Exploration & Investor Profile
$550
As a CEO or entrepreneur, you know that running a successful business takes more than just hard work and determination. It also requires guidance and support from experienced professionals who understand the challenges you face. That's where CuriousFutures comes in.
We have the hands-on experience and strategic expertise you need to take your business to the next level. We've helped countless entrepreneurs like you secure funding, achieve nationwide success, and develop successful, lucrative exit strategies. And we can do the same for you.
What sets us apart from other coaches and consultants is our practical experience in operations and business development. We know how to identify and address the critical issues that can make or break a business and develop a strategy that is resilient and purposeful. We identify what success looks like and how to get there through exploration and honest feedback.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
At CuriousFutures, we help you achieve your business goals through a simple, three-step process:
Step 1: Intake Review - We begin by gathering information about your business, so we can prepare for Exploration.
Step 2: Exploration - During a 3-hour meeting, we take a deep dive into all aspects of your pitch. We review your current position, including your resources, processes, management team, marketplace positioning, and more. Along the way, we identify challenges and areas for improvement to create a stronger foundation for growth.
Step 3: Investor Profile - Who do you want to invest in you? Together, we will create an investor profile that depicts the qualities you care about. By the end of our time together, you will understand the terms of a raise, what you will offer investors, and direction on how to choose investors. We will also explore alternative funding options, like crowdfunding and incubators.
Our approach is designed to provide you with a clear, actionable plan. Whether you need guidance with operations, funding, or developing a successful exit strategy, our team of experts will clear your path, giving you the confidence to proceed with enthusiasm.
Let's connect
We have over 25 years experience bringing new ideas from the white board to the customer's hand. We want to see your vision become reality, and support you on your journey.
The first step is a no-cost, no-obligation conversation.
Meet the Coaches
Merril Gilbert
As CEO of Curious Futures and founder of FoundHer Forward, I work with entrepreneurs to answer the one question that’s keeping them up at night. Whether you’re trying to scale, secure funding, or figure out how to hit that launch date without losing your mind, I’m the one you call when you’re ready to get real answers and make moves. With 25 years of experience, in the future of food, CPG, health and wellness, I stay ahead of tech trends and economic shifts, and I’m all about helping founders - especially women - turn their business challenges into growth opportunities.
Rhiannon Woo
Rhiannon is a CPG and ag-tech professional focused on quality management systems and continuous improvement through leadership training, plan development and implementation support to manufacturers across the United States. Rhiannon has developed audit standards, as well as training and calibration programs with industry organizations, shippers, retailers and auditing companies across the value chain.
