How Skincare Brand Co-Founder Raised Over £165,000 of Equity Funding, Before Launch — at a 9-Figure Valuation.
Syed Ahmed Coaching
- Created a world-class Investment Plan, Financial Model, and Pitch Deck
- Built a clear go-to-market strategy
- Formed an experienced senior management team
- Gained introductions to investor networks
“It’s been a pleasure building a brand with Syed. As an ambitious start-up, we raised six figures in capital at a seven-figure company valuation! Providing critical funding to scale the business.”
— Faiza H, Co-Founder, Luxury Skincare Brand ★★★★★
The Results
- Raised £185,000 for her Skincare brand in pre-seed capital at a 9-figure valuation without a market-ready product
- Launched and achieved six-figure revenues in a week!
Impact Snapshot
| Metric | Before | With Syed Ahmed Coaching |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Raised | £12,000 | £165,000 |
| Valuation | Product stage | 9-figure valuation |
| Product Status | Concept | Launched, six-figure revenue |
| Investor Access | None | Warm introductions through Syed |
| Team | Co-founder | Structured team and board |
What Aspiring Founders Can Learn
- You need more than a product to raise capital. You need the right strategy and investment plan.
- Access to investor networks and warm introductions is key.
- Strategic coaching saves years of costly mistakes.
Ready to Build Your Own Success Story?
Whether you're at the idea stage or stuck raising your first round, Syed Ahmed Coaching gives you the tools, structure, and investor access to raise capital, grow fast, and scale big.
Email: syed@syed-ahmed.com
What the Funding Made Possible
- Developed and manufactured proprietary formulations
- Conducted consumer and clinical testing
- Executed marketing and influencer campaigns
- Secured product trials with top-tier retailers
- Built strong social media presence
Why You Can’t Do This Alone
Raising capital and scaling a business is not just about passion — it's about know-how, strategy, and access. Many entrepreneurs waste years trying to figure it out themselves, burning time, money, and energy.
Syed Ahmed Coaching provides:
- Proven structure to turn ideas into investable business models
- Fast-track to investor-ready pitch decks and business plans
- Direct access to investor networks
ROI: Coaching vs Doing It Alone
| Factor | With Syed Ahmed Coaching | Doing It Alone |
|---|---|---|
| Time to Raise Capital | 3–6 months | 12–24 months |
| Investor Pitch Quality | Professional, structured | Unclear, lacks credibility |
| Access to Networks | Warm investor introductions | Cold outreach |
| Chances of Raising Capital | High – investor trust built in | Low – lacks strategy |
| Funding Impact | Supports scale across all areas | Limited progress |
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