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Forbes 30u30, technologist, and VC-backed founder
Brandon D.

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Hello! I'm a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur with over a decade of experience building successful businesses from the ground up in technology, media, and live events. Over my career, I've raised millions of dollars from prominent investors, built software platforms used by thousands of customers, and led teams of engineers, designers, and operators. My background is rooted in hands-on, full-stack development (Node.js, React Native, AWS, MongoDB, and AI integration), and I have years of...

Hello! I'm a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur with over a decade of experience building successful businesses from the ground up in technology, media, and live events. Over my career, I've raised millions of dollars from prominent investors, built software platforms used by thousands of customers, and led teams of engineers, designers, and operators. My background is rooted in hands-on, full-stack development (Node.js, React Native, AWS, MongoDB, and AI integration), and I have years of real-world application building the mobile apps, cloud infrastructure, and AI systems that power modern companies.

My teaching approach is rooted in practical learning. Rather than teaching abstract concepts in isolation, I focus on real-world application—whether that’s helping you build a functioning app from scratch, guiding you through the steps of launching a business, or mentoring you on startup strategy, pitching, or product development. I have taught students ranging from middle school age to adult professionals, and every lesson is personalized to your goals and learning style, with a focus on clarity, confidence, and achieving measurable outcomes.

My unique value as a mentor is my dual background in both business and technology. I teach from real experience—raising venture capital, building scalable systems, and solving real operational challenges. My goal is not only to help you understand concepts, but to empower you with the mindset, tools, and strategic thinking required to succeed. Whether you want to learn to code, develop a startup idea, or simply think like a founder, I am here to help you reach that next level with mentorship that is dynamic, engaging, and results-driven..


Education

University of Maryland, College Park
Economics

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Basketball

Basketball

I’ve spent over a decade working with elite youth athletes and designing training systems through my company Mars Reel, which has covered top-ranked high school and college players with over 50 million monthly views. My firsthand understanding of basketball goes beyond playing — I’ve built event platforms, training academies, and advanced analytics tools that help athletes improve their skills, IQ, and court awareness. I specialize in ball handling, shooting mechanics, game strategy, and player development for guards, wings, and combo players at all levels. My coaching is data-driven, motivational, and personalized to each athlete’s path to success.
Business

Business

I have built multiple successful companies across technology, media, and luxury consumer products, generating millions in revenue and attracting over $5 million in venture capital funding. I have pitched and received backing from leading investors including the CEO of DraftKings, partners at The Carlyle Group, and global icons such as LeBron James and Kevin Durant, as well as meeting with top-tier Silicon Valley firms like Sequoia Capital and Andreessen Horowitz. My experience spans financial modeling, fundraising strategy, product-market fit, operations, and brand building. I mentor students and professionals in launching businesses, scaling operations, crafting investor pitches, and developing the mindset of a high-performing founder.
Data Structures

Data Structures

I design and implement complex data structures using JavaScript, Node.js, and MongoDB to power scalable real-world applications. My work includes building nested schema architectures, graph-like relational models using ObjectIds, and optimized data access patterns leveraging arrays, hash maps (objects), and hierarchical structures. I apply data structure principles not just academically, but in production systems involving user clustering, financial transactions, and AI-driven business logic. This experience enables me to teach not just theory, but how data structures operate in real industry scenarios.
Marketing

Marketing

I have managed high-performing marketing campaigns across Meta, TikTok, Google, and Snapchat Ads with budgets of $400–$500 per day, optimizing for ROAS, CAC, and scaling without ad fatigue. I have built and executed end-to-end marketing funnels using tools such as Klaviyo for email automation and conversion tracking, successfully generating millions in revenue and subscriptions. My media company reached over 50 million monthly views and grew to more than 2 million followers, giving me firsthand experience in both paid growth and organic content strategy. I teach students not just how marketing works—but how to use it to drive real business results in competitive markets.
React

React

I am a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur and full-stack engineer with deep expertise in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js). I have built 14 production-level applications, four currently live in major app stores, using React and React Native integrated with MongoDB backends and AWS cloud infrastructure. As the founder of an AI-driven platform, I have architected scalable front-end systems used by thousands of users and secured over $5M in venture funding based on these technologies. I teach React with an emphasis on real-world development, performance, and building production-ready applications from scratch.
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