Brandon Teller (He/him; They/them; He/they)

Brandon Teller is the Co-Founder and CEO of ColdStart, an AI-powered growth intelligence platform helping companies improve their visibility across search and AI-driven discovery platforms. He began his entrepreneurial journey by founding a technology agency, where he helped build hundreds of websites, mobile apps, and software products for startups and established businesses alike. Today, he is also the Co-Founder and CTO of Bindr, a leading LGBTQ+ dating platform serving hundreds of thousands of users worldwide. A serial entrepreneur and investor, Brandon has spent more than a decade building and scaling technology companies across AI, SaaS, and consumer applications. He is also a previous Startupfest 2SLGBTQIA+ prize winner and remains passionate about helping founders turn ambitious ideas into successful businesses.