Brandon Gell

Brandon Gell is an entrepreneur and business leader who was the co-founder and CEO of Clyde, an insurtech startup focused on product protection and warranties. Here are some key details about his background and career:

Professional Experience

Brandon founded Clyde in 2017, about a year after graduating college.2 As CEO, he:

• Raised over $50 million in funding for the company14
• Built a team of over 100 employees14
• Developed partnerships with major brands like Dyson and The RealReal4
• Grew the company to serve thousands of merchant partners4

After running Clyde for about 6 years, Brandon sold the company to Cover Genius in March 2023.15

Education and Early Career

• Graduated from Middlebury College in 2016 with a Bachelor's degree in Architectural Studies2
• Participated in the Venture for America fellowship program from 2015-20182
• Worked in design and project management roles before founding Clyde3

Current Role

After selling Clyde, Brandon joined Every Inc. as their first Entrepreneur in Residence in 2024.1 In this role, he is helping to incubate new software and services businesses.

Personal Interests

Outside of work, Brandon enjoys outdoor activities like skiing, surfing, and climbing. He's also interested in photography, travel, music, and spending time with his family.4

Brandon describes himself as living by the phrase "Be sincere, not serious" and aims to bring a balance of dedication and enjoyment to his work.4