Often Missing SkillsFundraising and investor relations with institutional investorsBoard governance and stakeholder managementEnd-to-end P&L ownership and cash managementEnterprise go-to-market leadership (sales, marketing, partnerships)
Development SuggestionsLead a full P&L unit and own budget, pricing, and cash flow; complete a governance course (e.g., NACD) and serve on a nonprofit or startup board to practice board relations.