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Summary
By William Channer | 31 Jan 2013 | Length: 31 mins Brad reveals what goes on behind the scenes of Foundry Group, how to raise a fund, and the importance of having the right partners. We conclude with a discussion on becoming a successful entrepreneur.Recommended Interviews
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Having a significant track record is important to raising a fund. You also need to have a good relationship with your partners, who all bring something unique to the table.
Brad is one of the managing directors at Foundry Group, a venture capital firm that invests in early stage software / Internet companies throughout the United States. He is the co-founder of TechStars, a mentor-driven accelerator. He is also the author of Venture Deals and Do More Faster.
Facts
Born : Blytheville, Arkansas, 1965
Education : MIT
Favorite Book : Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
Favorite Gadget : All of them
Favorite Meal : Sushi
Favorite Music : 1970s Rock - think Pink Floyd and AC/DC
Favorite Place : Boulder, CO
Favorite Software : WordPress
First Job : Maintenance at my childhood country club. I was fired after a month.
Role Model : Yoda