Darius Monsef is a prominent figure in the startup community, having co-founded successful companies such as CreativeMarket.com (later acquired by Autodesk) and Sightbox.com (later acquired by Johnson & Johnson). He is the current CEO and founder of BraveCare.com, a healthcare startup that aims to create a better experience for kids and parents. Monsef has an impressive educational background, having studied fashion at the Art Institute of Portland and business, management, and computer science at Bridgewater State University.

Monsef's experience and expertise extend to various fields, including technology, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. He is an angel investor, having funded startups such as Milk Run, Billbox, and Goodwell, and sits on the board of Make-A-Wish Hawaii. Furthermore, he is a former mentor of the Portland Incubator Experiment and was once the head of growth at Zapier, a company that simplifies everyday tasks by connecting various apps. Monsef is also passionate about sustainability and is a former rancher at Noble Land Cattle Co.

Monsef's entrepreneurial spirit extends beyond the boardroom, as he is also the co-founder of nonprofit organizations such as Nalukai Foundation and All Hands and Hearts - Smart Response. He is a proud husband and father of three and has been featured in various tech articles as a model for powerful venture capitalists and Silicon Valley lawyers.