Rachel Fabian-Edelman

Startup & Networking Mastermind // Business Development // Leadership & Mentor // Women Empowerment

Miami, United States (-05:00 UTC) English, Hebrewfrom Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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$50 / hour
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Bio

I specialize in 3 main areas within the startup landscape: 1- Business Development 2-Idea validation 3- Fundraising I have a diversified career spanning the complete startup landscape. I’ve gained a comprehensive 360-degree perspective on the industry, using that as a big advantage when mentoring startups. Having over 13 years of experience working in one of Israel's most successful startups (Mobileye) which had the largest Israeli IPO in U.S. history. I also worked at a startup that failed, creating my own initiative, working in a large corporation and with a V.C. (Citi – which is one of the largest banks in the world). Additionally, I worked in a well-funded startup, which has given me an extremely unique perspective as to what makes a company successful. I have countless experiences in numerous regions of the high-tech ecosystem. I bring incredible innovation and solutions when mentoring entrepreneurs. Highly knowledgeable in Business Development, fundraising, networking, leadership, and community building. I have an eye for what works in order to bring success to a company. I look forward to helping you with your startup in our sessions.

Expertise

  • Advice on funding

    I have worked for Citi (Bank) Ventures and have met startups daily, I've seen it all. I will share with you the common mistakes startups have made and what to do and not do when approaching VCs.

  • Community building

    I can help you with your community strategy and best practices. I created and managed two global online communities with 3,000+ Citi (Bank) accelerator alumni and relevant industry experts, to produce and build connections and potential leads for the many members. I also successfully conceptualized, executed, and managed a comprehensive global platform catering to esteemed executive experts and entrepreneurs, boasting an impressive membership base of 500+ individuals.

  • Go to market strategy

    The GTM step is a very important step, especially at the beginning stages of a startup. I can help you with your strategy and share best practices I've seen and done with over 150 startups and 13 years of experience.

  • Idea validation

    Having over 15 years in the startup ecosystem with a diversified career spanning the complete startup landscape, I have gained a comprehensive 360-degree perspective on what makes a company successful. I have worked with over 150+ founders validating their ideas at Citi (Bank) Accelerator.

Toolkit

  • HiveBrite logo

    HiveBrite

    4 years of experience

    Successfully conceptualized, executed, and managed a comprehensive global platform catering to esteemed executive experts and entrepreneurs, boasting an impressive membership base of 500+ individuals on Hivebrite

  • Facebook logo

    Facebook

    15 years of experience

    I have built and created two Facebook communities with over 17,000 members organically. I can share the pros and cons of having a community on Facebook.

  • LinkedIn logo

    LinkedIn

    15 years of experience

    I have built a strong network on LinkedIn and have learned the art of sharing and getting relevant opportunities and connections. I will teach you bet practices on how to best use your LinkedIn Profile and how it can benefit your business.

Experience

  • Citi Bank

    Business Development & Community Manager
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    - Managed and operated Labs Accelerator & Launchpad initiatives in Israel and globally. - Conducted thorough market analysis, identifying trends and opportunities within the ecosystem, while actively scouting and evaluating relevant startups for Citi and its clients. - Orchestrated the development and execution of the Citi accelerator program, successfully managing a portfolio of 120+ companies that collectively raised over $2B - Delivered comprehensive business development guidance and operational expertise to foster growth and scalability for startups, driving strategic partnerships, and providing tailored support to accelerate their success, while ensuring seamless integration and maximizing impact within the organization, spanning over 250k employees worldwide. - Created and managed two global online community with 3,000+ accelerator alumni and relevant industry experts, to produce and build connections and potential leads for the many members. - Strategically planned and executed impactful events and expositions in collaboration with esteemed partners and clients of Citi, amplifying brand presence and driving meaningful engagement. - Forged impactful partnerships with industry-leading experts and external vendors, resulting in enhanced program quality, scalability, and overall delivery. - Represented Citi Ventures and Accelerator at various events and conferences while building strong connections in the industry.

    FinTech

  • ThinkUp

    Head of Network

    - Served as a key member of the leadership team and management, by heading the Network department - Successfully conceptualized, executed, and managed a comprehensive global platform catering to esteemed executive experts and entrepreneurs, boasting an impressive membership base of 500+ individuals - Utilized data analytics and user insights to drive targeted user acquisition, enhance member retention rates, and optimize monetization strategies - Oversaw end to end development of the Network product, all technical aspects, marketing efforts, member onboarding, and network strategies - Collaborated closely with various departments to cultivate and nurture relationships with network members, ensuring the platform served as a valuable resource for the company and its clients, fostering seamless and productive collaborations - Formulated and implemented a business strategy aligned with the company's objectives and goals, directing the entire department towards success - Podcast host on “Founder DNA” featuring exclusive interviews with highly successful CEOs and entrepreneurs from top unicorn companies

    SaaS

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