Strategic Equity Partnerships
Not every engagement is about fees.
In select cases, we take a different approach. Blackmaven occasionally partners with companies we believe in — businesses where brand clarity, experience strategy, and positioning can unlock meaningful growth.
In these situations, we offer our services in exchange for equity. It’s not a discount. It’s a decision to invest our time, systems, and insight as true partners.
Not every engagement is about fees.
In select cases, we take a different approach. Blackmaven occasionally partners with companies we believe in — businesses where brand clarity, experience strategy, and positioning can unlock meaningful growth.
In these situations, we offer our services in exchange for equity. It’s not a discount. It’s a decision to invest our time, systems, and insight as true partners.
Who It's For
Founder-led, with momentum and clear potential
Founder-led, with momentum and clear potential
In high-margin service or digital-first industries
In high-margin service or digital-first industries
Positioned for scale with the right brand and experience strategy
Positioned for scale with the right brand and experience strategy
Seeking a strategic partner, not just a vendor
Seeking a strategic partner, not just a vendor
What We Offer
A full deployment of our MAVEN framework
Strategic positioning, messaging, and brand identity
A full deployment of our MAVEN framework
Strategic positioning, messaging, and brand identity
Customer experience and retention design
Ongoing advisory support (6–12 months or more)
Customer experience and retention design
Ongoing advisory support (6–12 months or more)
A long-term stake in your success
A long-term stake in your success
Typical Structures
Equity is issued via SAFE or advisory agreement.
Every partnership is unique in terms and scope to ensure mutual success.
Typical Structures
Equity is issued via SAFE or advisory agreement.
Every partnership is unique in terms and scope to ensure mutual success.
Brand + Advisory
7-10% (6 months)
Brand + Advisory
7-10% (6 months)
Brand + Advisory
7-10% (6 months)
Brand + CX Leadership
10-15% (9-12 months)
Brand + CX Leadership
10-15% (9-12 months)
Brand + CX Leadership
10-15% (9-12 months)
Embedded Brand Partner
15-20% (12-18 months)
Embedded Brand Partner
15-20% (12-18 months)
Embedded Brand Partner
15-20% (12-18 months)
Let's Talk
Email us at solutions@blackmaven.com if you’re building something with real potential —
and want a partner who brings more than advice, we’re open to a conversation.