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TEACHING & ENGAGEMENTS

Where I contribute, teach, build, and learn.

My work spans startup finance, education, and research through teaching, program development, speaking engagements, and ecosystem initiatives.

CURRENT ROLES

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Berlin Finance Crew

Supporting founders and growing companies through financial leadership, masterclasses, and a strong CFO network.​

  • CFO services

  • Masterclasses & workshops

  • Strategic finance

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Teen Venture Lab

Empowering young entrepreneurs to think boldly, build confidently, and lead with purpose.​

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  • Entrepreneurship education

  • Innovation mindset

  • Leadership development

  • Real-world experience

University Teaching & Accelerator Coaching

I teach and speak on finance, leadership, and decision-making through universities, accelerators, executive education, and entrepreneurship programs.

Research & Leadership

My work combines academic research with practical leadership experience to understand how financial decisions, human behavior, and organizational dynamics influence leadership.

 

Education & Experience

  • PhD: Social Capital & Founder Fundraising

  • Ongoing research: Founder Capital Journey

  • University & accelerator teaching

  • Founder workshops & masterclasses

  • M.A. & B.A. Industrial & Organizational Psychology

  • M.A. Business & B.A. Finance

  • 25+ years in finance, including corporate controlling

  • Startup finance, coaching & founder support

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BBIS 

Contributing to educational leadership through board service, executive coaching, and strategic guidance within an international school environment.

Areas of focus: 

  • Board governance

  • Leadership coaching

  • Organizational strategy

  • Educational excellence

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Chapters of Leadership

A monthly book club bringing together female leaders to explore leadership, business, and personal growth through meaningful conversations and shared insights.

 

Areas of focus: 

  • Leadership development

  • Women executives

  • Strategic thinking

  • Community & connection

THE CFO LENS™ IN PRACTICE

1. NUMBERS

Turning financial data into

clear insights.

2. STRATEGY

Seeing the big picture and what moves the needle.

3. LEADERSHIP

Enabling confident decisions and

strong teams.

Applied across coaching, teaching, entrepreneurship, and research.

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LET'S WORK TOGETHER

Interested in coaching, strategic sparring, or a workshop for your team or organization?

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I’m Dr. Ira Philip. 25+ years in finance, more than a decade working with founders, and my research into how founders prepare for and access capital shape how I teach and coach today. Competitive Olympic weightlifting adds another dimension: discipline, resilience, and the belief that real strength is built through consistent practice.

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