I am an experienced venture investor, entrepreneur, and strategic advisor with nearly two decades of expertise in public and private equity. As the Founding Partner of Public School Ventures and host of Swimming with Allocators, I work closely with entrepreneurs, LPs, and VC firms to drive high-impact investments. My background spans equity research at BMO Capital Markets, venture leadership at GreatPoint Ventures and Prologis Ventures, and global advisory through A Preacher’s Kid LLC. I specialize in venture strategy, fundraising, and scaling early-stage businesses.
Earnest Sweat
Area(s) of Expertise
Venture Capital, Vertical Software, Marketplaces, Applied AI
Description of Area(s) of Expertise
Fundraising, Venture Capital, Go-to-Market, Customer discovery, How to Pitch VCs
Consulting Preference
I love helping entrepreneurs refine their go-to-market strategies, navigate venture fundraising, and develop scalable business models. My passion lies in bridging the gap between storytelling and metrics—helping founders craft compelling narratives while building repeatable growth motions that attract capital and customers. I also advise on strategic partnerships, investor relations, and navigating the Series A and B funding landscapes.
Certifications
Kauffman Fellow (Class 26) – Prestigious venture capital leadership program Center for Research in Technology & Innovation Fellowship – Kellogg School of Management Various finance and investment training certifications from BMO Capital Markets and Prologis Ventures
