Nathan Beckord

Overview

Nathan Beckord is an angel investor and the Chief Executive Officer of Foundersuite, a company that offers a suite of software tools designed to assist startups in raising capital and managing investor relations. Under his leadership, Foundersuite has developed a comprehensive platform that includes an investor CRM, a database of over 50,000 investors, and various templates and resources to streamline the fundraising process. The company has been instrumental in helping entrepreneurs efficiently navigate the complexities of securing funding and maintaining investor communications. Prior to founding Foundersuite, Nathan spent a decade working with more than 150 startups as an interim CFO, business developer, and advisor. His experience spans various industries, including technology, software, internet, fintech, SaaS, e-commerce, healthcare, consumer goods, media, education, transportation, real estate, energy, manufacturing, and agriculture. This extensive background has equipped him with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by early-stage companies across diverse sectors. Nathan holds an MBA in Entrepreneurship, a BSc in Finance, and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). His commitment to supporting entrepreneurs is further demonstrated through his podcast, 'How I Raised It,' where he interviews startup founders and venture capitalists to share insights and strategies for successful fundraising. In his personal time, Nathan enjoys sailing, traveling, and riding motorcycles, reflecting his adventurous spirit and passion for exploration.

Investment Focus

• Strong founding team
• Scalable business model
• Clear path to profitability
• Innovative product or service
• Large addressable market
• Competitive advantage
• Traction or early customer adoption
• Ability to execute on business plan
• Alignment with investor's values and interests
• Potential for significant return on investment

Portfolio Companies