It’s me - The Biz Doc - an expert on business growth, startups, leadership, strategy, and fundraising. Ask me and I promise that I will leave you better than I found you! Specific Areas: - 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

As a seasoned strategist in social dynamics and professional growth, I specialize in empowering individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential. With a background in both healthcare and business, I offer a unique perspective that blends the intricacies of human health with the strategies of successful networking. My approach goes beyond traditional consultancy. I act as a catalyst for transformation, providing tailored guidance to help you elevate your connections and achieve your goals. Whether you're seeking to raise funds, expand your talent pool, drive revenue through social techniques, or make strategic acquisitions, I offer personalized strategies that ensure your success. Through targeted mentorship, I help individuals develop the mindset, communication skills, and confidence needed to excel in public speaking and strategic networking. By leveraging the latest technologies and resources, I ensure that your efforts are both efficient and effective, maximizing your impact in the digital age. Embark on this journey of growth and discovery, where every interaction is a gateway to thriving and leaving a lasting impact, guided by strategies few possess expertise in.

Michael is a 3-time founder and currently the CEO of Entre. He’s been an entrepreneur, investor and speaker for over 7 years. He has grown Entre to $15M valuation, 150k+ app users, hosted 300+ events, raised $2M+ in funding and has a team of 20 from all over the world. Michael has raised money from some of the top venture capitalists, angel investors, and accelerators in the US and has partnered with companies like Microsoft, AWS, Meta, etc.. to host events and content. He started his career as a civil engineer and real estate investor, then got into entrepreneurship by connecting and helping other entrepreneurs. He started hosting events for entrepreneurs and partnered with all the major co-working spaces throughout the country. As the community grew, he then created Entre in 2019 to scale and start building out the technology and app. Over the last several years, Entre has evolved into a broader professional network for the next generation. Happy to answer any questions or talk about business, startups, tech, VC, etc…

Minnect me, and let's turn an old strip club into a headquarters to fight human trafficking! All Minnect money goes to Helping Captives. Are you the type of investor who asks, “How will funding your organization improve the overall situation?” or “Is this the right amount of money for your organization to bring about real change?” If that's the case, I am looking for you. In 2006, I was an addict, a party boy, couldn't commit to any job or relationship for more than two months, and was a high school dropout. In 2007, I encountered God through a dream and have been speaking and planting ministries and charities ever since. I am the Founder and CEO of Helping Captives (an anti-trafficking organization in the Pacific Northwest) and Bikers Helping Captives (a motorcycle ministry). I am a Christian, Husband, Father, Community Leader, and Public Speaker with over 15 years of Non-Profit and Ministry Executive leadership experience. Over the last 15 years, I have been blessed to lead teams that have led thousands of people into a relationship with Jesus Christ, helped over 200 sex trafficking survivors, raised millions of dollars to implement ministry ideas, opened successful enterprises that include a thrift store, coffee company, and successful events. God has also allowed me to plant organizations that have overseen hundreds of outreaches to the streets, provided millions of dollars of food to hungry kids and families, helped launch a youth center, opened transitional housing for young adults, and remodeled a schoolhouse to house trafficked victims. Today, I am working on turning a local closed-down strip club into a facility for emergency and stabilization care for sex trafficked victims. My biggest desire is to help people figure out their calling to impact our culture for Christ. If you need advice on how to grow in your faith, get out of addiction, be a better dad or husband, how to implement your ministry idea, or need encouragement. Hit me up; I would love to help. To learn more about what we are doing, go to www.helpingcaptives.org

Krishan Arora is Founder & CEO of The Arora Project, a fundraising & marketing agency that has invested over $125,000,000 for high-growth businesses around the world. The Arora Project specializes in raising capital for businesses with the power of a data-driven growth marketing agency, enabling businesses to not only secure capital but also grow successfully in the aftermath of their fundraising efforts. This strategic blend of fundraising and marketing expertise paved the way for The Arora Project's 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. To date, the campaigns Krishan and his team led have reached hundreds of millions of people worldwide and generated hundred’s 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 playing padel is where you can find Krishan.

Parsa Riahi: Cofounder and CTO of DYNE (AI for Restaurants), is a trailblazing tech entrepreneur and a recognized machine learning researcher in Canada. A graduate of The University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering, he has made significant strides in the food service industry by leveraging his expertise in Neural Architecture Search, Transfer Learning, NLP, and Reinforcement Learning to develop DYNE's cutting-edge ML engine. Under his leadership, DYNE has emerged as the industry leader for AI in the food service sector, achieving remarkable growth and establishing strategic partnerships with tech behemoths. Parsa's commitment to community and mentorship is evident in his contributions to combating food insecurity and inspiring the next generation of tech leaders. His journey is marked by a unique blend of entrepreneurial spirit, technical prowess, and a deep-seated desire to make a positive impact on the world.

William is the CEO and Founder of $1B (AUM) private equity firm Milestone Partners. William is an expert in business, ethics, and behavioral neuroscience. Unlike many celebrity “experts” William has a rigorous academic and professional grounding, having researched and worked at world leading institutions. 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 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). At Cambridge (PhD, Land Economy) he researches behavioral finance, specifically arbitrage in real estate private equity investment structures. His research at the world renowned Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience at University College London (PhD Cognitive Neuroscience) focuses on gathering neuroimaging data on the difference between prescriptive moral judgments and social signaling. 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. — 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: Will you join my company or become a board member? A: Probably not, but maybe. I have accepted grants of equity through Minnect, but it has to make sense given your company, my skillset, and our mutual values. 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: What’s the best way to ask your advice? A: I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to provide me with as much specific detail as possible when you reach out.

DESIGN THE FUTURE YOU DESERVE! Former F-15 Fighter Pilot Founder and CEO, multiple companies and exits. 11x Inc 500/5000 Winner (Inc Hall of fame) Voted Forbes ‘Small Giant’ Current Private Equity Firm CEO and investor Board Member Globally renowned speaker and author Former SEC Baseball Player Dad, outdoorsman, and outspoken veteran advocate What I would love to help you with…   Designing the future, the future you and your family want and desperately deserve. Ever said this to yourself...? If he or she can do it, then why can’t I? I went from farm boy to fighter pilot in 16 months based on these concepts, and created an entire industry that has trained millions and created billions of dollars in revenue for my clients. I will help you design your new future and guide you into your next chapter. You can’t predict the future, but we can design the one you want!   Building a ‘can’t fail’ Ethos in you and your team. Fighter Pilots live and die based on our ability to execute and learn faster than our enemies, all while flying a thousand miles per hour. Is this concept holding you and your dream team back? I will show you how to survive, thrive and dominate regardless of your challenge! Coach Tom Coughlin asked me to train the NY Giants in these techniques to an epic turn around season to win the Super Bowl.   Creating Execution Rhythm. What is this? You and your team’s ability to execute not just at the same rate of change in the market but ahead of these changes. How to be a market leader verses a follower. These methods will drive added margin and EBITDA every time. Using a scalable heuristic to pull verses push your team into the future creates an inspiring environment one that Michael Dell, Intel’s CEO Pat Gelsinger, and Target’s CEO Brian Cornell have all experienced with me. Let’s work together on your Execution Rhythm.   Truth over Artificial Harmony the #1 pitfall of most leaders today. To scale and to be agile, leaders need a psychologically safe environment to introspect the wins and most importantly losses we incur daily in life and business. If you cannot get to the truth from your team or they cannot get the same from you as a leader, you will fail and fail fast. I will teach you the secret weapon 99% of businesses overlook and have no clue on how use. Debriefing in open verses closed ranks will put up wins fast. We will uncover not only the cause of an error or success but most importantly the root causes keeping you from improving. Using this tool, you and your team will execute the next mission at least 60%+ better after each session. 60+%? What would this do to your team? To your life?   I can help you with Start Up’s, understanding Private Equity and Funds, creating and protecting Intellectual Property, Professional Speaking, building a Consulting Practice, building High Performance Teams, Military Aviation Tactics, Hunting, Fishing, raising young men

20+ years of logistics experience, growing a Chicago brokerage to a multi-million dollar company. I now help small/medium business owners and truck owner-operators scale their businesses with financial services, risk mitigation, and strategic planning. Send your questions my way and let’s get to work, because I deliver!

Matan has over 15 years of experience in venture capital and entrepreneurship. His passion for building businesses is fueled by working in the family business from a young age, fostering a hands-on understanding of the challenges and rewards of building something from the ground up. Prior to co-founding Enigma Ventures, Matan was the Managing Director of Verstra Ventures, a VC arm of Constellation Software (TSX: CSU), an +$80 billion software conglomerate. In that role, Matan was the driving force behind the VC investing initiative and worked with the hundreds of Constellation business in fostering innovation in conjunction with the early-stage companies he invested in through the Verstra Ventures fund. Prior to Verstra Ventures, Matan spent 7 years building startups as an entrepreneur, advisor, and investor. He was a key player in over 40 investments in various stages and industries globally, including North America, the UK, LATAM and Israel. He leverages his experience and education in consulting, finance, and his own entrepreneurial endeavors to source and analyze investment opportunities, structure deals, and provide ongoing support to Enigma's portfolio companies. Matan graduated from the Schulich School of Business with an International BBA.