Patrick Pestalozzi, MBA, is a former management consultant and Silicon Valley executive who is actively involved in the creation, financing, and development of multiple deep-tech startups. As a mentor, adviser, and coach to early-stage and mature organizations, he helps founders in the areas of growth strategies, product management, organizational design, international development, and sales performance. As a dual Swiss/U.S. citizen who speaks English, French, and German, he maintains global insight and cultural sensitivity from extensive travel and work in over 60 countries.