StartOut
Herman F. is an experienced professional in venture capital and customer success, currently serving as an Expert in Residence focusing on pitch decks and venture capital readiness at StartOut. Previously, Herman was a Venture Fellow at BLCK VC, where expertise was developed in preparing Black technology executives for roles in fund management and investment. As an advisor at The Swarm, strategic counsel on customer success and onboarding was provided to enhance user experience before the platform's public launch. Herman also held the position of Head of Customer, partnering closely with early-stage founders to navigate startup scaling challenges. At Sequoia Capital, contributions were made to build high-impact teams for early-stage companies, while prior roles include Account Manager at ofo and Captain in operations and logistics management with the US Army. Herman holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Central Missouri.
StartOut
StartOut accelerates the growth of the LGBTQ+ community to drive its economic empowerment, building a world where every LGBTQ+ entrepreneur has equal access to lead, succeed, and shape the workforce of the future. Join the StartOut community: Visit our website to join 18,000+ like-minded entrepreneurs worldwide. You get first-hand advice from investors, founders and thought leaders. It’s through these connections that we empower you to grow your business. General Info: StartOut is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation. Its national Board of Directors have made significant contributions to the field of entrepreneurship and are committed to the success of the LGBTQ+ community.