Advisor — Investor Relations (Fundraising)
We are entering a focused fundraising phase and are looking for an Advisor — Investor Relations to help us re-engage our existing investor network, build a new pipeline of aligned seed investors (VCs + Angels welcome), and drive a consistent cadence of high-quality investor meetings. This includes measuring our conversion rates and progress toward our fundraising goals.
This is a highly execution-oriented role for someone who has done this before—who understands the mechanics, psychology, and operational discipline required to support an early-stage raise.
During the interview process you will propose items to include in a paid 2-week sprint which will constitute the final hiring “experience” – where you can both deliver immediate value and outcomes (eg: by the end of your first day) as well as assess the ongoing needs of the Investor Relations process and our CRM (HubSpot), and propose a broader plan of action and improvement – a 30/60/90 day plan you will present after you conclude the 2-week sprint.
Status
(1) Opening
Can start immediately
Target milestone: materially increased investor meeting cadence as soon as January 5
Reports To: CEO (Michael Barnes)
Flexible Schedule
10 hours per week
Ceiling negotiable based on impact and availability
Flexible schedule, with responsiveness during business hours as needed
This role is outcome-driven, not time-clock-driven
Compensation
$25–$50/hour, commensurate with experience
Opportunity to revisit scope and compensation based on performance and fundraising progress
Role Objective (What Success Looks Like)
Between now and as soon as January 5, you will help Viva:
Re-engage 100+ investors who have previously participated in our fundraising process or invested
Build a new, stage-appropriate investor funnel (seed stage; $25k– $1M+ checks) via warm introductions
Achieve a steady cadence of ~8 booked investor meetings per week
Operationalize the entire investor pipeline in HubSpot CRM, with clear visibility and momentum
Roles & Responsibilities: Investor Funnel & CRM Ownership
Build and manage Viva’s Investor Relations pipeline in HubSpot
Ensure clean data, clear stages, and disciplined follow-up
Track outreach, intros, meetings, notes, and next steps with rigor
Re-Engage Existing Investors
Thoughtfully re-activate 100+ known investors and prior participants
Frame outreach as advice-giving conversations, not transactional asks
Coordinate timely scheduling, prep, and follow-ups
New Investor Sourcing (Warm-Intro Only)
Identify new angels and VCs aligned with:
Pre-seed / seed stage
$25k–$1M+ check sizes
Proactively surface mutual connections and request warm introductions
Work closely with the CEO to prioritize outreach and sequencing
Meeting Cadence & Process Excellence
Convert outbound and intro-based engagement into 8+ meetings per week
Schedule and manage:
Pre-meeting preparation
Post-meeting debriefs
Clear, timely follow-ups
Reduce friction and cognitive load for the CEO wherever possible
Direct, Human Communication
Willing and comfortable using calls and texts (when appropriate) to:
Prompt introductions
Nudge scheduling
Maintain momentum
This role requires moving beyond social media / email comfort zones
Must-Have Qualifications
Direct experience supporting or leading pre-seed and/or seed fundraising (multiple times with references)
Well-networked with angels, micro-VCs, and early-stage funds
Strong operational instincts; you naturally bring order to messy processes
Experience working inside HubSpot CRM
High follow-through and responsiveness
Willingness to do real execution work—not just strategy
Preferred / Elite Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to secure warm investor introductions quickly
Prior experience acting as a founder’s “right hand” during a raiseComfort operating with ambiguity and urgency
Bonus challenge (optional but telling):
Find a mutual investor in our shared network (not already an investor) and schedule an advice-giving meeting with the CEO prior to your final interview
Operating Principles (How We’ll Judge Fit)
Bias to Action: 10/10
You move things forward every week without being asked.
Organization & Preparation: 10/10
No dropped balls. No mystery pipelines.
Ability to Woo (Bonus): 10/10
You know how to make busy investors say “yes” to a conversation.
Hiring Team
Michael Barnes, Co-Founder & CEO, Viva Benefits
Brenden Shue, Director of Partnerships (Sales)
José Moreno, Director of Partnerships
If you have helped founders successfully navigate early-stage fundraising and enjoy turning warm networks into real momentum, we’d love to hear from you.
This is an opportunity to make an immediate, visible impact at a pivotal moment for a mission-driven company scaling fast.