We’re your Executive Startup GTM Mentors

90% of Founders will fail before year 10

We’ll help you avoid the mistakes they’re making

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Who we help

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Startup Founders

If you’re a Seed to Series A tech founder, getting your Go-to-Market strategy right can be the difference between scaling - or stalling.

At Startup IQ, we help you avoid costly missteps with our signature Founders GTM "Office Hours": weekly, live sessions where you can ask questions, get real answers, and learn from seasoned operators who’ve walked your path.

Need to pressure-test your strategy?

Our GTM Readiness Assessments quickly identify gaps—or go deeper with tailored services like ICP and PMF validation, investor pitch feedback, customer interviews, and more.Skip the guesswork.

Save your runway.

Get to traction faster.


You’re building a great product—let’s make sure the world knows why it matters.

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10% of startups succeed

10% of startups succeed

What's your most pressing issue right now?
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Investors

De-risk your investments. Accelerate portfolio growth.

At Startup IQ, we help Venture Capital firms, Private Equity funds, and other early-stage tech investors boost portfolio performance by supporting their founders with expert Go-to-Market guidance.

Our flagship service—Founders GTM “Office Hours”—provides your startups with weekly access to seasoned operators, personalized feedback, and a vetted support network, all for less than the cost of a single misstep.

Looking for deeper insights? Our GTM Readiness Assessments offer fast, high-level evaluations—or fully tailored deep dives—covering everything from ICP and PMF validation to investor pitch deck reviews and customer interviews.

Avoid common GTM pitfalls. Hit milestones faster. Drive higher valuations.


Support your founders with Startup IQ—and watch your returns grow.

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Incubators and Accelerators

Stronger startups. Smarter GTM execution. Better outcomes.

Startup IQ partners with leading accelerators and incubators to give founders the expert Go-to-Market support they need to turn ideas into scalable businesses.

Our Founders GTM "Office Hours" offers your cohorts weekly, live access to seasoned GTM strategists, real-time feedback, and actionable insights—ensuring your startups avoid the trial-and-error mistakes that stall growth and waste runway.Need to evaluate your startups' market readiness?

Our GTM Readiness Assessments—from rapid audits to tailored deep dives—help founders validate their ICP, PMF, business model, and investor story before they hit the pitch stage.

Help your founders avoid rookie GTM mistakes. Improve graduation outcomes. Maximize follow-on funding.
Startup IQ is your GTM partner in building real traction, faster.

How are we helping

On-demand, tailored solutions

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On-demand advice and assessments

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Go-To-Market Strategy

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Product-Market Fit Evolution

How does it work?

You receive 1:1, highly experienced, and actionable recommendations

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We empower founders with executive mentorship and essential tools to navigate the challenges of Go-to-Market traction. Our team is dedicated to delivering insights and resources that enable founders to make informed decisions and drive sustainable success.

Who's leading the work

Meet the Team

We empower founders with executive mentorship and essential tools to navigate the challenges of Go-to-Market traction.
Our team is dedicated to delivering insights and resources that enable founders to make informed decisions and drive sustainable success.

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Testimonials

Thank you for your guidance Michael, especially your dedication to narrowing down the value proposition to its essence.
Moritz Stellmacher
CEO, Dacade
This year is going to be one of our best years in the 18 years in business. Again, thank you for helping me to evaluate the deal with the competitor.
Maria Castellon
CEO, BTS
Thanks for everything so far, I can't believe how fast business has been taking off for me at this point.
Howard Morgan
COO, CRMX

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