Jason Mendelson

Jason Mendelson is a successful author and entrepreneur who has written several books related to personal finance, business planning, and venture capital. He has also been a venture capital investor and is currently the managing director of Foundry Group.

Mendelson was born in California, but grew up in the small town of Belgrade, Montana. He attended Montana State University for his undergraduate degree, majoring in Business Management and Information Systems. After graduating, Mendelson moved to Denver, Colorado. He began his professional career as a software engineer at Parametric Technology Corporation where he worked from 1990 to 1996. During this time he wrote several software programs related to HTML, Visual Basic, and Object Oriented Development.

While working at Parametric, Mendelson enrolled in the MBA program at Colorado Technical University. In 1996, he graduated with a Master of Business Administration degree. During this time, he also co-authored the book Venture Deals: Be Smarter Than Your Lawyer and Venture Capitalist. The book outlined the fundamentals of the venture capital industry, finance and the book was a bestseller in the business category.

Mendelson left Parametric in 1997 and went to work at Mobius Venture Capital. He was a Principal at Mobius from 1997 to 2002 and focused on early stage venture capital investments. He would go on to co-found Foundry Group, a venture capital firm, in 2007. The firm is based in Boulder, Colorado and is widely recognized as one of the most successful venture capital firms in the country.

In addition to his venture capital career, Mendelson has also authored several books. He wrote The Art of Startup Fundraising, which was released in 2015 to critical acclaim. Mendelson wrote the book to help teach entrepreneurs the basics for raising capital for a startup. It has become a popular reference for the venture capital industry and is widely recommended for entrepreneurs who are seeking venture funding.

Mendelson's latest book, Behind the Tech: A Practical Guide to Investing in a Smart Innovative Economy, was released in 2018 and explores the world of investing in technology startups and offers insights into the future of tech-driven companies. Mendelson offers a unique perspective on the opportunities and challenges of startup investing, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of the entire process.

Mendelson is also very involved in his local community. He has given lectures at multiple universities, including the University of Colorado, Washington University in St. Louis, and the Colorado School of Mines. Mendelson also serves on the board of the i2e Foundation and is a regular panelist for industry events such as the Boulder Tech Startup Summit.

All in all, Jason Mendelson is a successful author, investor, and entrepreneur who has made a name for himself in the business and venture capital world. His books have been the go-to source for entrepreneurs and investors who seek guidance on how to invest in startups. He is also well-respected in his local community and is a popular public speaker and panelist at tech-related events. Whether you are interested in business, venture capital, or investing, Jason Mendelson's books will certainly provide you with invaluable insights.