$210 / month
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Mikhail is a Venture Builder at Beam Ventures and a Venture Partner Program Member at Republic. He is a two-time founder with fundraising experience and a former BCG consultant who also scouts for venture funds. He mentors through Techstars and Startupbootcamp. He helps founders validate startup ideas, prepare fundraising materials, and make career transitions into venture capital or startups.
Based on 10 verified mentee reviews
Diverse corporate, startup, and VC experience:
- Venture Partner Program Member at Republic
- Mentor at Techstars, Startupbootcamp
- VC scout at Flashpoint VC, First Momentum Ventures, Outlander VC, etc.
- BCG alumni (2014-2019);
- Launched food startup, increased the team from 2 people to 12+, entered online marketplaces, Duty-Free in airports, raised funding from angel investor;
- Launched entertainment app, raised venture capital, became a finalist in the accelerator, a participant in Snapchat Bootcamp and Yellow Accelerator;
- Finalist and TOP-5 startup projects in early-stage venture fund Antler, Amsterdam
- Venture builder at Beam Ventures
Besides other things, I am a fan of road trips and had a 10-day road trip when I was only 13 y.o.
Venture Partner Program Member at Republic.com, Innovation Manager at FSC.org, 2X founder with fundraising, Startup Mentor at Techstars, Ex-BCG
5 out of 5 stars
Mikhail is pragmatic, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. He is the right mentor for someone who wants to roll up their sleeves and get started while getting guidance on the fly.
Standard Plan • 1 month
5 out of 5 stars
Great clarity and first steps on pitch deck for raise
Standard Plan • 1 month
5 out of 5 stars
really glad i worked with Mikhail. He was very specific and straightforward with answering questions and giving direction in general. He outlined actionable steps i need to take and I really appreciate him as a mentor. Strongly recommend
Standard Plan • 1 month
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You tell Mikhail your goals. They see exactly what you want to work on before session one.
You meet within days. Mikhail 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.
Mikhail Sidakov
Venture Builder, VC Scout, Startup Mentor, 2X Founder, Ex-BCG at None
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What's included in the trial?
Every trial is a little different–here's what Mikhail 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
