Founder in Residence

About the Role: Initio Raise is building a global network ofFounders in Residence (FIRs) —experienced operators who have raised capital and want to help the next generation of founders do it faster and better. This is ahigh-leverage, advisory-driven rolewhere you coach early-stage founders through the fundraising process using Initio’s platform, tools, and investor network. You bringexperience and pattern recognition. We provideinfrastructure, deal flow, and access .What You’ll Do Provide1-on-1 coaching and strategic guidanceto founders raising capital Review and refinepitch decks, financial models, and fundraising narratives Help founders position their story for investors and navigate objections Prepare founders forinvestor meetings and due diligence Share insights from your own journey (wins, mistakes, patterns) Support founders through active fundraising cycles on the platform Refer new founders into Initio Raise as you encounter them What You Get Ongoing access tohigh-quality founder deal flow Full access to Initio’s300+ investor network and platform tools Ability to stay embedded in venture without running full deals Referral commissionson founders you bring into the platform Optional pathway into Venture Partner(for those who want to operate raises) Flexibility to contributepart-time or project-based Compensation Optional stipend (for consistent involvement) Referral commissionson sourced founders Non-linear upside through deeper platform participation Who This Is For Founders who haveraised venture capital successfully Operators who’ve gone through Series A+ or meaningful fundraising cycles Experienced builders who enjoymentoring and pattern recognition Individuals who want tostay close to the ecosystemwithout full-time operating pressure

Ideal Candidate: Firsthand experience raising capital (pre-seed → growth) Strong understanding ofinvestor psychology and fundraising dynamics Ability to giveclear, direct, and actionable feedback High-context communicator with founder empathy Credibility with early-stage founders Why This Role Exists Most founders fail at fundraising not because of their product—but because of: Poor positioning Misaligned investor targeting Lack of experienced guidance Founder in Residence is how we fix that. You become theforce multiplierthat helps founders avoid mistakes and accelerate outcomes—without needing to build a fund or platform yourself. Role Structure Remote and non-exclusive Flexible time commitment Integrated into Initio’s Partner ecosystem We’ve built the infrastructure founders and operators typically lack: AI-powered fundraising systems Investor outreach and matching Materials and data room support Verified investor meetings A global network of operators, partners, and investors You plug in where you create the most value:judgment, guidance, and experience .