Bold Strategies for a16z
Innovative approaches to stand out as a GTM Partner in Financial Services
Standing Out Through Bold Action
In a highly competitive role that will see many qualified candidates, conventional approaches won't suffice. These bold strategies demonstrate my willingness to take calculated risks, my deep understanding of a16z's culture, and my ability to create unique value at the intersection of financial services and technology.
Each strategy is designed to showcase different aspects of my expertise, from strategic thinking and relationship building to market insights and operational execution. Together, they form a comprehensive approach that differentiates me as a candidate who thinks and operates differently.
— a16z Cultural Value
Disclaimer
These bold strategies are presented as ideas for consideration rather than prescriptive solutions. They are based on external research only and would be refined with internal knowledge. The intention is to inspire thoughtful discussion about potential partnership opportunities.
Mercury Banking License & FX Strategy
A comprehensive strategy for Mercury to acquire an ILC charter and develop robust cross-border FX capabilities, increasing revenue by 49-69%.
Financial Institutions Relationship Map: Network Activation
A strategic visualisation of connections between financial executives and a16z portfolio companies, revealing hidden partnership opportunities and ecosystem leverage points, activitating dormant connections.
AI + Financial Services Pilot Proposal
A detailed use case with ROI model showing how a16z portfolio companies can reduce operational costs by 30% for financial institutions.
DeFi War Game Workshop
A structured workshop for financial executives to simulate CBDC crisis scenarios and identify strategic opportunities for a16z portfolio companies.
Fintech Futures Summit
A concept for an executive roundtable bringing together a16z portfolio companies and C-level financial executives to discuss industry transformation.
Shadow Day Proposal
A formal proposal for a 1-day reverse interview where you shadow the GTM team to demonstrate your value-add approach in real-time.
Ready to Bridge the Gap
As a GTM Partner at a16z, I'll bring these bold strategies and more to help portfolio companies forge transformative partnerships with financial institutions.