It's time that I shared with you my path
Hi, I'm Anna Mazarsky, the founder and CEO of pitchUP - startup fundraising solutions and I'm on a mission to change the world, one startup at a time.
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From a young age, I always dreamt of making a positive impact and leaving the world in a better condition than I found it. This drive led me on a remarkable journey that brought me to where I am today.
Born in Kazakhstan and raised in the former USSR, my family's decision to move to Israel presented us with numerous challenges. With no language, money, or connections, we had to reinvent ourselves from scratch. I took on responsibilities beyond my years. By the age of 18, I was managing a small call center, and after my ar
my service, I successfully expanded a tele-meeting center for an insurance company. But it was my experience working as the assistant to the head of fundraising at Latet, an Israeli humanitarian aid organization, that truly ignited my passion for fundraising.
During my 8 years at Latet, I spearheaded significant fundraising projects and established new activities that continue to thrive today. I r
aised over $25 million from high net worth individuals, corporations, and foundations, honing my networking skills and training over 150 fundraising reps.
Armed with a BA in Economics, a Global MBA, and a drive to make a broader impact, I started my own fundraising agency in 2015.
Crafting compelling content and leveraging my personal fundraising experience, I helped startups raise over $60M, close deals worth $1B+
, and sell companies.
However, I soon recognized a common barrier among founders who struggled to raise funds: they don't understand the fundraising process. It is far from simple, and success goes beyond having a good idea and a beautiful pitch deck. It requires a solid strategy, impeccable preparation, and the ability to answer tough investor questio
ns.
Determined to address this gap, I founded pitchUP - startup fundraising solutions. We combine my training and fundraising experience with coaching and guidance, offering a unique and effective approach to fundraising. With our help, startups have raised millions of dollars and transformed their fundraising strategies. I've built a talented team of experts in marketing, finance, grants, and branding to provide comprehensive support to our clients.
Balancing my entrepreneurial journ
ey with motherhood and maintaining a women empowerment blog on IG keeps me on my toes. Sometimes, I even feel like a Wonder Woman.
And now it's your turn – tell me, what would you need and want from me to help you succeed better?
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