I'm a finance and venture capital professional with 30+ years of global experience across the US, India, and the Middle East. My work spans venture investing, startup growth, strategic finance, and SME scaling.
I’ve built, scaled, and exited companies, led venture funds, and advised founders, family offices, and fund managers. My core strengths lie in:
Venture Capital & Fund Strategy – From fund structuring to portfolio support
CFO Services & Accounting Oversight – Fractional CFO support for early-stage and growth-stage companies
Startup & SME Advisory – Business model validation, capital raising, go-to-market and scale strategies
Management Consulting – Growth, turnaround, and execution support for founders & boards
I enjoy working on short, high-impact assignments that involve strategy, capital, growth, and financial clarity. I bring a unique mix of execution capability, investor perspective, and advisory maturity.
🎯 What I Can Help With:
Fundraising strategy (VC, debt, family office)
Fractional CFO support, board packs, and investor reporting
Business and financial modeling
Go-to-market planning & startup launch support
Due diligence and investment readiness
Fund structuring & back-office for emerging fund managers
Strategic advisory for SMEs looking to scale or raise capitalMore...
Melanie Foust
Project Coordinator
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Melanie Foust is a highly organized and dedicated Project Coordinator with extensive experience in managing a wide range of projects in various industries. She is a graduate with a degree in Interdisciplinary Visual Art, and her professional journey spans over two decades. Melanie has a proven track record of successfully coordinating and implementing projects, ensuring that work is carried out within agreed time frames and budgets. Her expertise includes planning, scheduling, data tracking, and communication. Melanie's leadership and problem-solving skills make her exceptional in her field. She consistently works towards improving processes and workflows to enhance efficiency. Besides her professional commitments, she enjoys swimming and reading.More...