Carbon Cycles: A Business Simulation
As part of my MBA capstone, I operated a simulated startup as the founder of a company specializing in 3D-printed carbon fiber bikes. I led a cross-functional team across marketing, operations, HR, and sales, making strategic decisions to build and grow the business. My ultimate goal was to secure $2.5 million in venture capital funding to launch and scale the company.
Key Points
Pitched for $2.5M in venture capital funding with a detailed case for market opportunity, operational readiness, and investor return potential.
Established strong financial performance through disciplined cash flow management, strategic capacity expansion, and brand positioning.
Balanced short-term growth with long-term scalability, aligning investments with conscious capitalism principles and stakeholder value.
Results
Successfully launched Carbon Cycles in the startup simulation and scaled the business to $4.8M+ in revenue within six quarters.
Delivered positive earnings per share by Quarter 6, positioning the company for sustainable long-term growth.
Achieved $1M+ in net income by applying disciplined cash flow and risk management strategies, expanding operational capacity only when demand and market growth were proven.