Helping early-stage startups build momentum with strategic clarity and investor readiness
Denver, CO – April 2, 2025 – In a powerful move to bolster early-stage entrepreneurship, Chief of Chaos, a top-tier growth and performance marketing consultancy, has officially unveiled its Pre-Seed Services division. This new launch is laser-focused on delivering tailored support to pre-revenue startups—offering them the structure, strategy, and network required to accelerate growth and secure critical early-stage funding.
Empowering the Next Generation of Founders
Spearheading this initiative is Diane Bailey, the newly appointed Chief of Startups at Chief of Chaos. With a legacy of startup success, including her leadership at The Founder Institute—the world’s largest pre-seed accelerator—Bailey brings decades of practical insight into startup incubation, founder mentorship, and investor engagement.
“Most startups fail not because of a bad idea, but because they lack the right structure, strategy, and support to bring it to life,” said Matt Frary, CEO and Founder of Chief of Chaos. “Diane brings the grit, wisdom, and real-world startup experience needed to give these founders their best shot at success.”
A Full Suite of Pre-Seed Services for Startups
The Chief of Chaos Pre-Seed Services are designed to meet startups where they are—and elevate them to where they need to be. These services include:
- Pitch Deck Design & Coaching
Craft investor-ready presentations that tell a compelling startup story. - Business Model Validation
Pressure-test assumptions with experienced strategists and real market data. - Go-To-Market Strategy
Build scalable growth engines and marketing plans that get traction early. - Founder Coaching
Receive direct guidance from veteran founders and startup operators. - Capital Readiness Support
Position your company for success in investor conversations and due diligence. - Investor Introductions & Warm Intros
Tap into Chief of Chaos’s robust investor network and strategic partners.
Access to a World-Class Startup Incubator Ecosystem
Beyond structured services, startups entering the Chief of Chaos orbit gain access to a powerful startup incubator-style ecosystem. This includes:
- Fractional CMOs
- Media Buyers & Performance Marketers
- Growth Hackers & Brand Strategists
- Partnerships with platforms like Impact.com, Iterate.ai, and more
“We’re here to bring clarity to the chaos of early-stage growth,” said Diane Bailey. “Our mission is to help founders avoid costly missteps and move confidently toward building something that matters — and lasts.”
Why Pre-Seed Support Matters
Many early-stage founders operate in uncertainty, with limited access to the support systems that can validate their vision and turn it into a venture-backable business. Chief of Chaos recognizes this critical gap and offers a startup incubator-style safety net with the agility of a boutique consultancy.
Whether it’s refining a pitch for angel investors or identifying market traction strategies, the new division ensures that founders don’t have to walk the pre-seed path alone.
Are you a startup looking for structured growth, funding, and clarity?
Visit Chief of Chaos and explore how their pre-seed services can turn your startup idea into a scalable, investor-ready business.