Assessing the intangibles.

“In looking for people to hire, look look for three qualities: integrity, intelligence and energy." –Warren Buffet

Diligence of the management team is both science and art. It includes surfacing the intangibles, assessing strengths and weaknesses, fit for role and much more. A lot of startup CEOs are unproven rookies, and investors have very little relevant data to make a judgment call. At the same time, everyone is in a rush to close the investment so there is a great deal of decision bias going on. That’s where we come in.

The attributes and level of development of the chief executive and leadership team are difficult, if not impossible, to assess in a few meetings. Evolve Impact consultants have a track record of more than one hundred assessments and dozens of mentoring engagements with early-stage startups. We have experience launching programs in venture capital and business acceleration. It takes tools, distance and experience to measure the integrity of the CEO, their strategic thinking, ability to share a compelling vision, interpersonal energy and inclination to lead a team of high performers. We understand the personality and mindset of the entrepreneur and what they bring to the table.

Using an assessment approach that draws from the frameworks of Integral Coaching®, Somatic Coaching, Conscious Business Coaching and Entrepreneurial Leadership, we help investors get a grounded sense for the management team, reducing their risk on investment.

How It Works

Management Diligence Packages

We offer coaching packages to both investors and startup clients.

Timeframe

A typical assessment is turned around in 4-6 weeks, and longer if 360 feedback is involved.

Includes

• 1:1 Interviews and Informational Questionnaire

• Group Interview(s)

• Psychometric Assessments

• Analysis and Reporting

• 360 feedback with up to 10 internal stakeholders (optional)