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Eric Jude

Business Coach / Startup Judge @ Seedstars
5.0
(59 reviews)
Investor Readiness & Fundraising | ABH Judge (Jack Ma Foundation) | Go-to-Market for Early-Stage Founders
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$180 / month

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MentorCruise summary

Eric is a Business Coach and Startup Judge at Seedstars. He has mentored startups and entrepreneurs globally for six years, built and run startups, and served as a Round 2 Judge for Alibaba Business Heroes from 2022 through 2025. His experience also includes work with teams in New York, Toronto, Dubai, Singapore, and India. He helps early-stage founders refine pitch decks, clarify go-to-market plans, and prepare for fundraising.

Based on 38 verified mentee reviews

  • Reviewers often praise his clear, actionable guidance that turns uncertain startup questions into concrete next steps.
  • Several reviewers value his thoughtful questions and direct feedback, which help them narrow their focus, examine ideas, and think more deeply about their goals.
  • Mentees frequently describe Eric as supportive, attentive, and willing to put in extra effort through research, follow-up, and flexibility across time zones.

About

I work with early-stage founders who want to become 'investor-ready, fundable, and clear on their go-to-market strategy' — not just “talk through ideas.”

For the past 6 years, I’ve mentored startups and entrepreneurs globally, and I currently serve as a Round 2 Judge for Alibaba Business Heroes (Jack Ma Foundation) for the 2022–2025 cohorts. This gives me a rare, behind-the-scenes view into how investors actually evaluate founders, teams, traction, and narratives — and why most startups don’t make the cut.

Startups and Entrepreneurs work with me when they need help with:

* Fundraising readiness & investor storytelling
* Pitch deck clarity (what to say, what to remove, what investors ignore)
* Go-to-market strategy for pre-seed and seed startups
* Positioning themselves as credible, fundable founders. co-founders
* Understanding how investors think across Asia, the Middle East, and global markets
* Help you setup in Asia if you are coming here for the first time or just want to expand

I’ve built and run startups myself, worked with teams across New York, Toronto, Dubai, Singapore, and India, and have been part of early digital initiatives for companies like IBM, Mercedes-Benz, Merrill Lynch, and Bacardi. This mix of "operator experience + investor exposure" allows me to give feedback that is direct, practical, and grounded in reality.

If you’re looking for generic startup advice, I’m probably not the right mentor.
If you want -- honest, investor-aligned feedback and clarity on what will actually move your startup forward -- we’ll work well together.

------- Who I’m not a fit for ---------

I’m not a fit if you’re looking for motivation, surface-level feedback, or generic startup conversations. I work with founders who want clarity, traction, and honest feedback aligned with how investors actually think.

What mentees say

5 out of 5 stars

Francesco

Francesco

Lite Plan • 1 year

Francesco wrote 1 more review for the same mentorship

5 out of 5 stars

Working with Eric is an inspiring and empowering experience. From day one, he created a space where I felt heard and supported, but also constructively challenged. Our sessions are a mix of strategic thinking, honest reflection, and actionable planning. Eric does not just give me answers—he asks the right questions that led me to find them myself. He is exactly the mentor I need to overcome my doubts and increase my confidence while pursuing my startup dream!

Francesco

Francesco

5 out of 5 stars

Yuki

Yuki

Lite Plan • 1 year

5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional mentor I have with him for over a year now and I plan on continuing with him long term

Abu

Abu

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What happens when you start

You tell Eric your goals. They see exactly what you want to work on before session one.

You meet within days. Eric reviews your application and books your first session, usually within a day or two.

You leave with a plan. Concrete next steps and a weekly rhythm from your very first week.

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