> Hot to go about landing a first role as CTO with an already somewhat established startup... Basic premise, people buy from people they know. This is largely

> Hot to go about landing a first role as CTO with an already somewhat established startup... Basic premise, people buy from people they know. This is largely a sales process. Research early stage companies in the specific market/space you're interested in. Reach out to the principals involved (including investors) on a professional networking basis. Get to know them. Offer to help in a short-term/contract capacity. Incidentally, yes the MBA is still a solid credential to have. More important in your career long-run will be the buds and contacts from your program. Suggest reading Alan Weiss on acquiring clients.