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Are You a Tech Founder With People Problems?

Your talent is your most important investment. Start with an honest assessment by an expert startup coach trusted by leaders at Tesla, Meta, Harvard, and more.

Book 15 Minutes with James Lopata Now

You're in Great Company

Join the ranks of satisfied clients who have experienced the power of Founder Raising firsthand ...

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James brings it all. He doesn’t miss! A thoughtful and energetic connector.”

Arman Hamamah - Learning and Development Program Manager, SpaceX

80% of founders grapple with leadership challenges that risk destroying their hard-won entrepreneurial venture. Over half forfeit their dreams because of it.

From "The Founder's Dilemma," by Noam Wasserman

At Founder Raising, our mission is to elevate founders into respected leaders who can steer their enterprises toward unprecedented success with confidence and ease.

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I'm here for You

Work with the executive coach trusted by leaders at Tesla, Harvard, LovePop, CompleteCase, AceUp, Meta, and more.

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How it works

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Obstacle & Opportunity Analysis

Complimentary, honest appraisal of what you need to boost your team. This isn't about org chart. Stakeholder mapping and other benchmark activities probe the deep relational, competence, and emotional resistances to organizational agility.

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Transformation Launch & Follow-Through

Create and implement a plan for success. Determine the most effective steps to take to optimize your team for the next level. Launch into action with confidence.

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Take Stock of Your Own Leadership

You are the one service you can never cancel. How are you leading your self? What do you excel at? What more can you delegate? What improvements would help most?

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Keep Yourself Accountable

Lack of follow-through and the ability to adapt through changing conditions kills more companies than anything else. Founder Raising keeps you accountable.

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This Is For You If ...

You're an Ambitious Leader

Founder Raising is tailored for ambitious leaders occupying pivotal roles in their organizations—whether as Founders, C-Suite Executives, or Senior Management.

At a Critical Stage

Our specialized expertise lies in nurturing startups at critical stages, particularly around Series A, B, or higher funding rounds.

In a STEM Startup

We excel in sectors such as technology, life sciences, and biotech, with supplementary proficiency in finance, fintech, and other burgeoning industries.

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People and Money ...
The most common reasons startups fail.

You expend a lot of effort chasing capital.
How much energy are you investing in your leadership?

CASE STUDY: The $127 Million Exit

By leveraging our services, a struggling tech startup achieved a remarkable journey from a 7-figure valuation to a 9-figure exit within two years of starting the engagement.

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World-Class Leadership

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James Lopata

Executive Director

Founder & CEO of Founder Raising and Murmerate. Executive Coach Supervisor, with decades of global leadership development. Founding Chair of the Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce. Author of two leadership books. Published in Routledge, Forbes, and The New York Times. Fellow, Harvard Institute of Coaching.

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Brenda Loan Baker

Coaching Director

Executive Partner of Murmerate and co-founder innerOvation LLC, winner of the inaugural best business awards for the Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce. Executive Coach with expertise in Women's Leadership in the STEM professions.

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Dr. Deanna Vansickel

Course Director

Executive Partner of Murmerate, with decades of corporate experience creating, teaching, and leading executive coaching programs for international health organizations. Professor of coaching and instructional design expert.

'The most important investment you can make is in yourself.'

~ Warren Buffett

Obstacle & Opportunity Analysis

Gain invaluable insights with a complimentary, evaluation of your team's needs. Receive:

Free/($1,500 value!)
  • An in-depth assessment questionnaire tailored to your current circumstances.
  • Two 50-minute sessions for deep analysis and debriefing.
  • A comprehensive report outlining actionable steps to optimize your team's performance.
Book a 15-Minute Discovery Call with James now

Transformation Launch & Follow-Through

Embark on a transformative journey towards success with:

$5,997/6 months
  • 12 dedicated 50-minute sessions over 6 months, fostering reflection and strategic re-orientation.
  • Unlimited access for timely support via calls and emails.
  • Referral opportunities to a curated network of relevant resources.
  • Full access to Murmerate's Manage People Better℠ online course and materials.
  • BONUS: A complimentary copy of James Lopata's book "The Secret to Entrepreneurial Success.”
Book a 15-Minute Discovery Call with James now

Sustainable Leadership Growth

Commit to long-term growth and excellence with our year-long program, offering:

$9,997/annually
  • Savings equivalent of 2 months free.
  • 24 dedicated 50-minute sessions over 12 months, ensuring continuous evolution and refinement.
  • Inclusion in our exclusive founders' leadership mastermind group.
  • Unlimited access for ongoing support via calls and emails.
  • Extensive referral network for accessing relevant resources.
  • Full access to the Murmerate's Manage People Better℠ course and materials.
  • BONUS: A complimentary copy of James Lopata's book "The Secret to Entrepreneurial Success.”
Book a 15-Minute Discovery Call with James now
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