Michael DeBoard
CFO
Michael partners with early and growth-stage startups, delivering comprehensive CFO and financial advisory services designed to optimize scaling and secure funding. His expertise spans financial planning, accounting operations, fundraising strategy, investor relations, and operational finance.
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"Helping Founders Build Visions." 

As the Founder of StrategyPlus, a talent firm delivering clients with top-tier, trusted professionals, Michael brings over 15 years of experience working with numerous venture-backed startups. His background covers SaaS, AI, fintech, agtech, and emerging tech sectors, where he has provided leadership on cash flow management, financial modeling, board reporting, and M&A readiness.

Michael has been instrumental in guiding startups and teams through growth phases, from $0 to over $50M+ in ARR. He has facilitated closing early-stage funding from a diverse range of investors, including high-net-worth individuals, venture capitalists, and family offices.

Committed to the success of his clients, Michael collaborates closely with founders to navigate the intricate landscape of startup finance, proactively managing risk and ensuring companies are thoroughly prepared for investor conversations, due diligence processes, and sustainable long-term growth.

The way to create alpha is through talent.
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About Michael

San Francisco Bay Area finance executive and Co-Founder of StrategyPlus, Michael DeBoard, CPA, MBA, believes that the best financial strategies are built on trusted relationships and compelling storytelling – not just spreadsheets. With 15 years of transforming financial operations for venture-backed companies, he's the fractional CFO who sees beyond the numbers to unlock growth potential.

Michael's journey began in private equity tax consulting at Deloitte where he learned that every number tells a story. His progression through operational finance roles – from Deloitte to revenue operations at Meta – taught him that great CFOs don't just manage finances, they drive strategy. This philosophy led him to become a founding team member at an early stage SaaS startup, where he helped raise $7M in early stage capital, building the company's financial foundation from the ground up.

As Co-Founder of StrategyPlus, Michael partners with mission-driven Founders and CEOs who need more than traditional financial management – they need a strategic financial partner who understands that sustainable growth requires both analytical rigor and creative vision. 
"I never wanted to start my own company before I met Michael. He brings both inspiration and ability" ~ Phillip Oaks, Co-Founder, StrategyPlus