How are Toptal Business Writers different?

At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our Business Writers to ensure we only match you with talent of the highest caliber. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut. You’ll work with finance experts (never generalized recruiters or HR reps) to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics. The end result: expert vetted talent from our network, custom matched to fit your business needs.

Can I hire Business Writers in less than 48 hours through Toptal?

Depending on availability and how fast you can progress, you could start working with a Business Writer within 48 hours of signing up.

What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal Business Writers?

We make sure that each engagement between you and your Business Writer begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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Elizabeth J. Howell Hanano, CFA

Freelance Business Writer

United StatesToptal Member Since August 21, 2017

Elizabeth has around 15 years of experience in finance, consulting, and doggedly finding answers to things most people consider "too hard." She thrives at competitive analysis, valuation, growth strategies, pitch decks, and financial models and forecasts. She started in equity research at the investment bank Raymond James. She moved to a hedge fund before becoming an independent financial consultant. Elizabeth is also a business writer; she managed Toptal's Finance Blog for nearly six years.

Business Writing Market Research Market Research Analyst Revenue & Expense Projections Growth Strategy Capital Markets Profitability Analysis Comparable Company Analysis Equity Research Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)Valuation Financial Modeling Financial Writer + more

Previously at

Systematic Financial Management

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Jim Laird

Freelance Business Writer

CanadaToptal Member Since September 27, 2017

Jim has managed investments for one of Canada's largest venture firms, founded and successfully exited a large entertainment software company, and has sat on more than 20 private, public, and non-profit boards. He is a 20-year corporate finance veteran and fractional CFO who is passionate about helping companies get to the next level by improving their operations, assisting with debt and equity capital raises, and executing M&A transactions.

Business Writing Venture Capital Financial Modeling Accounting Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Due Diligence Equity Research + more

Previously at

Laird Research

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Mark Tan

Freelance Business Writer

SingaporeToptal Member Since April 16, 2019

Mark has 10+ years of investment and finance experience at global transportation investor Buss Global Management, closing $4 billion of M&A and fundraising mandates. He has worked across industries covering the shipping, offshore/marine, property, hospitality, biotechnology, telecommunications, and media sectors. Mark leverages his buy and sell-side expertise to offer practical advice to companies across stages and industries.

Business Writing Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Financial Modeling Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)Valuation Equity Research Comparable Company Analysis Market Research Fundraising Budgeting + more

Previously at

Buss Global Management/Buss Capital Funds Singapore

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Graham Smith

Freelance Business Writer

United StatesToptal Member Since November 20, 2018

Graham has executed numerous venture capital deals and published equity research for global Fortune 100 corporations while working at leading Wall Street investment banks (Credit Suisse) and startup studios (Bionic). He’s a principal at What If Ventures, a mental health venture fund and co-founder and CFO of an NYC-based restaurant.

Business Writing Equity Research Blockchain Comparable Company Analysis Valuation Financial Modeling + more

Previously at

What If Ventures

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Gyanesh Changlani

Freelance Business Writer

IndiaToptal Member Since November 8, 2018

Gyanesh—a successful remote CFO for Toptal clients in the US and Canada—has 13 years of finance experience for multinationals including Toyota, Landmark Group, and XPO Logistics. His forte lies in strategic advisory, cash flow forecasting, financial controlling, business analysis, and application of the latest financial technologies to small North American businesses. Gyanesh's latest project on automation of bookkeeping between Shopify and QuickBooks saved his client $600 in fees per month.

Business Writing Accounting CFO Equity Research Valuation Capital Markets Financial Modeling Market Research Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Budgeting Xero Accounting Virtual CFO Fractional CFO + more

Previously at

Endless Events LLC

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Robert Balsamo

Freelance Business Writer

United StatesToptal Member Since July 10, 2017

As a publishing equity analyst for UBS and FBR Capital Markets, Robert maintained comprehensive research on a coverage universe valued over $100 billion. He has also facilitated over $100 million of debt and equity capital raises. In freelancing, he leverages his creativity and his expertise in valuation, market analysis, and financial modeling to help clients navigate competitive markets and assess investments and finance for long-term success.

Business Writing Market Research Equity Research Corporate Finance Valuation Due Diligence Capital Markets Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Investment Banking Budgeting Fundraising Energy Sector Expert + more

Previously at

FBR & Co.

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Neil Portus | CFA, CMA

Freelance Business Writer

United StatesToptal Member Since March 17, 2017

Neil is a CFO for growth companies and a former equity analyst at Goldman Sachs in NY where he helped lead numerous transactions including Zipcar's $1.1 billion IPO. He was also an equity analyst at Barclays Capital & Lehman Brothers and began his career at a boutique investment bank (M&A, restructuring, debt financings). He's built his operational skills both as a startup founder and as the CFO of an East Africa-focused impact investment firm.

Business Writing Due Diligence Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Equity Research Fundraising Private Equity Valuation Comparable Company Analysis Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)Financial Systems CFO Project Finance Capital Markets + more

Previously at

Unity Development Group

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Martin so far is a complete Rockstar. His first bit of work produced a tool for us to model and forecast our financials and is far and away worth every penny we paid and more. Just thought I’d share that with you.

Pete Pellizzari

CEO

Erik has been an extremely valuable member of our team who has tremendous breath of experience with start ups in our lifecycle phase. What makes his contribution unique and highly effective is not only his excellent financial modeling skills and knowledge, but also the emotional intelligence with which he manages each relationship at Vault, understands our team dynamics, and helps us tackle start up challenges effectively. It is rare to find a part-time consultant who makes you feel like he/she is genuinely invested in the success of your company.

Romy Parzick

COO

Toptal has been an incredible key partner for Sidekick. As an early-stage start-up, we’ve leveraged both design and financial talent. The experience has been incredible, with those professionals bringing creativity, expertise, and advice to ensure Sidekick succeeds. My Toptal financial expert helped steer Sidekick’s business model, which resulted in an initial ROI of 650x! My experience with Toptal has given me great confidence in the future.

Doug MacKay

Founder / CEO

Chris was great to work with and was always available on my schedule. His communication skills and personality were a 10/10. His outputs on the project were top notch and allowed us to develop more efficient forecasting and initiative prioritization frameworks. I would definitely use Chris again.

Chris Pozek

CEO

What really sets Toptal apart is the caliber of finance talent available in their network. I had a very specific and pressing need, and Toptal quickly matched me with the perfect person for the job. The expert produced a thoughtful and robust financial analysis that has ultimately allowed us to forecast and prioritize initiatives much more efficiently.

Chris Pozek

CEO

How to Hire Business Writers through Toptal

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A Toptal director of finance will work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics.

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Within days, we'll introduce you to the right Business Writer for your project. Average time to match is under 24 hours.

The Right Fit, Guaranteed

Work with your new Business Writer for a trial period (pay only if satisfied), ensuring they're the right fit before starting the engagement.

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FAQs

How are Toptal Business Writers different?
At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our Business Writers to ensure we only match you with talent of the highest caliber. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut. You’ll work with finance experts (never generalized recruiters or HR reps) to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics. The end result: expert vetted talent from our network, custom matched to fit your business needs.
Can I hire Business Writers in less than 48 hours through Toptal?
Depending on availability and how fast you can progress, you could start working with a Business Writer within 48 hours of signing up.
What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal Business Writers?
We make sure that each engagement between you and your Business Writer begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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