Bryan Gardner is a serial entrepreneur and startup founder with a strong background in business management and strategy. He studied at both the University of Colorado at Boulder and the University of Denver, where he earned his BA and Masters degrees in business. Gardner's entrepreneurial endeavors span a range of industries, from e-commerce and digital marketing to early childhood education and sustainable product development. He founded and currently serves as CEO of Coopt, a platform that helps businesses increase customer loyalty through referral marketing. In addition, he has held advisory roles for innovative companies such as WeeSchool and Waiākea. Gardner's previous ventures include eCom Performance Partners, Crown and Flint Ecommerce, Fly Pedals, and Lazershirts.