Testimonials

Nick Ornitz

Nick Ornitz

CO-Founder & CEO

"There is no better investment a startup founder can make. Noah has been transformational in helping me step back and see the bigger picture. As a founder, it’s easy to get lost in the daily grind, but Noah’s ability to ask the right questions has helped me uncover the underlying reasons behind my decisions. He’s pushed me to not just face hard calls, but to act on them decisively. His insight and guidance have profoundly impacted my confidence as a leader, my ability to prioritize effectively, and my approach to tough situations. Working with Noah isn’t just about solving immediate challenges; it’s about building the mindset and tools to lead with clarity and purpose. I can’t recommend him enough to any founder looking to level up their leadership."

Mark Gilbert

Mark Gilbert

Founder & CEO

"It has been amazing working with Noah. He has a natural empathy combined with first-hand knowledge of how crazy startups can be, which has been really impactful. It’s helped me get more energy, focus on the right things, stop worrying about things that don’t matter, and he can push me in a way that doesn’t feel like pushing. Our business, my relationship with my co-founder and team, and my sanity are all much stronger because of him. For any founder of a startup, Noah can have a big impact on you and your company."

Alastair Paterson

Alastair Paterson

CEO and co-founder

"Working with Noah has exceeded all my expectations.  It's been my first time working with a 1:1 coach and he has helped me see things that are hard for me to recognize from the inside of my company.  He finds a great balance of gently nudging me to realize things myself and then offering outright opinions and advice himself when I need it. He is also just a good human being that cares about his CEOs and is a pleasure to spend time with.  Highly recommended"

Jeremy Hermann

Jeremy Hermann

Co-Founder

"Working with Noah has been a game-changer for me as a founder. He acts like a high-performance athletic coach, helping me organize my daily and weekly routines to stay at my peak. We focus on everything from tasks to habits like sleep, exercise, and meditation, with clear accountability systems to keep me on track. He’s also my go-to sounding board for tough decisions, cutting through the noise and asking the right questions. I’m more focused, energized, and effective thanks to his guidance."

Ryan Hanley

Ryan Hanley

Founder & CEO

"Noah has made me a better leader of my company while improving my quality of life. The role of solo Founder CEO can be punishing at times. As a previous Founder CEO, Noah has been in my seat. His advice comes with the seasoned perspective of what it looks and feels like to navigate the intensity. He solves not just for the company, but also for me -- for how I'm doing personally, how effectively I'm contributing to the company, and how I can improve in both. In navigating a role of unlimited demands, having Noah on my side has materially improved the effectiveness of my leadership, my relationships with my team, and my quality of life. I'm grateful to have him in my corner."

Victor Wang

Victor Wang

Co Founder & CEO

"Noah is the coach/mentor I never knew I needed. Out of the gates, he centered his coaching around balance and presence, not for some side quest, but to make sure I was in the optimal state of mind to lead my team. He immediately called out serious issues and challenged me with immediate accountability. With his help, I’ve been able to step out of the weeds, focus on what drives results, and make decisions with more clarity and confidence. Noah isn’t just a coach—he’s a partner who deeply understands the journey and knows how to navigate its highs and lows. My leadership has grown, my team is stronger, and our business is moving in the right direction thanks to his guidance. I cannot recommend Noah highly enough."

Paul Lee

Paul Lee

CEO and Co-Founder

"Noah is the best. Signing up with him has been the best thing I’ve done for my mental health and for Patlytics. As a founder, it’s easy to get lost in the chaos of growth, but Noah has helped me find clarity and calm through it. He keeps me focused on what actually matters - both in the business and personally - and gives me tools to manage the stress that comes with scaling fast. Our sessions have made me a better decision-maker, a better leader, and a lot more grounded. Every founder should be lucky enough to have someone like him in their corner."

Ben Eachus

Ben Eachus

CEO and Co-Founder

"Working with Noah has been transformative for me. He’s helped me get ruthless about where I spend my time, separating what truly moves the needle from what just feels productive. More importantly, he’s taught me how to lead with clarity and calm, even under pressure. Our work together has made me sharper, healthier, and more balanced. I’m operating at a higher level across the board and it’s directly reflected in how I show up as a leader."

Justin Melillo

Justin Melillo

Founder & CEO

"Working with Noah has been truly transformative. He has a rare combination of empathy, experience, and wisdom that comes from having been in the founder’s seat himself. Our sessions consistently bring me back to what matters most and help me show up as the best version of myself - for my company, my team, and my life. I’m deeply grateful for his guidance and I highly recommend Noah to any founder seeking a trusted partner who truly understands the journey."

Mike Kadin

Mike Kadin

Co Founder & CEO

"Noah has done an amazing job of helping me with the personal and professional struggles that come with navigating the madness of starting a company. Powered by his natural empathy and his personal experience as a founder, Noah uses gentle questioning and occasionally blunt truths to help me uncover solutions. Noah often tells me that his job is to just force me to look at the obvious. If that's all he's doing, he must be really damn good at that as my mental health, relationship with teammates, and fundamental motivation have all been impacted by our work together."

Julie O'Shaughnessy

Julie O'Shaughnessy

COO

"As a COO, I’ve always thrived in fast-moving environments, but the constant sprint and context switching made it difficult to step back and think strategically. Noah helped me refine how I direct my energy and attention, allowing me to focus on the highest-leverage priorities for the business. Our work together has elevated how I plan, delegate, and lead; creating more clarity, balance, and impact across the organization. His ability to challenge and support  has made me a more effective and grounded operator. I’d recommend him to any CEO or Operator looking to scale their impact and perform at the highest level without burning out."

David DellaPelle

David DellaPelle

CEO & Co-Founder

"Working with Noah has been a force multiplier for me as a CEO. As we’ve been growing fast, he’s helped me turn pressure into focus - cutting through noise, prioritizing what drives results, and managing my energy so I can sustain peak performance. He pushes hard when it matters, calls out blind spots, and helps me move decisively through high-stakes decisions around fundraising, hiring, and strategy. I’ve become a more disciplined leader, my team is sharper, and our company is executing at a higher level because of his coaching."

Ibrahim Ahmed

Ibrahim Ahmed

Co-founder & CTO

"When I first approached Noah, I had a singular goal: ensuring that I don’t burnout. Noah has been through many cycles of the founder journey, and it shows clearly through his temperament and timely guidance. Startups are incredibly hard, and I feel so much more confident in my ability to deliver a win with Noah in my corner. He’s had an impact on many different areas of the business already, and has shown a willingness to dig even deeper and get even more involved to help us win. I look forward to our sessions and always leave with actionable advice and a strong plan on how to solve the problems I’m facing. He’s not afraid to hold me accountable or say the hard (and sometimes obvious) things out loud. If you’re able to get time with Noah, I highly recommend you take advantage of every second you have with him."

George Simons

George Simons

Founder

“Noah is great to work with! He’s a previous founder and has been through it all before. I love the clarity I get after speaking with Noah. I'm not sure how he does it,  but I give him my very complicated problems and he either hands me back simple solutions or helps me untangle the knot myself.”

Greg Volynsky

Greg Volynsky

CEO and Co-Founder

"I chose to work with Noah because of our first call. We had just pivoted and I had a lot on my mind. Noah cut through the noise and asked the questions that actually mattered, helping me reconnect with why I started this journey. As founders, we’re constantly building and rarely stop to reflect; Noah created space for that. He helps me observe how I spend my time and energy, and consider my priorities. Speaking with Noah gives structure to reflection. It elevates intent. I'm grateful for his guidance."

Philip Franta

Philip Franta

Co-Founder & CEO

"Noah had an immediate impact on us and on our business. He helped us focus more on the right things and eliminate distractions and non-essentials. Further, he helped us improve some personal/health habits which led to more sustained energy and focus. Finally, he encouraged us to restructure the team and make some key hires which have had a significant impact on our business. We highly recommend Noah to any Founder CEO who is scaling their business."

Joseph Ndesandjo

Joseph Ndesandjo

Founder & CEO

"Noah has been instrumental in helping me grow as a founder and as a leader. His unique ability to combine deep empathy with practical, actionable advice has had a transformative impact on both me and my company. When faced with tough decisions, Noah provides clarity and a sense of calm, helping me see the bigger picture and focus on what truly matters. His guidance has improved my leadership, strengthened my team dynamics, and given me the confidence to tackle the challenges of scaling a business. I am deeply grateful for his support and recommend him without hesitation to any founder looking to level up."

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