SOME KIND WORDS FROM MY PARTNERS:
“Unparalleled Support during the 0 to 1 Phase: Working with Justin during our company's early growth has been nothing short of phenomenal. His passion for entrepreneurship, coupled with his wealth of experience, makes him an invaluable asset in any founder's journey. His unwavering support and strategic insights have significantly contributed to our progress.
A Builder and Operator with a Hands-On Approach: Justin is not your typical passive advisor. He is a true builder and operator who rolls up his sleeves to get things done. One of the key differentiators that sets him apart is his willingness to get deep into the trenches with founders, fully immersing himself in the challenges and opportunities they face. This hands-on involvement ensures that his advice on go-to-market strategies and team building is grounded in practicality and relevance. Justin's active engagement in helping founders close pivotal accounts and make critical strategic decisions has transformed our trajectory.
A Master Listener, Synthesizer, and Pattern Recognizer: Among Justin's many remarkable qualities, his ability to listen, synthesize information, and recognize patterns is truly indispensable. He possesses an uncanny knack for discerning underlying trends and opportunities amidst the noise, which has been a game-changer for us. When grappling with complex challenges or exploring new avenues, Justin's insights and ability to see the bigger picture have consistently shed light on the best course of action.”
— Jae (CEO, Twelve Labs)
“I reached out to Justin to help advise on an ideation/pre-gtm stage start up. Justin has a beautiful way of showing up, being empathetic and sharing much needed hard truths to shake me out of my founder blind spots. His advice came when I was deciding between multiple forks in the road, each of which had their uncertainty. At the end it was simple: What is your best opportunity? Why? What does dedicating 90% of your energy to it look like? By eliminating the noise in my decision making process and being transparent in my why's, I was able to focus on and successfully win a quarter million dollar deal. There's still a long, long road ahead of us and the market and VC waters continue to be choppy, but I would highly recommend working with Justin at any stage of growth. His insights just might make the difference between success and failure.”
— Patrick Waldo (CEO, UnicornForms)
“Justin has been invaluable resource for us with his real-life experience both as a successfully exited founder and as an instrumental leader within respected tech brands. He takes time to think through challenges and provides insightful counsel based on prior experience and his own wisdom. We have greatly appreciated the balance Justin brings to our board as an independent member who can see through decisions and strategies with a clear lens. He has matured our processes, pushed against flawed traditional practices, and guided us towards chasing the “majors” that a startup board should be focused on. On top of these, he kindly makes time for founders and is available sound board whenever needed.”
— Luke (CEO, Frayt)
“As an ex-founder himself, Justin's insights have been invaluable during my journey in building Happy Human. In moments of critical decision-making, Justin emerged as an incredible thought partner. He guided me through strategic pivots and provided invaluable advice during negotiations for an exit. His incredible ability to cut through noises and focus on the most important things accelerated our path to close on the exit. Justin's sharp commercial sense and empathetic leadership shine through, creating an environment where I felt comfortable sharing candid thoughts and feelings. He's not just an advisor/mentor, but a true ally, and I hope every company out there would have him and his team on their cap table.”
— Vinnie Ong (CEO, Happyhuman)
“Working with Justin as an has been an absolute game-changer for me as a first-time founder. His guidance and support have been invaluable, addressing my numerous questions and hesitations with a level of expertise and care that truly feels heaven-sent. Justin's introductions to key connections have opened doors I never thought possible, and his willingness to get hands-on and provide practical assistance goes above and beyond the typical mentorship. Beyond his professional capabilities, Justin's authenticity and genuine care for my success as a human being have left a lasting impression on me. I wholeheartedly recommend having Justin on any cap table; his impact is immeasurable and his character exemplary.”
— Shruti Gupta (CEO, Stealth Startup)
“Having Justin as a partner on these exciting and often difficult early stages of starting a company has been invaluable. Justin is an entrepreneur at his core and it shows in the genuine empathy and understanding he demonstrates in helping founders. He's literally the kind of person who will hop on a call on a moment's notice to talk through an issue because he recognizes how important time is for startups. Whenever we are running into a snag, Justin is practically always the first person we think of to get his guidance. Entrepreneurs are uniquely poised to understand and help other entrepreneurs. Time and time again Justin has shown why we uniquely trust him and are so fortunate to have him as an advisor.”
— Mihail (Storia, CEO)
“Working with Justin throughout the course of building Orchard Robotics has been invaluable. He first came aboard during our seed round, and he has provided not just capital, but unwavering support. He combines technical skill with hands-on experience with leading and creating top-notch solutions. He's always available, and Justin is truly a committed partner who always has our back.”
— Charlie Wu (Orchard Robotics, CEO)
“Navigating the turbulent waters of entrepreneurship, especially in Africa, can be an arduous endeavor. Justin's guidance and mentorship have been nothing short of transformative. His profound insights, gleaned from years of experience and a deep understanding of the African business landscape, have proven to be an invaluable compass, steering my startup through both calm seas and tempestuous storms.
I am delighted to pen down a testimonial that not only expresses my profound gratitude but also serves as a tribute to an exceptional individual who has been the unwavering pillar of support in my entrepreneurial odyssey.”
— Cole, CEO of Massaai
“Thank you again for everything - your sage wisdom and honest advice has truly been one of the key ingredients that has led this organization to this point. We would not be poised to work on so many critical issues in the months ahead - child hunger, paid family leave, clena water access, endangered species, protecting the DREAMers from deportation, etc - had it not been for your mentorship.”
— Liam, Executive Director, Humanity Forward
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