34 Elements Academy

www.34elements.com

34 Elements focuses on early-stage and growth-stage startups and SMEs that need strategic clarity, better decision-making, and improved sales execution. They serve founders across all stages—from early-stage companies laying foundations to scaled companies launching new offerings.

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Investment Thesis

34 Elements is not a traditional VC firm but rather an entrepreneurial coaching and bootcamp platform founded by Pierre Gaubil, a General Partner with deep Silicon Valley experience (17 years, 2 exits, 1 IPO). Their philosophy centers on structured strategic thinking as the foundation for entrepreneurial success. They believe that ‘building a product is half the job’ and that entrepreneurs need systematic methodology to move from intuition to executable strategy. The approach emphasizes that most entrepreneurs lack structure rather than insight, and that clarity and strategic discipline precede successful execution.

What Sets Them Apart

Founder-led by serial entrepreneur with legitimate Silicon Valley credentials (3 startups, 1 IPO, 2 acquisitions)
Methodology based on 34 essential strategic elements rather than generic frameworks
Structured bootcamp format with scheduled cohorts creating discipline through enforced timelines
Combination of video education, practical exercises, and intensive 1-on-1 coaching sessions
No passive learning—participants produce 'strategic artifacts' (positioning statements, customer profiles, pricing strategies) during the program
Pragmatic, 'no bullshit' approach with direct feedback and assumption-stress-testing
Extended engagement model with ongoing post-program support and community access
Dual offerings: The Compass (strategic clarity) and The Switch (sales execution)