more "fundable" and get funded. For the last 13 years at my website: www.Christianangelinvestors.com. 99% of entrepreneurs fail to find funding - period! Why? Because their presentation is not attractive to investors. I can fix this problem with proven results. Most people try to sell their product or services to investors, instead of their investment! Investors don't want to buy your widget but want to see if you can sell it to the general market and make MONEY! I've worked in the investment industry both in the USA and Europe. I was a Sponsor of Pepperdine University's Most Fundable Companies program, which last year attracted over 4000 companies. One of my clients made into the Top 50 and found funding. According to Forbes Magazine, there over 3 million new Startup companies in America and 99% are seeking funding! They are your competition. If you want your company to standout to investors, simply Minnect with me.
I have over 40 years of experience in helping entrepreneurs become more "fundable" and get funded. For the last 13 years at my website: www.Christianangelinvestors.com. 99% of entrepreneurs fail to find funding - period! Why? Because their presentation is not attractive to investors. I can fix this problem with proven results. Most people try to sell their product or services to investors, instead of their investment! Investors don't want to buy your widget but want to see if you can sell it to the general market and make MONEY! I've worked in the investment industry both in the USA and Europe. I was a Sponsor of Pepperdine University's Most Fundable Companies program, which last year attracted over 4000 companies. One of my clients made into the Top 50 and found funding. According to Forbes Magazine, there over 3 million new Startup companies in America and 99% are seeking funding! They are your competition. If you want your company to standout to investors, simply Minnect with me.

Alexander W van der Kemp
An Unmatched Expertise as an international business strategist and leadership, with a profound understanding of the complexities surrounding trade dynamics in the European Union, BRICS countries, BRI, SCO, and GCC states.
Prioritizing urgency teams in continuous learning and adaptation, encouraging teams to embrace innovation, and to stay ahead of market trends with eagerness, empathy and intellectual humiliation. This with visionary strategies to foster growth beyond short-term objectives, where the ultimate goal is to empower our teams to become leaders and contribute to economic growth and global development.
An Unmatched Expertise as an international business strategist and leadership, with a profound understanding of the complexities surrounding trade dynamics in the European Union, BRICS countries, BRI, SCO, and GCC states.
Prioritizing urgency teams in continuous learning and adaptation, encouraging teams to embrace innovation, and to stay ahead of market trends with eagerness, empathy and intellectual humiliation. This with visionary strategies to foster growth beyond short-term objectives, where the ultimate goal is to empower our teams to become leaders and contribute to economic growth and global development.
Jeremy Topps
I'm a business consultant helping others in their business as well as there personal lives with business funding options, merchant services accounts as well as credit repair for those looking to fix their personal credit for a new purchase or looking to further your business and need inaccuracies removed from your personal credit profile, so you can be approved for funding. I can help
I'm a business consultant helping others in their business as well as there personal lives with business funding options, merchant services accounts as well as credit repair for those looking to fix their personal credit for a new purchase or looking to further your business and need inaccuracies removed from your personal credit profile, so you can be approved for funding. I can help

Devon Nicoletti
Making finance great again. 💰🇺🇸
Consulting CFO making business owners lives better through excellent financial management.
>10 years experience working with small business owners doing $5-$150m in revenues implementing strategies & finance & accounting teams to make small business failure rates shrink.
Analysis:
Compliance & accuracy
Burn rate
Customer acquisition cost & retention
KPI implementation & tracking
Inventory
Expenses
Vendor
Automation
Software
Reporting
Benchmarking
Strategies:
Growth
Marketing
Profitability
Liquidity
Pricing
M&A
Exit
Customer acquisition & retention
Debt management
Tax
Data:
Descriptive analytics
Predictive analytics
Triple bottom line
Forecasting
Cash flow management
Making finance great again. 💰🇺🇸
Consulting CFO making business owners lives better through excellent financial management.
>10 years experience working with small business owners doing $5-$150m in revenues implementing strategies & finance & accounting teams to make small business failure rates shrink.
Analysis:
Compliance & accuracy
Burn rate
Customer acquisition cost & retention
KPI implementation & tracking
Inventory
Expenses
Vendor
Automation
Software
Reporting
Benchmarking
Strategies:
Growth
Marketing
Profitability
Liquidity
Pricing
M&A
Exit
Customer acquisition & retention
Debt management
Tax
Data:
Descriptive analytics
Predictive analytics
Triple bottom line
Forecasting
Cash flow management
Mayukh Chakraborty
Hello. I am originally from India, but for the last three years I have been living in France.
Before coming to France, I was working as a software developer in the telecom industry. Before that, I pursued engineering in the field of Electronics & Communication Engineering. In short, I am a nerd for Technology.
I came to France as an International student in one of the most known Business Schools here, EDHEC Business School in the city of Lille, some 250 kms North of Paris close to French Belgian borders.
Today, I am pursuing entrepreneurship building my own technology startup from scratch. My startup project is selected for incubation in La French Tech incubator and also got selected for a scholarship program.
Well that is about me. Now coming to the main point..
What do I offer as a Mentor on Minnect??
First things first, my expertise comes from my own experiences in this domain. I am a foreign entrepreneur working and surving in France. When I first came to France, I didn't know anything, Neither the language nor the culture. But over the years due to my own personal interest, I learnt the languages and culture and fell in love with it.
I want to rest in France and continue with my entrepreneurial venture.
So as an international Entrepreneur if you would like to start a Technology startup in France, you need to know what options you have and what are the Do's and Don'ts you need to follow. My expertise is in the following criteria where my advice and network might help you a lot.
1. I will advice you to have an interest in French language and culture and to learn them as quick as possible. I can give you some very crucial advices. Without French, you could survive in France, that's not a problem, but in order to thrive you need to at least put some effort.
2. Legal and Administrative Process for International Entrepreneurs in France. Whether you know or not, France is a beareaucratic nightmare. You need to know of the options that you have to get the legal rights to pursue business. A legal person will charge you a lot of money for the things that I am going to tell you. 😏. You may or may not have to spend some money later, but I guess some initial recommendations from an already established international entrepreneur might help you a lot.
3. My best and strong suit. Technology. I am a tech expert currently building my own hardware project. You might have known that Europe has a technology deficit. Well that is a very simple understatement. If you wish to build a technology, software or hardware project, I can support you in initial prototype development, sourcing materials, discrete electronics components, getting the programming language skills et cetera. Technology inspires me.
Most of my project is open sourced and I regularly write a blog updating my project. So you can know about my project through the link I shared.
So I hope to see you soon. Good luck.
Mayukh Chakraborty,
Founder, Product Developer,
Lil'Génie
Hello. I am originally from India, but for the last three years I have been living in France.
Before coming to France, I was working as a software developer in the telecom industry. Before that, I pursued engineering in the field of Electronics & Communication Engineering. In short, I am a nerd for Technology.
I came to France as an International student in one of the most known Business Schools here, EDHEC Business School in the city of Lille, some 250 kms North of Paris close to French Belgian borders.
Today, I am pursuing entrepreneurship building my own technology startup from scratch. My startup project is selected for incubation in La French Tech incubator and also got selected for a scholarship program.
Well that is about me. Now coming to the main point..
What do I offer as a Mentor on Minnect??
First things first, my expertise comes from my own experiences in this domain. I am a foreign entrepreneur working and surving in France. When I first came to France, I didn't know anything, Neither the language nor the culture. But over the years due to my own personal interest, I learnt the languages and culture and fell in love with it.
I want to rest in France and continue with my entrepreneurial venture.
So as an international Entrepreneur if you would like to start a Technology startup in France, you need to know what options you have and what are the Do's and Don'ts you need to follow. My expertise is in the following criteria where my advice and network might help you a lot.
1. I will advice you to have an interest in French language and culture and to learn them as quick as possible. I can give you some very crucial advices. Without French, you could survive in France, that's not a problem, but in order to thrive you need to at least put some effort.
2. Legal and Administrative Process for International Entrepreneurs in France. Whether you know or not, France is a beareaucratic nightmare. You need to know of the options that you have to get the legal rights to pursue business. A legal person will charge you a lot of money for the things that I am going to tell you. 😏. You may or may not have to spend some money later, but I guess some initial recommendations from an already established international entrepreneur might help you a lot.
3. My best and strong suit. Technology. I am a tech expert currently building my own hardware project. You might have known that Europe has a technology deficit. Well that is a very simple understatement. If you wish to build a technology, software or hardware project, I can support you in initial prototype development, sourcing materials, discrete electronics components, getting the programming language skills et cetera. Technology inspires me.
Most of my project is open sourced and I regularly write a blog updating my project. So you can know about my project through the link I shared.
So I hope to see you soon. Good luck.
Mayukh Chakraborty,
Founder, Product Developer,
Lil'Génie