Finance meets founder mentality

I'm Remo, a startup executive, investor, and fractional CFO based in Zurich with a global mindset (and often a boarding pass). I work at the intersection of entrepreneurship, tech, and venture investing, helping founders and investment teams build solid financial and operational foundations in fast-moving, high-uncertainty environments.

I've been on both sides of the table: operating as CFO and COO at VC-backed startups, and deploying capital as a venture investor. This dual perspective shapes how I think about finance: not as a back-office function, but as a strategic lever for growth.

What I Do

Strategic finance and operations for startups navigating growth, complexity, and uncertainty.

Financial Modeling & Decision Support

Pragmatic models that founders actually use — runway planning, scenario analysis, and investor reporting dashboards.

Treasury & Cash Management

Multi-currency treasuries across fiat and crypto. Managing burn, liquidity, risk exposure, and operational controls.

Operational Setup & Scaling

Finance and ops infrastructure, processes, and tooling that scale with your company instead of slowing it down.

AI-Driven Automation

Applying AI tools to reporting, workflows, and internal processes to reduce manual work and increase speed.

Fundraising Support

Equity and token raises, cap tables, investor updates, board materials, and sparring partner during negotiations.

Investment Due Diligence

Startup scouting and commercial assessments for angels, VCs, and strategic investors.

Background

Professional Experience

COO at Dialectic — a crypto-native investment firm managing several hundred million USD across liquid strategies, venture funds, and on-chain infrastructure
CFO & Head of Business Operations at DeSci Labs — a fully remote, VC-backed Web3 startup where I led finance, operations, treasury, fundraising, and regulatory work
Venture Capital Investment Manager at TX Ventures — early-stage FinTech and software investments
Founder of a crypto research boutique — advising asset managers, corporates, and investors
Earlier experience in strategy consulting and asset management (BlackRock, Accenture, PwC)

Education

MA in Economics and Business Administration (major in Banking & Finance) and BA in Economics and Business Administration from University of Zurich, with time abroad in Vienna and Hong Kong.

Beyond the Spreadsheet

Swiss, originally from Lucerne, now based in Zurich — though I've spent meaningful time living and working abroad. In 2021-22, I took a year off to travel through Latin America and work independently before going deeper into Web3.

I learn best by building, testing, and iterating in public. I hosted a podcast called Leaptakers — conversations with founders and investors about taking the leap, building companies, and navigating the uncertainty that comes with it. The name says it all: I believe in learning by doing, not waiting for the perfect moment.

When I'm not buried in financial models, you'll find me snowboarding in the Alps, exploring a new city, playing boardgames with friends, dancing salsa, or hunting for authentic Mexican food. I spend a lot of time reading and thinking — Naval and Tim Ferriss have shaped how I approach work and life. I also enjoy investing on the side and trying out new products and tools.

Let's Talk

Whether you're a founder looking for financial support, an investor exploring opportunities, or just want to connect — I'd love to hear from you.

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