Deb Kranz

Deb Kranz is the Owner of Waypoint Capital, a financial services firm that specializes in providing support to startups and venture capital firms. She has a robust background in finance, having previously founded Kranz & Associates, which became a prominent interim financial services company recognized for its expertise in Silicon Valley.

Professional Background

• Education: Deb holds a degree in Secretarial and Business studies from Harris School of Business in Westmont, NJ.
• Experience:
  • Waypoint Capital: As the Owner, she oversees operations and strategic decision-making.
  • Kranz & Associates: Founded and led this successful firm for 25 years, focusing on financial services for startups and venture capital firms.
  • Launch Finance: In 2019, she co-founded this women-owned financial services firm to enhance financial support for startups at various growth stages.

Expertise

Deb Kranz is recognized as a financial leader with over 35 years of experience in strategic executive roles across public and private companies. Her expertise includes:

• Leading mergers and acquisitions (M&A) valued at $3.25 billion.
• Specializing in fundraising, debt management, and IPOs.
• Extensive experience with Fortune 100 companies and Big Four CPA firms.

Her diverse skill set makes her a valuable asset in the fields of business, accounting, and administration.1