We guide founders through the
toughest parts of starting a business.
Entrepreneurship is a tough climb. Sleepless nights, tough decisions, and overwhelming uncertainty.
Even with a business roadmap, it’s easy to lose your way. Founders need the right tools to stay on course.
That’s why Startup Compass exists. We guide founders as they go the distance.
It’s just you, and there aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done.
Whether you’re applying for grants, pitching to investors, or seeking loans, securing the resources you need can feel like an impossible climb.
You’ve hired people, but without clear workflows and processes, nothing feels cohesive, and progress stalls.
Key areas like hiring, onboarding, and project management are messy, leaving you stuck in the weeds.
The constant grind is wearing you down, and you’re questioning how much longer you can keep going.
When these issues go unchecked, they snowball into missed opportunities, team disengagement, and burnout. Addressing them is critical to your success as a founder.
Businesses fail in the first year.
Reason is running out of money.
Fail because of team issues, skill gaps, or internal conflicts.
Hi! We’re Brian and Ashley, and Go the Distance isn’t just our slogan. It’s how we live.
Whether it’s starting and scaling businesses, backpacking across the Sierra Nevada, or completing an Ironman, we know what it takes to keep moving forward.
Brian and Ashley shared practical, actionable tools that helped us slow down, focus, and take small steps to improve. I’d absolutely recommend this to other founders navigating uncertainty about growth.
Hearing a real founder share their journey made all the difference. Ashley didn’t just talk theory. She helped us create a strategy. This workshop got me into the right mindset!
The SHAKE framework was a game-changer. I plan to use it to tackle my biggest challenge, which is developing a sustainable revenue model.
Brian and Ashley broke down the startup journey into clear, granular steps and gave us insights we could immediately apply. It was hands-on, practical, and exactly what I needed.
Their operational systems suggestions gave me my time back while keeping the business moving forward.
They understand what founders need.
They showed me how to build workflows that actually work for my business.
Ashley and Brian helped us to redefine our values and started building the company we always envisioned.
The tools and guidance from Brian have given me confidence.
Investor-Ready Storytelling
We help you craft a pitch that connects, inspires confidence, and secures funding, using proven storytelling techniques to present your vision with clarity and impact.
Operational Systems Design
Scaling isn’t magic—it’s about the right systems. We help you streamline workflows, cut chaos, and automate key processes so you can focus on growth, not bottlenecks.
Founder Branding & Identity
Your presence shapes your business. We help you build an authentic brand that earns trust, inspires loyalty, and positions you as a leader so you attract the right investors, team, and customers.
Financial
Forecasting
Your financials tell your business’s story. We simplify forecasting so you can plan for growth, secure funding, and make confident, data-driven decisions.
Culture Building
Your team is the heart of your business, and culture keeps it strong. We help you foster collaboration, keep your team engaged, and hire people who align with your mission.
We’ve Raised Millions
From crafting investor-ready pitches to securing millions in capital, we know what it takes to turn vision into reality and move big ideas forward.
Award-Winning Leadership
Our purpose-driven leadership has earned national and global recognition, including prestigious fellowships, competitive grants, and top prizes in pitch competitions. Along the way, we’ve been celebrated for innovation, impact, and vision.
Operational Excellence
With over a decade of experience, we’ve built businesses, designed systems, and shaped strong cultures. From hiring to growth, we know how solid foundations empower teams to stay aligned and thrive.
Innovators with Proven Results
We’ve worked across tech, design, and education, partnering with major brands to create impactful solutions. From securing enterprise deals to driving engagement, we turn big ideas into measurable results.
With Startup Compass, you’ll have the tools, guidance, and mindset to overcome challenges and turn your vision into reality.
Don’t let the journey overwhelm you. Let’s go the distance together.
