Jeff Erickson

Forecastr

Forecastr helps founders create GREAT financial models so they can feel confident about making strategic decisions about their company and talking to potential investors about their fundraising needs.

Strategic Partnerships

Founders N' Funders

Founders N' Funders is a pioneering networking and events platform dedicated to fostering meaningful connections between startup founders, angel investors, VCs and others within the startup ecosystem.

We've shaped a unique landscape that harmoniously blends professional interactions with engaging, high-energy events and activities.

We facilitate connection and community by creating dynamic, entertaining experiences that catalyze authentic dialogue and interaction, ensuring optimal founder-funder fit and solidifying long-lasting business relationships. 

With Founders N' Funders, we're not just introducing founders to investors - we're curating a vibrant ecosystem for the genesis of innovation, collaboration, and prosperity and fostering a supportive community for startup founders.

Founder

Listo Global

[ Find · Hire · Pay ]
Listo is on a mission to lift people everywhere by making it easy find, hire and pay global talent with a world-class team and technology platform.

Advisor

Convoi Ventures

Utah lacks true "early stage, take a bet on founders before anyone else will" capital. Convoi Ventures invests in true "early-stage" startups in Utah - taking a bet on founders before anyone else will, writing checks to Utah founders early and often. In addition to capital, Convoi strives to create the best network of fellow early stage founders, later stage mentors, and investors at pre-seed and later stages to help our early-stage founders.

Investor

RevRoad

RevRoad is a venture studio that helps startups grow and scale.  The RevRoad model is a unique blend of accelerator, agency, and venture capital.  RevRoad works with your business at any level of growth to help you scale your efforts. Grow, scale, and multiply your profits all under one roof.

Investor / Startup Mentor

Savvi Technologies, Inc.

Savvi Technologies has created a world-class, collaborative platform for founders, funds, and attorneys to generate, track, and complete legal documents, filings, and checklists.  Savvi's powerful productivity platform enables companies to easily and efficiently create, customize and deploy easy-to-use processes and workflows using its system.

Investor / Advisor

Alpha Network

Founded in 2005, Alpha is an invite-only networking community for founders, CEOs, and leading technology influencers. The idea is simple: to create an environment where leaders in tech can connect and collaborate with their peers in a private setting where they can speak candidly. Alpha curates events that foster strong professional and personal relationships. We bring together the brightest people on a subject, theme or technology trend and let them decide where to take the conversation. Alpha hosts 60 events per year across 9 cities (New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Toronto, Boston, Chicago, Austin, Atlanta, and Salt Lake City).

Advisory Board Member, Salt Lake City Chapter

Gabb Wireless

Gabb Wireless is a rapidly growing cellular network company that provides safe technology for kids. Gabb’s products are the only safe offerings in the phones-for-kids niche, filling a clear gap in the market by targeting an underserved demographic. With a mission to solve the growing screen-time addiction among adolescents, Gabb creates the safest technology for kids. As kids grow, Gabb offers age-appropriate products that keep families connected, give kids freedom and provide parents peace of mind. With a price point of under $100, Gabb phones are an affordable  choice for a kid’s first phone. Learn more at www.gabbwireless.com. To receive a discount on your Gabb order you can use PROMO CODE: GETGABB

dōjō (Sales Training)

Dōjō helps individuals from all walks of life quickly learn the skills needed to become top-performing sales reps at high-growth companies in just a matter of weeks. Dōjō's training programs do not require any prior experience and are extremely affordable. (Scholarships are also available.)

Board of Directors / Advisor

Xollective | Cloutchain

Cloutchain is an NFT / Social Token platform for artists, athletes, and creators of all kinds.

Creators design and sell limited edition digital cards which grant fans who collect them access to exclusive social posts, events, and other benefits.

Fans build a collection to access fan-only social posts, media, and receive invitations to exclusive events (live and virtual).

www.cloutchain.io

Forecastr | Startup Advisor | Angel Investor

I lead Partnerships at Forecastr, where we help founders build investor-ready financial models that win trust, close funding rounds faster, and give them full clarity to run their business with confidence.

I’ve worked with hundreds of founders to:

Impress investors with professional, dynamic financial models
Confidently raise capital from angels, VCs, and strategic partners
Plan for growth with clear, actionable financial insights

Beyond Forecastr, I’m an active angel investor and advisor to dozens of startups across SaaS, fintech, consumer products, and emerging tech. I’m passionate about helping entrepreneurs navigate the fundraising process, avoid costly mistakes, and maximize their chances of success.

Previously, I founded and scaled a consumer goods company from $1M in year one to $40M+ in year four, landing at #138 on the Inc. 500 list. My background also includes executive sales and business development roles in venture-backed startups and managing investments for Sentry Financial Corporation.

If you’re a founder preparing to raise, I’d be happy to share strategies, insights, and introductions to help you hit your fundraising goals.

You can book a call with me here: https://lnkedin.link/6wU8bh6

Angel Investor and/or advisor in:

• Angel Studios, Inc.
• Happiest Baby, Inc.
• Sweater
• Vouch
• RevRoad, LLC
• Savvi Technologies, Inc.
• Gabb Wireless, Inc.
• CloutChain
• KingsCrowd
• Dōjō 
• DefiQ (dba Giddy)
• Journey
• Startup Stack
• Nivati
• Convoi Ventures
• HYVV
• Velvet
• Kado
• wümgo 
• Lighter Capital
• InsideFluence
• Errand
• Evolution Space
• Particl
• Quikix
• StartEngine
• Pelion
• Thunderstrike.ai
• PlaneAhead
• Kemper Snowboards
• Angel Cake
• Stealth

Day 1 of #SFTechWeek. 10PM. Hotel lobby.

Half the city’s asleep…and half the founders are still swapping stories, sketching ideas on napkins, and checking pitch decks.

That’s the magic of this week.

It’s not just the events, the panels, or the parties. It’s the random late-night conversations that turn into startup ideas, intros, or even funding rounds.

Couldn’t ask for a better crew to kick off #SFTechWeek with. Long day, late night, and still smiling, that’s what passion for building looks like.

If you’re in SF this week, stay curious, stay out late, and talk to everyone.

You never know where one conversation might take you.

If late-night brainstorms turn into “how do I actually raise this round?”

We’ve got you.

Our team can help you build investor-ready financial models that make your fundraising faster, cleaner, and more confident.

You can book a FREE call here: https://lnkd.in/gPx6aaSj

Startup Advisor & Angel Investor | Helping Founders Confidently Raise Capital | Forecastr

At this event, investors pitched to founders. What happened next surprised everyone.

When we told investors they’d be pitching to founders…they were hesitant. 

They said:

“Founders will swarm us.” 
“They’ll just ask for money.” 
“They won’t listen.”

But that’s not what happened.

At Founders N’ Funders: VC Reverse Pitch at TechCrunch Disrupt, VCs like: 

• Mighty Capital
• Tamar Ventures
• IA Seed Ventures, 
• Band of Angels, 
• Bullpen Capital, 
• and Tenacity Venture Capital

and walked away impressed.

Not by pitch decks.
By the quality of founders.

They said it was one of the few events where real, meaningful conversations happened.

Where founders actually understood which investors were the right fit and which weren’t.

The same happened a few weeks ago with Founders N’ Funders event at #SFTechWeek with several different VCs. 

Both times we have been blown away by the quality of founders!

Because that’s the point of Founders N’ Funders:

To help founders realize not every VC is a fit, and not every “no” means you’re not fundable.

You just need to find your people, the ones who believe in your stage, your story, your thesis.

That’s why we keep doing these events across the country. Because connection is better when both sides understand each other.

If you’re a founder (or VC) who wants to be part of the next Reverse Pitch,

👉 check out our upcoming cities here: https://lnkd.in/gSzYQgXZ

P.S. The investors who hesitated to join?

Every one of them asked when the next one is.

San Francisco didn’t sleep this week… and neither did we. 😅 The Forecastr crew took over #SFTechWeek!

Late nights, early mornings, and a ton of conversations with founders, investors, and builders who are shaping what’s next.

We came here to connect, share stories, and help founders build models that actually make fundraising easier.

But more than that, this week reminded us why we started in the first place.

Because behind every pitch deck and financial model is a founder with a dream. Someone betting everything on an idea and just trying to make the numbers work.

Every person you see in these photos is part of a team that’s obsessed with one thing:

👉 Helping founders understand their numbers and raise capital with confidence.

We’re proud to stand with the people building the future, one forecast at a time. 💚

If you’re raising soon, grab a FREE call with our team: https://lnkd.in/gBCRMgBF

We’ll show you how to make your model investor-ready.

Don't Miss Kentucky's BIGGEST Startup Event This October!

It’s happening...

Founders, investors, and startup leaders from across the region are coming together for a day that combines business, community, and a whole lot of fun.

On October 27th, join us at Hunting Creek Country Club for the 3rd Annual Startup Charity Golf Scramble.

Benefitting Amplify, Louisville’s nonprofit that supports local founders with coaching, resources, and mentorship.

This isn’t your typical networking event.

1. You’ll hit the course with investors and founders.
2. You’ll help raise funds to support early-stage entrepreneurs.
3. And you’ll leave knowing you made a real impact on Kentucky’s startup community.

You can find more information and the registration form here: https://lnkd.in/dxFKJT6A

P.S. Even if you don’t golf, come for the connections. Founders and investors from across the region will be there.

Never Get Rejected Again. How to Pitch Investors the EASY Way!

Fundraising isn’t just about your idea, it’s about proving you can execute it.

At Venture Unpacked: DeepTech & AI SaaS panel, Logan Burchett shared what every founder needs to show investors:

1. Proof of Vision: that your idea is bold, clear, and exciting.
2. Proof of Execution: that you’re the one who can actually make it happen.

When you combine both, you’re unstoppable.

Because investors don’t fund ideas, they fund founders who do what they say they’ll do.

Appreciate everyone who came out, asked tough questions, and made it such a great discussion.

If you’re fundraising soon and want to make sure your numbers actually prove your story, you can book a FREE call with our team at Forecastr and we'll help you out.

You can book it here: https://lnkd.in/gN6XGkSc

Can Startups Raise Funding Without a Proven Product?

Short answer: 

Yes.

But only if you understand what investors really buy.

They’re not buying your product.
They’re buying your proof.

Proof that you can execute.
Proof that there’s demand.
Proof that you know where every dollar will go once it hits your account.

You don’t need a perfect product to raise.
But you do need a clear plan, one that connects vision to numbers.

Early-stage founders raise before launch because their models told a credible, investor-ready story.

Not “we’ll figure it out,” but “here’s exactly how we’ll grow and why it makes sense.”

In 2025, confidence doesn’t come from code.
It comes from clarity.

👉 Book a free call with our team that will show you how to build an investor-ready model, even before your product launches: https://lnkd.in/gHHmERwC

Don’t start fundraising before you’ve done THIS...

Too many founders rush into raising capital…and then wonder why investors don’t take them seriously.

It’s because...

Fundraising isn’t about the story you tell.
It’s about the numbers that back it up.

If you don’t have:

1. Clear visibility into your burn and runway
2. A model that shows how investor dollars fuel growth
3. A plan you can confidently defend

…then you’re not ready to raise.

But what if you could hear directly from the investors themselves?

What they look for. 
What turns them off,. 
And what makes them say yes.

That’s exactly what happens at Founders N' Funders: San Francisco VC Reverse Pitch: https://lnkd.in/dR6JvvbJ

A live event where VCs pitch their investment theses, check sizes, and founder criteria (instead of the other way around).

At this event:

• You’ll see exactly what investors are saying yes to right now
• We’ll break down what kills deals before you even pitch
• You’ll walk out knowing how to position your raise to win
• You'll network with investors and other founders

If you’ve ever wished you could see inside a VC’s mind before you pitch, this is that chance.

Spots are limited, apply now: https://lnkd.in/dRueVsgX

Founders, don’t pitch blind!

This could be the 2 hours that save you 6 months of frustration.

October 27th: Kentucky’s Biggest Startup Golf Event!

Founders, investors, and community leaders, this one’s for you.

Join us for the 3rd Annual Forecastr Amplify Startup Charity Golf Scramble, benefiting Amplify, Kentucky’s state-funded entrepreneurial support organization.

• Hunting Creek Country Club - Louisville, KY
• October 27, 2025

This isn’t just a day on the course.

It’s a full day of high-energy networking, startup conversations, and friendly competition, all while supporting Kentucky’s growing startup ecosystem.

Every swing, every putt, every sponsorship fuels Amplify’s mission:

Helping startups across the Louisville and Lincoln Trail areas grow through coaching, community, and capital access.

For more information or registration, check this link: https://lnkd.in/gMYHDGnU

P.S. Bring your swing, your network, and your love for startups. It’s going to be a great day on (and off) the course.

What do investors managing millions really want in a founder? They’re about to go on record.👇

On October 27, at Founders N' Funders: San Francisco VC Reverse Pitch, the investors are pitching YOU.

You’ll hear directly from several active VCs as they each break down:

• Their investment thesis
• What gets their attention (and what doesn’t)
• How they make decisions behind closed doors
• The kind of founder they’re writing checks to in 2025

No panels. 
No vague advice. 
Just real signals from real investors.

This is a private, highly-curated event for Seed & Series A founders who are raising (or about to).

Limited spots and they always go fast.

Apply here before it fills up: https://lnkd.in/grjC9u2n

P.S. A single conversation here could save you 6 months of investor guessing.

Forget cold emails. These investors are telling you exactly how to win their money.

No templates. No guessing.

Just a group of VCs managing millions, stepping on stage to tell founders:

1. What kinds of companies they want to fund
2. What gets them to say yes in a meeting
3. What kills a deal before it even starts

And they’re doing it live, Monday, October 27, San Francisco.

If you’re raising Seed or Series A, you need to hear this.

This isn’t a demo day. It’s a reverse pitch, where investors pitch you.

We can't accept everyone, so spots are limited and registration closes soon.

Register yours before it's too late: https://lnkd.in/gaGCYSTp

P.S. You’re one handshake away from your next investor.

Be-UTAH-ful!
The leaves in the mountains are FALLING .... which means we are getting closer to ski season! ⛷️ 

But, until then ..... ENJOY THE FALL!!!! 🍁 🍂

Heading to Scottsdale, AZ this week for some founder events.

Lots of good things happening in the Arizona startup ecosystem.

Here are a few of the folks I'm aware of making waves in AZ.
Clate Mask, Gregg Scoresby, Becky Winter, Christopher Fox, Daniel Barnard, AAMS, Josue Romero, Kyle Macdonald, Karen Katzorke, Leib Bolel, Benjamin Brockwell, Mo Ghani محمد عبد الغني, Alexander VanScoyk

Who are others in the AZ startup ecosystem to connect with?

The Founders N' Funders VC ReversePitchEvent for #SFTechWeek was off the charts! 💥

So many impressive founders - and the VCs were awesome!!!

Next event …. We are back in San Francisco for TechCrunch DISRUPT on Oct 27th with another event and all new VCs.

Founders (and Investors) apply to attend this event in SF here:
https://luma.com/fnfxsf25

See you back in SF in a couple weeks!!!

#SFTechWeek 
San Francisco TECH WEEK by a16z

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Forecastr #SFTechWeek Takeover!!! 😃 

Look for one of my team members in their Forecastr shirts walking around town today handing out postcards for the giveaway for an Apple VisionPro  🥽 

(Or, if you're a founder, just scan the code in the photo below to enter the drawing) 🙌

Wrapping up #SFTechWeek - WOW!!!! 🤯 

The Forecastr team took the city by storm - They were everywhere!!!!

We hosted 4 events and had team members represented at tons of other events throughout the city.  What a wild week!

And …. We are back in San Francisco for TechCrunch DISRUPT on Oct 27th with another Founders N' Funders VC ReversePitch event with Atlassian. 

Founders (and Investors) can apply to attend the Oct 27th event in SF here:
https://luma.com/fnfxsf25

See you back in SF in a couple weeks!!!

#SFTechWeek #Forecastr #FoundersNFunders

The Founders N' Funders SF DISRUPTion event is sold out!

If you are a Seed or Series A founder and want to get into this VC ReversePitch event, reach out to me directly.

If you signed up and can no longer attend, please cancel your registration so someone else can take your spot.

Thank you to Philip W. Braddock and the team at Atlassian for hosting the event as we kick off a week at TechCrunch DISRUPT.

Another great lineup of early-stage VCs that will be presenting!

Thank you to Mighty Capital, IA Seed Ventures, Bullpen Capital, Band of Angels, Tenacity Venture Capital, and Tamar Ventures.

See you tonight in San Francisco!!!  

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🎟️ Get on the waitlist here:  https://lnkd.in/gaXWzPes

VCs Pitching to Founders?!
That’s right — we’re flipping the script again at the Founders N' Funders VC ReversePitch at TechCrunch DISRUPT in SF (Oct 27th)!

Instead of founders pitching investors, the VCs take the stage to pitch founders on why they should take their capital.

Join us Monday, October 27th at Atlassian’s SF offices for an evening of:
 🚀 Reverse pitches from top VCs
 🤝 Networking with startup experts in finance, legal, HR, and tech
 💡 Real insights on what investors are actually looking for in founders

Big thanks to Philip W. Braddock and the team at Atlassian for hosting!

If you’re a founder in the Bay Area, this is the place to be for #SFTechWeek.

Sponsored by: Atlassian, Foley & Lardner LLP, Shopline, Fidelity Private Shares, Justworks, Amazatic Solutions, and Forecastr.

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🎟️  Register here: https://luma.com/fnfxsf25

💥  And tag a founder who should be there.

2025-26 Utah Ski Resort Opening Dates ⛷️ 

Who has downloaded the new album from The Electric Ski Poles to get you pumped for ski season? 

🎧  Listen here on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g5nHhJD9

$3,000 Flash Pitch Competition 💵 
Startup founders --- Apply to pitch (Deadline is Oct 26th)

I'm excited to be teaming up with my friends from HubSpot For Startups and Gust for this Flash Pitch Competition on November 4 @ 4PM EST.

Submit your pitch deck and we will be selecting five finalists to pitch live.
The winner will receive a $3,000 prize! 🏆 

Submit your deck and/or register to attend here: https://lnkd.in/gqjE_NuH

Applications close Oct 26 @ Midnight EST! 

#StartupPitch

Finally got to ride in a Waymo for the first time here at San Francisco TECH WEEK by a16z.

My Lyft ride was going to be $40.  My Waymo ride was $15 (Wondering if Waymo is running some discounted pricing during #SFTechWeek?)

Regardless, it was AWESOME!!!!  I’m sold!  Can’t wait for it to be available more broadly in more locations.

I was super impressed by the smooth ride, the precision of the driving, the entire customer experience.  It felt totally safe and comfortable, it welcomed us, reminded us to wear our seatbelts, and even asked to make sure we didn’t forget our phones as we exited.

5 Star Rating! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

If I were driving Uber or Lyft, I would be worried when Waymo comes to town.  Big fan!!!!!  🙌🏻

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