Describe your company: “NXSTEP is a web-based platform that provides an unmatched method for prospective students to learn more about colleges and universities through 1-on-1 match-made conversations with current students.”
Why did you apply to Race to Revenue, and what are you hoping to get out of the experience? “I applied to Race to Revenue mainly to surround myself with other entrepreneurs and gain more professional help from people who are experienced in the realm of startups and business development.”
How have you been helped so far in your venture, and what sort of mentoring are you looking for in the future? “The IDEA Center has definitely been a great help in terms of initial funding, however, we definitely look forward to utilizing the larger Race to Revenue network in order to receive more relevant advice and hands-on assistance.”
What do you want to learn more about, relating to business development in general or your own company/venture specifically? “I would love to learn more about effective marketing (especially double-sided marketing) and more about key metrics and analytics.”
Fun fact: “Steve Jobs was once fired from Apple.”
Favorite place to get tacos: “Definitely Taco Bell.”