ur approach
Our founders gain active partners, advisory, and an expert network to accelerate their vision with optimal growth.
We ignite the journey of Innovation
We go to work at the early stage with our unique approach and unwavering commitment to our founders who consider us their most trusted & helpful advisors. We roll up your sleeves and dive into our investments, working elbow to elbow with our founders from inception.
Our expertise in strategic growth and operational excellence drives business forward and differentiates our companies as scalable world-class organizations.
We Practice the 3 P's: Persistence, Patience, & Passion
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We understand that success takes time, persistence, and unwavering passion.
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We recognize that being an entrepreneur is among the hardest thing one can do professionally
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We believe a great partner is aware and embraces the difficult conversations
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We are there to help find solutions over and over again, and we do it by listening
From Intro To Exit
We are committed partners to our companies on this journey, guiding towards our collective goals in navigating the new world order of innovation.
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We are immersed in our portfolio companies with an incessant passion and commitment. Coupled with our experience and rooted expertise in scaling businesses, we are uniquely equipped to Amplify.
The Process Matters
Our process sets us apart, weaves a common thread amongst our companies and leads to amazing outcomes.
High Awareness
We're deeply involved in our companies. Our goal is to utilize our company awareness to help advise and empower informed decisions. Board meetings are focused on the future, as we are already ahead of the curve, leaving no time wasted on catching up. We prioritize proactive discussions to keep your vision on track.
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Predictive Support
Eventually, everyone gets the information about issues, challenges, roadblocks, and how a company is doing. The key is that you get information in time to do something about it.
Anticipating challenges is key. We're here to help you predict situational outcomes and find creative solutions to keep momentum, navigate short-term hurdles, and safeguard long-term success.
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Embracing Adversity
We are here to support our Founders through the highs and lows, embracing difficult conversations and finding solutions together, time and time again along the journey.
We are trusted partners with extensive experience, we're in tune with your business, offering timely insights and solutions.
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Our Founders Perspectives
Talk with a few StageDotO Founders and they’ll tell you how we’re different.
GOODBUY
"StageDotO is the early-stage investment founders always hope for and rarely get—deeply committed and well-connected with invaluable experience. Mike and Matt are true partners in the growth of our company and guides in the ever-changing venture landscape."
Cara Oppenheimer
Co-Founder
Cary Telander Fortin
Co-Founder