David Frisbey

For 10+ years, I've guided companies from early-stage startups to growth-stage enterprises through the financial challenges that make or break businesses. At my current firm, I work directly with founders to ensure their financial foundation is as solid as their vision. What makes me different? ✅ I've seen both sides, from large scale enterprises to startup trenches. ✅ I've advised companies from pre-seed to Series B on fundraising and financial strategy. ✅ I understand the biggest mistake founders make: forgetting that cash is oxygen. ✅ I translate complex financial concepts into actionable insights founders can actually use. The harsh truth? Most startups don't fail because of bad ideas—they fail because they run out of money. I've watched brilliant founders make preventable mistakes: 🤔 Hiring too fast after raising capital? 🤔 Overestimating how quickly you'll reach market? 🤔 Not planning for a longer runway than expected? Through my work in professional services and consulting, I've helped dozens of companies avoid these pitfalls. I don't just show you spreadsheets—I help you understand how to deploy capital strategically, manage cash flow effectively, and tell the financial story that attracts the right investors. Why am I here? I believe every founder deserves access to financial expertise, not just those who can afford Big 4 consultants. I'm passionate about helping early-stage companies build sustainable financial practices from day one. Let's ensure your runway extends beyond your dreams—because great ideas deserve the chance to succeed.

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  Advice on funding

  From pre-seed to Series B, I've guided founders through every stage of fundraising. I'll help you understand what investors really look for in your financials—not just year 3 projections, but the story your numbers tell about years 4, 5, and beyond. Let's craft a narrative that attracts the right investors at the right valuation.

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  Building a team

  Hiring too fast is one of the quickest ways to burn through capital. I'll help you understand the true cost of each hire (it's more than just salary), when to hire vs. when to wait, and how to build a lean team that can scale efficiently. Smart hiring extends your runway.

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  Operations

  Financial operations are the backbone of any sustainable business. I'll help you build the processes and tools for effective financial planning and analysis (FP&A), from basic cash flow management to sophisticated forecasting models. Good operations let you focus on growth, not just survival.

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  Pricing strategy

  Your pricing model directly impacts your runway and growth trajectory. Having worked with companies across different business models, I'll help you think through unit economics, pricing tiers, and how to balance growth with sustainability. The right pricing strategy extends your runway while accelerating growth.

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  FinTech

  I started on Wall Street, now helping startups navigate financial complexity. Very deep expertise in fintech, financial planning, and capital markets.

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  SaaS

  Advised numerous tech startups on burn rate, runway management, and growth financing. Understand the unique financial dynamics of recurring revenue models.

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  Consumer Goods

  Advised early-stage consumer product companies on managing working capital, business model strategy, and building financial models to meet fundraising goals.

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  Artificial Intelligence

  I've worked with AI startups in healthcare and financial services to build financial models to support fundraising efforts and advised on effective use of capital.