THE NEST

Leadership. Governance. Capital. Consulting.

Most startups grow. Few scale.

The gap is execution

Introduction

The Nest is Simon

I work directly with ambitious founders and scaling companies. No junior teams, no hand-offs. I've been inside enough companies—as a fractional executive, board member, and advisor—to know what breaks them and what builds them. My focus is on turning founders into world-class CEOs and building boards that actually move the needle.

What I do

Venture Consulting

People clarity when it gets complex.

Go to market strategy and execution

Venture Building

Stepping in as a CRO or CPO when you need experienced leadership, not just advice.

Governance and Performance

Building boards that decide, align, and move. Transitioning from founder-led chaos to structured execution.

My Approach

Performance-Based Leadership

Founders must become the leaders that scaling demands. I provide the coaching and strategic intervention to make that happen.

Innovative Governance

Governance shouldn't slow you down. I design boards that are assets, not administrative burdens.

Integrated Support

I work inside the company, alongside the team—not throwing frameworks over the fence from the outside.

Who I Work With & Contact

Ambitious founders


Scaling companies

Enquiries by introduction, or simon@thenest.ventures

VISION FOR THE FUTURE

Aotearoa should be known for building enduring companies.


Founders who become world-class CEOs.