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Paul Fifield
4x Founder | Early Stage Investor | CEO Coach | EIR | Non-Exec | Musician
Paul Fifield is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in establishing and expanding UK-based companies in the US and global markets. With a primary focus on technology and the internet, Paul has co-founded and scaled two companies while joining two others at early stages, assuming roles like Chief Revenue Officer and non-exec board member.
The companies under his leadership now boast a cumulative sales figure of $200M, employ 1200 professionals across the US and UK, and possess a total valuation surpassing $1.5B. Notably, two of these companies exhibit EBITDA margins exceeding 40% and have achieved market leadership in the US after originating in the UK. Paul has successfully secured over $100M in venture capital primarily from US-based investors throughout various financing rounds.
In his current capacity, Paul Fifield serves as a trusted mentor to CEOs within venture-backed firms, offering guidance and support to portfolio companies associated with Episode 1 in London and Bessemer in the US. He remains actively engaged in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, leveraging his extensive experience and knowledge to drive growth and success within the startups he advises.
Paul's educational background includes studying Computer Science at London Metropolitan University and attending Hills Road Sixth Form College. Over the course of his career, he has been aligned with esteemed organizations such as Bessemer Venture Partners, Episode 1 Ventures, and Stage 2 Capital, holding various roles ranging from Operating Advisor to CEO Coach. Additionally, Paul has been involved in multiple startups, assuming key positions like CEO, Co-founder, and Chief Revenue Officer, contributing significantly to their strategic growth and market prominence.