Hi, I'm Daniel Shellard - Co-Founder at Fiit
I am fueled by the challenge of building from zero and the strategic nuance of venture investing. I thrive in high-velocity environments where I can bridge the gap between initial vision and operational scale.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Co-founded Qubit and successfully scaled high-growth digital ventures from early inception.
Acts as a Venture Partner while maintaining leadership roles in the fitness technology sector.
Offers expert guidance to early-stage founders on operational scaling and venture fundraising mechanics.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Experience
Cut teeth in the high-stakes environment of early-stage corporate strategy at Google.
✦ Corporate Strategy
✦ Operations
Entrepreneurial Foundations
Co-founded Qubit, gaining critical insights into market disruption and early-stage team dynamics.
✦ Founder
✦ Market Disruption
Current Maturity
Leading Fiit while simultaneously acting as a Venture Partner, balancing building with investing.
✦ CEO
✦ Investor
💪🏻 Superpowers
Venture Catalyst
Bridging operational grit with investment foresight
Identifies high-potential business models through a founder's lens
Supports early-stage ventures with rigorous scaling playbooks
Provides strategic governance as an active board partner
Scale Specialist
Architecting growth in highly competitive digital ecosystems
Engineers data-driven strategies for rapid market penetration
Translates complex operational goals into actionable team outcomes
Transforms initial startup concepts into sustainable, high-revenue platforms
Strategy Operations Architect
Optimizing organizational performance and market positioning
Analyzes operational bottlenecks to streamline core business functions
Aligns cross-functional efforts with long-term commercial objectives
Develops scalable infrastructure to support rapid organizational expansion
I'm excited about
Exploring new frontiers in the evolving landscape of European venture capital.
Connecting with peer founders to exchange unconventional scaling insights and strategies.
Discovering emerging industries ripe for disruption through strategic investment partnerships.
I can help with
Reviewing pitch decks and providing candid feedback on founder-market fit.
Mentoring early-stage CEOs on navigating the complexities of scaling operations.
Advising startups on optimizing go-to-market strategies for sustainable growth.
I would love your help on
Gaining perspective on untapped investment opportunities within emerging technology sectors.
Understanding shifting regulatory landscapes for startups operating in global markets.
Accessing honest insights from operators experiencing similar scaling pains today.