
Laura Gideon
Funding Strategist, Grant Writer, SBA, VC and Startup Capital Consultant
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Expérience professionnelle
Funding Strategist & Business Consultant
Harmony Institute • Freelance
Jun 2023 - Present • 3 yrs 1 mo
I've been working with Harmony Institute to secure funding through investor-ready business plans, grant proposals, SBA loan packages, and VC pitch decks. My role includes conducting market research, building financial models, and developing persuasive funding narratives that improve approval and investment success rates. I support clients from early-stage idea development to funding acquisition, helping them position their businesses for scalability, sustainability, and investor confidence across U.S. funding ecosystems.
Grant Writer & Investment Proposal Specialist
Charity Safaris • Freelance
May 2021 - May 2023 • 2 yrs
I Developed high-impact grant proposals for Charity Safaris, business cases, and funding applications for nonprofits and small businesses seeking government and private funding. Specialized in aligning client missions with grant requirements, improving approval success rates through structured storytelling, compliance review, and financial documentation. Collaborated with founders and nonprofit leaders to refine funding strategies, strengthen investor readiness, and secure capital for program expansion and business growth.