Brad Feld

Brad Feld is a veteran venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and author. He co-founded Foundry Group, has invested in hundreds of early-stage startups, and was an early investor in Techstars. Feld is also the author of Startup Communities and The Startup Playbook, focusing on sustainable entrepreneurship ecosystems.

Jason Mendelson is a venture capitalist and lawyer, also a co-founder of Foundry Group. Before entering VC, he practiced law at Cooley LLP, handling mergers, acquisitions, and startup financings. His legal expertise grounds Venture Deals in real-world precision. Together, Feld and Mendelson have created the ultimate guide for founders seeking capital—arming them with the knowledge to negotiate like equals in a world often tilted toward investors.