# Chris Seidensticker > Startup COO / CFO with $500M+ in exits and raises. Startup COO / CFO with $500M+ in exits and raises. Ex-CFO at Compound Labs, ClearMetal (acq. by Project44), and Astro Gaming (acq. by Skullcandy). Partnered with 50+ founding teams to raise $250M+ in equity and debt and close to $350M+ in M&A deals. Fractional CFO / COO for 50+ VC-backed startups across consumer tech, web3/crypto, SaaS, and fintech. Led $50M+ rounds, managed multiple company exits, someone’s simultaneously, and extended runway during high-risk operating conditions. Founder of Anti-Cacophony Partners, advising on fundraising, M&A, FP&A, and ops strategy. Things I can advise on: ✔️ How to structure startup finances ✔️ Fundraising from VCs & lenders ✔️ Guidance on financial modeling ✔️ Best practices for venture debt ✔️ M&A prep and exit strategy ✔️ How to scale back-office ops ✔️ Advice on fractional finance leadership I help founders drive clarity in finance and operations—especially when the stakes are high. **Rating:** 5/5 (2 reviews) ## Offerings - Video call (15 min): $200.00 ## Subscription Plans - Fractional CFO ($10000.00/month) - Finance & Ops Advisor ($2000.00/month) ## Example Questions - I’m thinking of starting a company. What are the next few things I should focus on? - How do I know if my business idea will work? - How would you approach growth for my business? - What key metrics should I aim for at different stages to be a best in class company? ## Links - [Expert profile](/ChrisSeidensticker) - [Avatar](https://media.intro.co/avatars/1197000lqu9t-PX.jpg) - [Marketplace](/marketplace)