Chris Fenster: Founder, Propeller Industries
Propeller has been fortunate to partner with over 1,000 companies attempting to navigate the complexities of early-stage company-building, and Phil’s financial acumen, resourcefulness and adaptability are second to none.
His collaborative spirit brought immense value to our relationship and his strategic insights perfectly complemented our team’s efforts, fostering an environment of mutual trust and respect. I don’t imagine that many companies will ever experience the level of complexity or pace of change that we saw at Olipop, but for any who do, Phil’s wisdom and grace under pressure are a truly extraordinary asset.
Justin Mares: Co-Founder Truemed
Phil was instrumental in establishing a strong financial foundation for Truemed, setting us up for future success.
His expertise in building out our initial processes was critical during a period of rapid growth, and we are incredibly grateful for his contributions.
David Lester: Co-Founder, Olipop
If you’re a start-up founder with revenues of $0-$75M then this may be the best tip you will get all year.
There are a number of people who I would put in the category ‘we wouldn’t be here without them. Phil is one of them.
Phil has worked with Ben and I to provide strategic finance support across two ventures and help us scale. He is a calm head in the most troubled waters and someone every early stage founder would want in their corner.
Victor Guardiola: Co-Founder, Bawi Agua Fresca
Phil brought much-needed structure and clarity to our financial operations at a critical stage of growth. He translated complex financial concepts into clear, actionable insights for our leadership team, enabling smarter decision-making across the board.
His strategic guidance and investor-ready modeling played a key role in positioning us for a stronger valuation and a successful capital raise.
Beyond his technical expertise, Phil is a calm, thoughtful presence—someone you can trust in high-stakes conversations. I highly recommend him to any business looking to elevate its financial discipline and fundraising strategy.
Phil provided exceptional financial analysis and support to our company, significantly enhancing our internal KPI reporting and board deck preparation.
His expertise in capital allocation and streamlining accounting processes has transformed our operations, allowing us to make more informed decisions with confidence.
We are grateful for Phil's professionalism and insight, which have proven invaluable to our success.