

Founders 1:1 Advisory Session | Building your Finance Infrastructure
Location: Online
Building a finance function is one of the most critical and challenging parts of scaling a startup. With over 20 years of experience in CFO and VP level appointments, Andrew Waters has partnered with founders from Seed through Series C, helping them navigate key growth moments and avoid costly missteps. From making the first finance hire to building a fully scalable finance team, he has worked hands-on with startups to design and strengthen their finance infrastructure. These one-to-one advisory sessions offer founders practical, experience-led guidance tailored to their stage of growth.
What you can expect:
Guidance on when and who to hire first in finance, and how your needs change after your first raise
Building a scalable finance function, including critical roles, structure, and timing
Common finance hiring mistakes founders make, and how to avoid them
A private and exclusive 1:1 space where you can gain valuable insights, including access to free content such as Salary Guides and CFO playbooks.
About the hosts:
Andrew Waters, Zanda Co-Founder and Mentor, supports high-growth technology startups with finding the exceptional CFOs and senior finance leaders who make an impact. Our approach is driven by a deep understanding of startup needs, a powerful network built through trusted partnerships, and years of industry expertise. Get to know more about Zanda on our website.
These sessions are limited, so please apply for the waiting list and we will be in touch if slots are still available.