“IRON” Mike Steadman works at the intersection of founders, capital, and company building, helping early-stage companies sharpen their strategy, define their category, and build something worthy of the fight.

A former Marine Corps Infantry Officer turned founder and venture partner, Mike works with startups before they go to market. Most companies don't fail because of the product. They fail because the market never fully understands what they are.

That's the problem Mike solves.

He helps founders get clear on their category, positioning, and narrative before customers or investors define it for them. Mike build stories that hold up under pressure without relying on the founder to constantly explain them.

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