LEADERSHIP
Getting a company off the ground requires that the founding team perform a variety of tasks. The term “chief cook and bottle washer” is so true during the early stages.
Investors look to minimize risks when assessing a business. They look not only at markets and products but also at the ability of the people in a new organization. If they assess that the team is not capable of executing the plan they will not provide investment funds without demanding changes in control.
Whether it is the quantity of work or the breadth of the work, Entrepreneurs need someone to participate in asking the right questions and providing advice.
When appropriate, Vaughn McIntyre will take on a “C” position on the management team ( CEO, VP Business Development or VP Sales and Marketing etc) on a 3-6-9 month basis to augment the management team during investment, growth and/or development cycles of the business.
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