Many startups can’t build investor‑grade financial models, so they fail to raise capital.
🧩 What this episode covers
Step into Vera’s story — from her roots in analytics and early business exposure, to founding B‑Spot Consulting. She reveals how she helps life sciences and health‑tech startups design robust financial models, validate market opportunities, and build compelling funding decks
🔑 Key Topics & Highlights
- Financial modeling fundamentals for startups
- Forecasting revenue, costs, cash flow, and burn
- Sensitivity analysis & scenario planning
- Market validation and commercialization metrics
- How to communicate models to investors
- Common pitfalls & how to correct course
- Vera’s personal journey & leadership mindset
👥 Guest Links & Resources
- Vera Belaoussoff, B‑Spot Consulting
Website: b-spotconsulting.com
LinkedIn: Vera Belaoussoff
- Thanks to Carl Richards — Podcast expert, Podcast Solutions Made Simple — LinkedIn: Carl Richards
- Fred Crouch (Property Wizard Podcast) — LinkedIn: Fred Crouch
- Jovan Strika, @Hive coworking — LinkedIn: Jovan Strika
- Melanie Webber, business partner — LinkedIn: Melanie Webber
- Wayne Pratt, coach & co‑host — LinkedIn: Wayne Pratt
💡 Sponsor Highlights
We are grateful for support from tools and services that help growth‑stage founders — here are three sponsors you'll find especially useful:
- Descript — make content creation easier with audio/video editing like editing text.
👉 Descript - @Hive — coworking + network community for entrepreneurs and small teams.
👉 Hive - Freshly Brewed Coaching — high impact coaching for professionals ready to level up.
👉 Freshly Brewed Coaching
(Other sponsors: Property Wizard Podcast, Notionhive, East Trade Winds — check them out too!)
🔗 Related links & where to find us
- Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ha8xISONHdE
- Visit our website: knack4business.com
- Want to reach us? Email: info@kreativinsight.com
- Learn more of our episodes: Knack 4 Business Podcast
🗣️ Let’s Talk & Engage
Which part of Vera’s model advice hit you the most? Drop a comment below or tag her.
Have questions about your startup’s financial model? Email us at info@kreativinsight.com .
Don’t forget to read more, share your thoughts, and connect.
Disclaimer: Please note that the Knack 4 Business podcast episodes are meant solely for educational and general informational purposes. The information and opinions contained within are not intended to be professional advice on any subject matter. The thoughts, views, and opinions expressed by the participants are their own beliefs and do not represent the views of the podcast hosts or any affiliated organizations.
It is important to note that this podcast is not a replacement for consulting with certified experts in your area who possess knowledge of your unique situation. The hosts of the podcast, along with any participants or affiliated groups, do not take responsibility for any actions taken or not taken based on the information presented in this episode.
It is highly recommended that individuals seek guidance from their advisors in fields such as accounting, law, or other pertinent areas prior to undertaking any actions or making decisions that may impact their financial, legal, or other aspects of life.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Popular Podcasts
CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.