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IAN ARDEN - INVESTOR, ADVISOR & SERIAL ENTREPRENEUR
"START, GROW, & FUND YOUR
AI STARTUP"
EXCLUSIVE COACHING FOR AI STARTUPS OF EARLY & GROWTH STAGE.
I'VE GATHERED A TEAM OF SILICON VALLEY BASED VENTURE CAPITAL INVESTORS TO COACH SELECT AI STARTUPS
Unlock Your AI Startup's Potential with Guidance from Seasoned VCs
FOR AI STARTUPS SEEKING ACCELERATED GROWTH
In the fast-paced world of AI innovation, having the right guidance can be the difference between standing out and blending in. Our Roadmappers are not just coaches—they are seasoned venture capitalists who have navigated the challenges of building successful startups. Now, they're here to share their expertise with you.
ROADMAPPING: A UNIQUE COACHING APPROACH
Our roadmapping methodology is a distinctive blend of strategic planning and personalized mentorship. Unlike traditional coaching that offers generic advice, roadmapping provides a customized, milestone-based strategy tailored to your startup's specific needs. This unique approach bridges the gap between visionary ideas and practical execution.
THE POWER OF MILESTONE-BASED COACHING
By breaking down your ambitious goals into achievable milestones, we create a clear roadmap that guides your journey from concept to success. This method ensures continuous progress, fosters accountability, and allows for real-time adjustments in response to market changes. With seasoned VCs guiding you, you'll navigate challenges effectively and seize opportunities strategically.
PERSONALIZED ONE-ON-ONE MENTORSHIP
Our coaching approach is highly personal. You'll be matched with a dedicated Roadmapper who aligns with your industry and vision. This one-on-one relationship ensures that the guidance you receive is tailored specifically to your startup's needs, challenges, and goals.
BI-MONTHLY STRATEGY SESSIONS
Meet with your Roadmapper twice a month for in-depth strategy sessions. These regular gatherings are designed to keep you on track with your milestones, address any obstacles, and plan your next steps. The consistent interaction fosters a strong partnership and keeps momentum high.
360-DEGREE INITIATION
We begin with a comprehensive 360-degree assessment of your startup. This initiation phase examines every facet of your business—from your technology and team dynamics to market positioning and financial health. This holistic understanding allows us to craft a roadmap that is both strategic and actionable.
DIRECT ACCESS TO YOUR ROADMAPPER
Between sessions, you'll have direct access to your Roadmapper for ongoing support and advice. Whether you need quick feedback on a pressing issue or guidance on unexpected challenges, your mentor is just a call or message away. This continuous support ensures you're never navigating the journey alone.
Hello, my name is...
IAN ARDEN
I am a venture capital investor in AI, Web3, RPA and adjacent areas via Mempool Ventures, technology builder (via Applicature, Vidma & Adaia). I now help entrepreneurs via our platform milestoneBased.
I helped build more than 100 ventures (many of those entrepreneurs exited or retired, or got funding), invested in 50+ companies & projects, participated in multi million dollar raises, worked with $500M+ companies. I am on a mission to help hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs with our courses, marathons, and platforms. Join the movement!
DRIVING INNOVATION AND GROWTH IN THE TECH ECOSYSTEM
A GLOBAL PLATFORM EMPOWERING STARTUPS, CORPORATES, AND INVESTORS
Mempool Ventures founded by Ian Arden unites leading brands like Adaia (AI venture studio), MilestoneBased (startup performance platform), Letzgro (development hub), Applicature (blockchain advisory), Vidma.io (Web3 cybersecurity).
With an integrated VC fund, we provide capital and strategic support to select founder teams, offering a complete ecosystem to drive growth.
Ian's Decades in Tech...
"I've had so many trials and errors, ups and downs and ups again... Leverage my hard earned experience so you don't need to get all the bruises, scars, and waste years!
Let's make your path to success smoother"
- In software technology since 2003
- Contributed to a company with $130M+ exit
- Multiple sub $100M exits and deals
- Numerous AI awards in 2016-2017
- Started Mempool Ventures in 2021 to invest in AI, Web3
ENTREPRENEURSHIP CAN BE CHALLENGING
ROADMAPPING - OUR UNIQUE COACHING METHOD FOR AI STARTUPS
Choose the Program Tailored to Your Stage and Needs
We understand that AI startups have different needs at various stages of their journey. That's why we've designed specialized, flexible 9-12 month programs for:
- Early-Stage AI Companies
- Growth-Stage AI Companies
Each program is adaptable to your unique situation, ensuring that you receive the support and guidance that align with your goals and mission.
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TRANSFORMING INNOVATIVE IDEAS INTO SUCCESSFUL VENTURES
EARLY-STAGE AI COMPANIES
- You have a groundbreaking AI idea but need guidance to turn it into a viable product.
- You're developing your Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
- You're seeking seed funding or preparing for initial investment rounds.
- You have a small team and are establishing your company culture.
- You're navigating market validation and customer discovery.
- You're looking to protect your intellectual property and commercialize your research.
YOUR CUSTOMIZED 9-12 MONTH ROADMAPPING PROGRAM
Our program is designed to take you from concept to a scalable business, with a focus on your specific needs and challenges. Below, you can find one of the examples of the roadmaps that a Roadmapper and a Champion (that's how we call the coached teams) can work under.
This is just an example of a program! You and your Roadmapper will craft your personal program, based on your company status, goals, your business model and so on.
MONTHS 1-3: LAYING THE FOUNDATION
- VISION AND GOAL SETTING
Define your mission and long-term objectives.Identify key success metrics.
Personalization: Align your vision with your unique value proposition and mission, including social impact goals if applicable. - MARKET RESEARCH AND VALIDATION
Analyze industry trends and competitor landscapes.Validate your product-market fit through customer interviews.
Specialized Support: Guidance on commercializing research and transitioning from academia to industry. - MVP DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
Outline your MVP features.Set development milestones and timelines. - IP PROTECTION
Assist with intellectual property strategy.Ensure your innovations are safeguarded.
MONTHS 4-6: BUILDING AND TESTING
- PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT
Implement agile methodologies.
Establish feedback loops with early adopters. - BRANDING AND POSITIONING
Develop your brand identity and messaging.
Create a go-to-market strategy. - MISSION ALIGNMENT
Incorporate your social or environmental mission into your branding. - LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE GUIDANCE
Assist with company formation and intellectual property protection.
Ensure regulatory compliance.
MONTHS 7-9: LAUNCH AND LEARN
- MVP LAUNCH SUPPORT
Plan and execute your MVP release.
Collect and analyze user feedback. - ITERATION AND IMPROVEMENT
Refine your product based on data and user input.
Optimize user experience and performance. - TEAM DEVELOPMENT
Identify key hiring needs.
Establish company culture and HR practices. - CULTURAL ALIGNMENT
Build a team that shares your values and mission.
MONTHS 10-12: PREPARING FOR GROWTH
- FUNDING STRATEGY
Develop compelling pitch decks and investor materials.
Practice pitching and receive feedback. - NETWORKING AND INTRODUCTIONS
Connect with potential investors and strategic partners.
Leverage our network for opportunities. - VALUE-ALIGNED INVESTORS
Identify investors who share your mission and values. - SCALING PLAN
Outline strategies for market expansion.
Prepare operational plans for scaling.
10 DAYS FULL OF SOPHISTICATED TIPS FOR ENTREPRENEURS
30 ADVANCED PITCHING TIPS
You will be shocked, but many VCs take six seconds or less to make an impression on a pitch deck before they decide to take a closer look at it!
I've packed this 10-day marathon with advanced tips for pitching based on psychology, motivations and triggers of investors, and what worked for the billion dollar companies. This is an advanced course assuming you already know the basics. No time for trivia!
Inside this training, you will discover:
- How to stuff your pitch deck with killer blocks, so you can get identified as a potential top performer
- Essential blocks of your pitching session, from ice breaking to pre-closing agreement, so that you are in charge of the situation and influence your success rate!
- Psychological exercises to prepare yourself for pitching, so that you show up and nail it on high vibrations!
18-DAY "LEARN & WORK OUT" MARATHON: MIND, MUSCLE, AND MILLIONS
TOTAL INVESTOR READINESS FOR FOUNDERS
What if I told you that in just 18 days, you could significantly drum up all important aspects of your startup for successful due diligence by VC, and get ripped in the process? Sounds crazy, right? But after 20 years in tech, helping startups secure millions (one even sold for $130M!), and investing in 50+ companies, I've cracked the code.
Introducing 'Mind, Muscle, and Millions': The 18-Day INVESTOR READINESS Marathon for Founders who also want to stay fit in the process. You got it right! Watch lessons and burn calories, at the same time. All at home, no instructor or equipment needed, just your commitment!
- Non-trivial instructions on 120 criteria of due diligence, so your data room can preempt any VC's questions and concerns
- High intensity, flexibility, aero and power trainings with no equipment needed, so you can get fit while you learn, save time
- Habit Hacker - Bonus Course (which I don't even offer separately yet!) system of hooks so you learn to start and persist with any new initiative.
SCALING SUCCESS TO NEW HEIGHTS
GROWTH-STAGE AI COMPANIES
- You have a proven product with a growing customer base.
- You're generating revenue and looking to scale operations.
- You're preparing for Series A/B funding rounds.
- You're expanding your business and entering new markets.
- You're optimizing processes for efficiency and sustainability.
- You're balancing growth with maintaining your company's mission and culture.
YOUR CUSTOMIZED 9-12 MONTH ROADMAPPING PROGRAM
Our program focuses on scaling your success to new heights, tailored to your company's specific needs.
This is just an example of a program! You and your Roadmapper will craft your personal program, based on your company status, goals, your business model and so on.
MONTHS 1-3: STRATEGIC ASSESSMENT
- BUSINESS AUDIT
Evaluate current performance against goals.Identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis).
Advanced Strategy
Personalized strategies for experienced entrepreneurs seeking high-level advice. - SCALING STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT
Define objectives for market expansion.
Plan for product line extensions or diversification.
MISSION ALIGNMENT
Ensure scaling strategies align with your social or environmental mission. - FINANCIAL OPTIMIZATION
Analyze financial health and unit economics.
Optimize pricing models and revenue streams.
MONTHS 4-6: OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
- PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Streamline operations with lean methodologies.
Implement scalable processes and systems. - TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION
Leverage AI and automation to enhance efficiency.
Upgrade infrastructure to support growth. - TEAM SCALING
Develop leadership and management structures.
Implement training and development programs.
CULTURAL PRESERVATION
Maintain your company culture during rapid growth.
MONTHS 7-9: MARKET EXPANSION
- GLOBAL MARKET ENTRY
Research and select new markets.
Adapt products and strategies for different regions. - STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
Identify and negotiate partnerships or alliances.
Explore merger and acquisition opportunities.
ADVANCED NETWORKING
Access high-level strategic partnerships through our extensive network. - MARKETING AMPLIFICATION
Launch targeted marketing campaigns.
Enhance brand positioning and awareness.
MONTHS 10-12: FUNDRAISING AND EXIT PLANNING
- INVESTOR RELATIONS
Strengthen relationships with current and potential investors.
Prepare for due diligence processes.
VALUE-ALIGNED FUNDING
Seek investors who support your mission and long-term goals. - FUNDING ROUND PREPARATION
Refine business plans and financial models.
Practice pitches with feedback from seasoned VCs. - EXIT STRATEGY EXPLORATION
Discuss long-term goals, including IPOs or acquisitions.
Plan for sustainable growth beyond the program.
LEGACY PLANNING
Ensure your company's mission endures through growth or exit.
10 DAYS FULL OF SOPHISTICATED TIPS FOR ENTREPRENEURS
30 ADVANCED PITCHING TIPS
You will be shocked, but many VCs take six seconds or less to make an impression on a pitch deck before they decide to take a closer look at it!
I've packed this 10-day marathon with advanced tips for pitching based on psychology, motivations and triggers of investors, and what worked for the billion dollar companies. This is an advanced course assuming you already know the basics. No time for trivia!
Inside this training, you will discover:
- How to stuff your pitch deck with killer blocks, so you can get identified as a potential top performer
- Essential blocks of your pitching session, from ice breaking to pre-closing agreement, so that you are in charge of the situation and influence your success rate!
- Psychological exercises to prepare yourself for pitching, so that you show up and nail it on high vibrations!
18-DAY "LEARN & WORK OUT" MARATHON: MIND, MUSCLE, AND MILLIONS
TOTAL INVESTOR READINESS FOR FOUNDERS
What if I told you that in just 18 days, you could significantly drum up all important aspects of your startup for successful due diligence by VC, and get ripped in the process? Sounds crazy, right? But after 20 years in tech, helping startups secure millions (one even sold for $130M!), and investing in 50+ companies, I've cracked the code.
Introducing 'Mind, Muscle, and Millions': The 18-Day INVESTOR READINESS Marathon for Founders who also want to stay fit in the process. You got it right! Watch lessons and burn calories, at the same time. All at home, no instructor or equipment needed, just your commitment!
- Non-trivial instructions on 120 criteria of due diligence, so your data room can preempt any VC's questions and concerns
- High intensity, flexibility, aero and power trainings with no equipment needed, so you can get fit while you learn, save time
- Habit Hacker - Bonus Course (which I don't even offer separately yet!) system of hooks so you learn to start and persist with any new initiative.
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