Steve
Ciesinski

Board Member, Advisor, Lecturer, Investor

Steve
Ciesinski

Board Member, Advisor,  Lecturer, Investor

Mentoring Tech and Science-Based Companies to Lead, Innovate, and Succeed in Their Markets

Steve Ciesinski is a seasoned executive, investor, and advisor with a proven track record of success in the technology industry. He partners with entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and executives of tech-driven companies – from high-growth startups to global enterprises – helping them navigate complex business landscapes, scale operations, and achieve market leadership.

“Don’t be constrained by what is, open up your mind to what could be…”

– Steve Ciesinski

By working with Steve, your company will benefit from:

Global Business Expertise

Operational Growth Strategies

Diverse Industry Knowledge

Leadership & Collaboration

Why Work With Steve?

Steve offers strategic advisory and board membership services to help tech and science-based companies achieve their ambitious goals.

Governance Framework

As an Advisor and Board Member, Steve Provides Guidance in Multiple Dimensions

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EXECUTIVE COACHING

Providing insight on building strong executive teams, communication with board and investors, other leadership development.

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BUSINESS MODEL ADAPTATION & GROWTH STRATEGY

Helping your business evolve its model to capture new markets and scale effectively.

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ORGANIZATIONAL PLANNING

Advising on organizational structure and executive coaching.

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PRODUCT POSITIONING & GO-TO-MARKET STRATEGY

Crafting market-entry strategies and aligning teams to execute with clarity and impact.

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FUNDING STRATEGY & CAPITAL ALLOCATION

Shaping funding strategies and ensuring capital is allocated for growth and sustainability.

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INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY

Offering insights into emerging technologies to keep your company ahead of the curve.

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ADVISING & EXECUTIVE RECRUITING

Providing strategic guidance while helping you attract and retain top-tier executive talent.

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INVESTMENT & FINANCIAL OVERSIGHT

Supporting smart capital decisions, investor relations, and overall financial governance.

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RISK MANAGEMENT & COMPLIANCE

Creating systems to proactively manage risk and meet regulatory or operational requirements.

Success Stories

EXECUTIVE COACHING

Steve was asked to coach a hard driving, intense VP of Sales into a poised, business-like General Manager with P&L responsibilities for an international multi-billion dollar company.  With Steve’s help, the client learned how to handle various departments within the large company: HR, Customer Support, Accounting.

Results:

  • Client promoted to GM in one year.
  • Many compliments from peers and subordinates on client’s improved temperament and skill sets.

BOARD MEMBER ADVISING

Another coaching project involved assisting the Founder/CEO of a private company to develop a more professional relationship with his board and board members.  Details include creating specific agendas, scheduling regular board meetings, and developing long term strategic plans. 

Results:

  • High friction internal issue was resolved through compromise.
  • Key senior financial officer has been hired to assist with board preparation.

BUSINESS STRATEGY

Steve worked closely with a young woman entrepreneur to support the growth of her international retail business. Through regular Zoom and in-person meetings, he helped her refine the overall business strategy and guided her through the process of preparing a term sheet for her first institutional round of financing. 

Results:

  • Strategy proved especially effective for supply chain optimization.
  • Target market was highly resilient during the COVID years.
  • Secured initial institutional funding and a follow-on round.

PRODUCT PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

A software tools company based in Istanbul engaged Steve to develop their go-to-market and financing strategies. Over a series of strategic planning sessions, Steve helped the team articulate their unique value proposition, prioritize sales channels, and identify key investors aligned with their growth vision. The result was a clear roadmap to launch and scale effectively in international markets.

Results:

  • Secured successful financing from targeted investors.
  • Go-to-market strategy currently being implemented.
  • Team is executing with increased confidence and clarity.

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