$750 / month
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Mark is Co-Founder at Dream VC, an angel investor, and a venture capital professional in emerging markets. He is a four-time founder and has mentored more than 400 founders, worked with seven venture capital firms, and advised startups from pre-seed through late seed. He helps founders clarify business goals, improve startup strategies, and prepare for venture capital roles.
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Angel Investor, Co-Founder and VC in Emerging Markets. Background:
- Actively Mentor 400+ Founders across Founder Institute, Village Capital, Seedstars & Impact Hub
- Multi-time (4x) Founder, Co-Founder or Founding Teammember with experience in West & East Coast US, UK & Sub-Saharan Africa
- Worked with multiple (7x) Venture Capital Firms over the last few years
- Sit on the advisory teams or Board of Directors for 8+ Startups at Pre-Seed, Seed and Late Seed Stages
- Experienced Venture Builder, Coach and Consultant
- Have trained, coached and mentored individuals to successfully land roles in each of: Senior Venture Partner; Venture Partner; Vice President; VC Principal; VC Investment Manager; VC Associate; VC Analyst
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Lite Plan • 3 years
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Lite Plan • 2 years
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You tell Mark your goals. They see exactly what you want to work on before session one.
You meet within days. Mark 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.
Mark Kleyner
Co-Founder at Dream VC
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Connect with Mark in a quick call (usually 15-20 minutes)
One-off sessions with Mark
One-off sessions are a great option if you're looking for specific advice on a certain topic.
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Come prepared to pitch your startup and work through your fundraising strategy. Come to me ready with a presentation deck. Be aware that I will …
Come prepared to pitch your startup and work through your fundraising strategy. Come to me ready with a presentation deck. Be aware that I will …
Have been sourcing deals for VCs in the US, UK, Eastern Europe, West Coast, South US and East Coast. Have sourced over 4,000 early-stage startups, …
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What's included in the trial?
Every trial is a little different–here's what Mark says about their trial:
We'll meet for a quick call (usually under 30 minutes) where we:
- Break the ice and introduce ourselves
- Discuss your goals and how I can support you
- Coordinate logistics like time zones, meeting frequency, and communication methods
