Yale Ventures EIR Virtual L&D: Brad Feld Event

​We’re thrilled to share that Brad Feld — renowned venture capitalist, author, and longtime startup mentor — will be joining us for a special virtual Learning & Development session the week after the Fall EIR Assembly. Brad recently published a book on the power of giving back, and he'll lead a candid conversation on how to become a more impactful mentor and advisor. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from one of the most thoughtful voices in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The session is designed for all EIRs, especially those who may not be able to attend the in-person Assembly — so mark your calendars and stay tuned for details!

Brad is a founding partner at Foundry, a venture firm based in Boulder, Colorado, and has been an early-stage investor and entrepreneur since the 1980s. He co-founded Techstars, one of the world’s leading startup accelerators, and has played a pivotal role in shaping startup communities around the country. Over the years, Brad has invested in and mentored dozens of high-growth companies, including Zynga, Fitbit, SendGrid, and FullContact, and has served on the boards of many others. He is also the author of several influential books on entrepreneurship, venture capital, and startup culture, and is widely regarded as a champion of founders and ecosystem builders alike.