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Brian Felder
Principal Software Engineer at Cvent
Brian Felder is a Principal Software Engineer at Cvent with extensive experience in software development and entrepreneurship.1 Here are some key details about his background and career:
Professional Experience
Brian has been working at Cvent since December 2015, where he focuses on backend development projects using technologies like Java, TypeScript, Kafka, Postgres, and various AWS services.1
Prior to his current role, Brian held the following positions:
- Director of Mobile Product Management at Cvent (June 2012 - December 2015)
- Co-Founder, Chief Product Officer, and Software Developer at CrowdCompass, Inc. (April 2009 - June 2012)
Entrepreneurial Success
Brian is notable for being a co-founder of CrowdCompass, a company that produced mobile apps for the event industry.1 CrowdCompass was acquired by Cvent in June 2012 for $10 million.2 After the acquisition, Brian initially managed the CrowdCompass product line at Cvent before transitioning back to his preferred role in development.
Education
Brian holds an MBA from the University of Washington's Michael G. Foster School of Business (2003-2005) and a Master's degree in Computer Information Systems from the University of Denver (1996-1999).1
Skills and Expertise
Throughout his career, Brian has demonstrated expertise in:
- Backend development
- Product management
- Mobile app development
- Entrepreneurship
Brian's diverse experience in both technical and leadership roles has contributed to his success as a Principal Software Engineer at Cvent.