Founder Story Intensive

Your Story Is the #1 Asset You Have as a Founder. It's Time to Build It.

Most founders can't clearly articulate why they're doing this, how they're different, or why they're going to win. That confusion is costing them capital, deals, and press every single day.

In 5 weeks, I help you build a clear, compelling founder story and 12 ready-to-use assets so you walk into every investor meeting, every sales call, and every interview with a story that makes people feel something, not just hear something.

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1,000+Founders Filmed
20,000+Hours Studying & Practicing Storytelling
1,200+Videos Produced
100+Keynotes & Workshops
9Startups Launched
The Problem

If Your Story Doesn't Make People Feel Something, They Move On

After 18+ years of filming and coaching over 400 founders, I see the same pattern every week. The business is strong. The product is real. But the story doesn't land.

Your story is the only asset you fully control.

You control what's said. How it's said. When it's said. And to whom it's said. Nothing else in your business gives you that kind of power. It's time to build it properly.

Lyn Graft speaking at SXSW Lyn Graft on stage at Retail Summit
Trusted in the World of Entrepreneurship
With Howard Schultz
With Howard SchultzFounder, Starbucks
With Brené Brown
With Brené BrownAuthor & Researcher
With Tony Robbins
With Tony RobbinsAuthor & Speaker
With Reid Hoffman
With Reid HoffmanCo-Founder, LinkedIn
With Shawn Nelson
With Shawn NelsonFounder, Lovesac
With Bert Jacobs
With Bert JacobsFounder, Life is Good
The Transformation

What Changes When Your Story Works

$7MRaised by Hi-Tech Team
$4.6MRaised via Founder Story
$2M+Seed Capital from Story
$377KRaised with 3-Min Pitch
13xROAS Brand Story Campaign
9-FigureAcquisition from Explainer Video
$13MRaised from Founder Video Series
Why Me

I Learned This by Being Around the Best Storytellers in the World

I've spent 18+ years filming and interviewing the founders behind Starbucks, LinkedIn, Whole Foods, and the Container Store. I studied how they communicate. I asked them about it. I told their stories on camera.

The one thing they all had in common: they could make you feel something. They didn't just explain their business. They drew you into the opportunity. They made you understand why they were doing this, how they were different, and why they were going to win.

But studying the best was only part of it. I've also lived it. I've raised millions in capital. I've built six-, seven-, and eight-figure businesses. I've launched 9 startups. I know what it's like to sit across from an investor and need your story to land.

I took everything I learned from the best storytellers in the world and everything I learned building my own companies, and built a process that gives founders the same foundation.

Lyn Graft leading a storytelling workshop

This isn't theory. It's a hands-on process refined over a decade.

From accelerator workshops to 1-on-1 consulting, I've helped hundreds of founders find the story that moves their business forward.

The Founder Story Intensive Engagement

A done-for-you story process. From raw material to investor-ready assets.

5 Weeks 12 Deliverables Done For You
1
Story Creation & Strategy (Weeks 1-3)

We uncover the defining moments, metrics, and meaning behind your journey. Through interviews, timelines, and detailed backstory work, we identify the emotional core, story themes, and brand positioning. The result: your Long-Format Founder Story.

01
Chronological History
Mapping the pivotal life and professional moments that shaped your founder journey.
02
Credits & Metrics Sheet
Quantifying achievements, milestones, and results that build credibility with investors.
03
Story Outline & Themes
Recommended narrative framework and theme options to anchor your story.
04
Story Goals & Assets
Prioritized list of story goals and the top story business assets you need.
05
Long-Format Founder Story
Your 4-6 page internal narrative capturing the full emotional arc. Your anchor brand document.
06
Brand Voice & Tone Guide
Key phrases, tone words, and dos/don'ts for authentic, consistent communication.
2
Story Activation & Application (Weeks 4-5)

Your internal story becomes external-facing brand tools and messaging. We adapt it into short written and verbal versions for bios, presentations, pitches, and social.

07
Short-Format Story
A 1-2 page version for your About or My Story page. Ready to publish.
08
60-Second Story Script
Your verbal introduction for presentations, pitch openings, and investor meetings.
09
3-Length Bio Suite
Short, medium, and long bios for LinkedIn, websites, speaker intros, and more.
10
Derivative Story Matrix
A list of additional stories to create and exactly where to deploy them.
11
Comparables List
Reference list of experts, influencers, and thought leaders in your space for positioning.
12
Media & Interview Outline
An internal template for interviews, podcasts, and press opportunities.
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Client Results

"I Finally Know What to Say."

The most common thing I hear after founders go through this process isn't about the deliverables. It's about confidence.

Joel Pennington
Joel Pennington
Founder, Blackdot Tattoo
"The manuscript gave investors a real feel for the vision. It was like meeting me for coffee a half dozen times. That story became the catalyst for the next stages of the company."
Raised $2M+ in seed capital
Sarah Rioux
Sarah Rioux
Founder, Ladybird Provisions
"Lyn taught me to lead with my story instead of my product. It was transformative, professionally and personally. He's a magician in the art of storytelling."
Found confidence to tell her story
Chris Kirksey
Chris Kirksey
Founder & CEO, Direction.com
"Lyn took my raw story and rebuilt it into something extremely powerful. It now sits at the center of how I introduce my company to prospects, team members, and peers."
Lauren Ephrat
Lauren Ephrat
Founder, Dogistry
"My confidence changed completely. I now get what makes a pitch magnetic. It's emotional logic, not just numbers. I walked away genuinely excited to pitch."
Confidence transformed
Albert Swatner
Albert Swatner
Founder, SWAY Water
"That presentation was memorable, clear, and something I never could have created on my own. The experience fundamentally changed how I communicate."
Transformed how he communicates
Martin Martinez
Martin Martinez
Exec. Director, Founder Institute TX
"Lyn has been one of the most impactful mentors we've ever had. His storytelling sessions have fundamentally changed how our founders pitch, position, and think about their companies."
Nearly a decade of partnership
"When it comes to storytelling, Lyn is, without a doubt, one of the best. He knows the right questions to extract the most compelling parts of a founder's or a brand's story that provoke emotion and propel action." Phaedra Rodgers, Empowering a Billion Women
Qualification

This Engagement Is Not for Everyone

It's designed for a specific type of founder. Here's how to know if it's a fit.

This is for you if...

  • You've raised six figures and are preparing to raise $1M to $10M
  • You're preparing for a pitch event, demo day, or investor meetings
  • Investors or mentors have told you your story needs work
  • You have upcoming press, keynote, or interview opportunities
  • You're generating revenue and know your story is the bottleneck to growth
  • You know story matters but you can't get it right on your own

This isn't for you if...

  • You're pre-revenue and still validating your idea
  • You're looking for a templated, DIY solution
  • You're not willing to invest time in the interview and discovery process
  • You don't believe your personal story matters for business outcomes
  • You're not ready to start in the next 90 days
How It Works

From First Call to Finished Story Assets

A clear, collaborative process. No guesswork, no fluff.

1
Strategy Call
We talk about your business, your goals, and whether this engagement is the right fit. No pressure. Just clarity.
2
Deep-Dive Discovery (Week 1)
Interviews, timeline mapping, and backstory work to uncover the raw material of your story. The moments, metrics, and meaning.
3
Story Creation (Weeks 2-3)
Your Long-Format Founder Story is crafted. The strategic blueprint that captures your authentic voice and emotional arc.
4
Activation & Application (Weeks 4-5)
Your story is adapted into bios, scripts, media outlines, and guidelines. Everything you need to show up consistently.
5
Final Delivery
You receive your complete suite of 12 story assets, ready to deploy across pitches, press, social media, and your website.
FAQ

Common Questions

How much time do I need to commit each week?
Expect 2-3 hours per week across interviews, review, and feedback. The heavy lifting (writing, structuring, and crafting) is done for you.
What if I'm not a "natural storyteller"?
That's exactly why this engagement exists. You don't need to be a storyteller. You need to have a story worth telling. The process extracts it from you through guided interviews and collaboration.
Is this just for raising capital?
No. While many clients use this to prepare for investor pitches and fundraising, the story assets work across sales, press, recruiting, brand positioning, and speaking opportunities.
What industries do you work with?
Tech, SaaS, consumer packaged goods (CPG), services, and more. The common thread is founders who need to articulate their story clearly to drive business outcomes.
What makes this different from hiring a copywriter?
A copywriter guesses at your voice. I extract it. This process is built from 18+ years of real founder interviews, real pitches, and real outcomes. You get a done-for-you engagement, not a writing assignment.
What's the investment?
This is a premium, done-for-you engagement. Investment details and payment options are discussed on the strategy call once we've determined it's the right fit.
Let's Talk

The Difference Between Interest and Investment Is Your Story

You already have the experience. You already have a story worth telling. Let's build it into the most powerful asset in your founder toolkit.

Book a strategy call to see if this engagement is the right fit. No pitch, no pressure. Just an honest conversation about your business and your goals.

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This is hands-on work, so I only take on a few founders at a time.