Zander Ford

Zander Ford is the Founder and Coach at Conscious Founders, a consultancy focused on assisting startups that prioritize both people and the planet. Based in San Francisco, California, he leverages over 25 years of experience in startups and coaching to help clients align their missions, values, culture, and talent.1

Professional Background

Conscious Founders

• Role: Founder and Coach
• Duration: September 2017 - Present
• Focus: Advising early and mid-stage companies that are people and planet-focused. His expertise includes:
  • Fundraising and deal terms
  • Mission alignment
  • Team motivation
  • Revenue operations
  • Partnership strategies.1

Previous Experience

• Global Account Director at BlueKai (2010-2015): Worked on innovative client solutions and developed sales strategies before the company was acquired by Oracle.1
• Co-Founder and CEO of AppNinjas (2009-2010): Successfully launched a top mobile payments app and negotiated its sale within nine months.1
• Account Executive at Internet Broadcasting (2008-2009): Exceeded sales quotas significantly, showcasing his ability to drive revenue.1

Education

Zander holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, which provides him with a strong analytical foundation applicable to his work in technology and startups.1

Personal Interests

His interests span various fields, including:

• Mental health access and efficiency
• Neuroscience and neuro modulation
• Psychedelic psychotherapy
• Artificial intelligence
• Buddhism and oriental medicine.1

Zander Ford's approach emphasizes a service-oriented philosophy in sales, believing that effective sales practices align closely with providing great service to clients.