Ladi Joseph

Investment Readiness Consultant | Master of Science in Investment Analysis

Wembley, England, United Kingdom

About

I am an investment consultant dedicated to de-risking early-stage ventures and preparing founders to secure growth capital. My approach combines engineering-grade precision with strategic financial modelling to ensure startups aren’t just "pitch-ready" but truly "investment-grade." My technical skillset includes building Excel-based DCF models and performing sensitivity analyses for startups and established firms such as Amazon. I utilise Python and R for predictive equity forecasting and macroeconomic regression, providing a data-driven lens to startup profitability and valuation modelling. As a strategy consultant, I delivered stakeholder-led analysis for major mergers and built models generating £200k in new revenue. Currently pursuing an MSc in Investment Analysis (Expected Distinction) and a candidate in the CFA Program (Level 1, Feb 2026), I translate complex market signals into actionable financial strategies. Whether it’s building DCF valuation models, analyzing unit economics, or architecting pitch narratives, I focus on the metrics that matter to VCs and institutional investors. Through my work at PitchHub, I support an ecosystem that has helped 1,500+ founders raise over £14M.

Experience

  • Investment Readiness Consultant at PitchHub
    Feb 2026 - Present · 5 mos

    - Spearheaded market mapping and competitive analysis for AI-driven digital products, identifying high-potential segments to validate product-market fit and future scalability for early-stage ventures. - Designed a robust pipeline of qualified institutional investors and strategic partners, streamlining the fundraising funnel to increase capital-raising efficiency for founders. - Architected strategic outreach campaigns that secured high-value discovery calls, utilizing data-driven messaging to showcase the unit economics and value propositions of digital investment tools. - Co-facilitated high-impact workshops on investment readiness, directly contributing to PitchHub's track record in training over 1,500 founders, as well as raising £14M+ in growth capital. - De-risked investment opportunities by refining startup pitch materials and value propositions, ensuring alignment with investor expectations for exit strategies and series-level funding. - Optimised CRM workflows to track investor engagement and deal flow progression, providing transparency into the lead pipeline and improving conversion metrics. - Collaborated on the strategic refinement of pricing models and market positioning, ensuring competitive advantage and sustainable growth potential within the UK startup ecosystem.

  • Strategy Consultant at Alchemmy
    Oct 2023 - Aug 2024 · 11 mos

    ● Spearheaded discovery of document storage processes of government body, through analysing user data, capturing pain points and use cases to produce 200-page report of recommendations. ● Captured and validated business and technical requirements across 7 operating groups for the MHRA, driving technological enhancements, and informing transformation across the agency. ● Led the development and implementation of lead generation database, capturing requirements through workshops with key stakeholders, tracking performance via Power BI dashboards. ● Engineered a data capture and visualisation tool to assess employee competencies, work experience and skills, facilitating targeted upskilling initiatives and optimising project scheduling. ● Designed and documented functional model and core processes within SMEs’ business areas, identifying inefficiencies and pain points through collaborative interviews and workshops. ● Revamped the Operational Improvement Centre of Excellence, creating a marketable offering by leveraging past project successes and industry-wide insights to drive client engagement. ● Crafted a strategic development plan for a consultancy, addressing key challenges in digital transformation and cybersecurity through rigorous market research and value proposition design. ● Standardised social value statements across the company, managing cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality documentation that enhances client engagement and brand positioning. ● Developed a compelling business case for acquiring a market research platform, using the tool to identify strategic opportunities and shape the organisation’s long-term growth strategy. ● Led cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders to drive ISO 27001 preparation, overseeing risk assessment, spot checks and policy development to ensure compliance and readiness.

  • Business Analyst at Business Full Spectrum
    Mar 2023 - Jul 2023 · 5 mos

    • Spearheaded the strategic implementation of a client-centric online Ticketing System for an IT Consulting Company, analyzing organizational processes and customer touchpoints to ensure alignment with customer experience enhancement objectives. • Orchestrated cross-functional collaboration involving stakeholders, support staff, and IT management, employing effective communication and negotiation skills to gain consensus and streamline decision-making. • Implemented a robust project management framework using Trello, ensuring adherence to timelines, resource optimization, and successful delivery of the project within stipulated milestones. • Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement through data-driven insights, translating into innovative solutions that elevated customer satisfaction and retention metrics.

  • Financial Analyst at Scaling Academy
    Jan 2022 - Feb 2023 · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Partnered with internal stakeholders and clients to develop and implement commercial models, resulting in acquiring 5 key clients through developing key relationships, aligning financial strategy with business value. • Delivered insightful financial analysis, monthly reporting, and rolling forecasts used in strategic decision-making, supporting performance reviews and enabling leadership to drive profitability. • Built robust financial models and UML-mapped processes to improve operational efficiency and support business case evaluation, directly contributing to a 39% increase in net income. • Conducted cost efficiency reviews and tailored growth plans for post-funded start-ups, enhancing financial planning and ensuring long-term commercial viability

  • Sports Student Involvement Officer at Loughborough University Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering
    Sep 2020 - Jun 2022 · 1 yr 10 mos

    • Researched, and recruited university students for football, netball and basketball teams • Consulted with Social Sport executives to organize events and initiatives for sporting events • Maintained communication channels and excel databases with teams and committees. • Consistently maintained a top 3 position across all positions winning 2 titles.