Hi, I’m Jeanel Carlson. After 20 years climbing the corporate ladder—only to smack into the “isms,” like the glass ceiling, and broken rung—I had an AH HA moment. I realized, If I can’t change the sandbox, it was time to build my own.
So I did. And now? I help leaders and entrepreneurs stop shrinking, start owning their story, and break through the invisible barriers that have been holding them back. Because your story and personal brand isn’t just powerful—it’s you betting on you—louder, prouder, and on your terms.
Welcome to your complete startup founder guide for the San Francisco Bay Area Venture Capital firms and investors Venture Capital & Angel Investors Incubators, Accelerators, Seed Stage AlchemistAccelerator A seed-stage accelerator focused on early-stage tech startups, providing mentorship, funding, and network access. AngelPad A global startup accelerator that provides seed funding, mentorship,… Continue reading The Complete Startup Founder Guide for San Francisco Bay Area VC’s and Investors
+ Bonus Resource Guide to Top Bay Area Fractional Service Providers & Businesses Launching and scaling a new business is not for the faint of heart. Bookmark this as your go-to resource for tips, information, terminology, and resources that can help you scale farther, faster. We’ll continue to update it, so be sure to check… Continue reading How to Scale Your New Business: The Complete Guide for New Founders & Entrepreneurs
You’ve got a lot on the line. Learn the 10 Marketing Strategies for Entrepreneurs. Securing those first customers and investors is a make-or-break for entrepreneurs or early-stage startups. The right marketing boosts your chances of success by supercharging the credibility and visibility of your business. 👉Get our free marketing guide to learn the 10 Strategies for… Continue reading 10 Marketing Strategies for Entrepreneurs
Welcome to OakBloom Marketing’s Go-to Guide for Bay Area Startup Events You’ll find the top networking opportunities and upcoming conferences in the Bay Area and beyond. Whether you’re in ideation mode, a full-fledged startup, or an investor, the many Bay Area events will give you a leg up in building your network connections and knowledge… Continue reading The Go-to OakBloom Guide – Startup Events in the Bay Area
Kamala Harris and the Scrutiny of Female Laughter Kamala Harris inspires me for many reasons, but especially how she expresses joy through laughter. It’s refreshing because I received one puzzling feedback from multiple male bosses during my career: I needed to laugh less. This message always confused me. After all, I like to laugh, express… Continue reading The Laughter Tax: Women Pay for Joy at Work
