Startup Scaling AMA with Serial Entrepreneur Lior Klisman (May 7, 2024)

According to the Startup Genome Project, 74% of high-growth startups fail because they scale too quickly.

Want to learn how to navigate this stage of the startup journey? Join us on May 7 for an AMA on startup scaling with serial entrepreneur Lior Klisman.

Lior is an early-stage startup advisor who recently led his IT, security, and compliance firm, Sentant, to a successful acquisition. His expertise includes scaling startups, product-market fit, fundraising, hiring, and supporting immigrant founders.

In his interactive virtual session, you'll gain insights on:

• Smart Scaling Strategies: Learn practical methods for scaling your team, operations, and marketing to ensure sustainable growth.
• Avoiding Scaling Pitfalls: Gain valuable knowledge from Lior's experience overcoming common scaling challenges.
• Building a Scalable Business Model: Discover how to create a foundation for long-term success.
• Funding for Growth: Explore effective funding options and strategies for your scaling journey.

About the Speaker:

Lior Klisman is a serial entrepreneur, seasoned business operator, and early-stage startup advisor. His recent accomplishment includes leading his IT, security, and compliance firm, Sentant, to a successful acquisition. With a strong focus on empowering immigrant business founders and fostering success in the entrepreneurship community, Lior invests in people and provides valuable guidance based on his own experiences.

Collaborating with numerous companies and organizations, including government bodies, financial institutions, regulatory agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and startups of all sizes, Lior has gained a unique "behind the scenes" understanding of the entire startup ecosystem. Notable companies like Airtable, Webflow, DocSend, and VC firms such as Andreessen Horowitz and NFX have been part of his portfolio.

Lior's entrepreneurial journey reflects resilience and a hands-on approach. From selling pretzels outside soccer stadiums at the age of 12 to importing a clothing line at 15, he learned valuable life and business lessons early on. Although he initially enrolled in college for theoretical knowledge, Lior dropped out to gain practical expertise through real-life experience.

Born in Israel and having lived in eight different countries across three continents, Lior excels at bridging cultures and connecting people from diverse backgrounds. Known as the "foreign entrepreneur's best friend," he understands the challenges faced by entrepreneurs and business owners in foreign countries, including navigating local bureaucracy and addressing personal day-to-day issues. Driven by a strong commitment to empowering others and bridging gaps, Lior leaves a lasting impact on the startup community and beyond. With his cross-cultural acumen, entrepreneurial expertise, and a passion for inclusivity and connectivity, he shapes the future of entrepreneurship, inspiring countless individuals to pursue their dreams.

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