# Axel Coustere > 3x tech founder, Raised $10M+ & $15B in capital markets. 3x tech founder, ex-investment banker. Raised $10M+ for startups & $15B in capital markets. CEO @ Astellar AI. Founder & CEO of Astellar AI, building AI-driven automation solutions for B2B companies. Previously co-founded HUBX, a private deal syndication platform backed by LSEG and Barclays Ventures, with $2B in transactions hosted. Raised $10M+ as a founder and $15B for clients over a decade in investment banking at Goldman Sachs, Barclays, and BNP Paribas. Board advisor to fintech and AI startups, helping founders scale, raise capital, and deploy AI solutions. Things I can advise on: ✔️ How to launch a startup ✔️ Fundraising from VCs & investors ✔️ Scaling fintech & AI businesses ✔️ Product & go-to-market strategy ✔️ Automating operations with AI ✔️ Building B2B SaaS platforms ✔️ M&A and exit strategy I love working with founders and look forward to connecting with you! **Rating:** 5/5 (2 reviews) ## Offerings - Video call (15 min): $95.00 ## Example Questions - What is your project in a few words? - How can I best help you in this session? - What are your biggest challenges? ## Links - [Expert profile](/axelcoustere) - [Avatar](https://media.intro.co/avatars/1038699Ej9LWOAt.jpg) - [Marketplace](/marketplace)