Built by an operator.
BDE is the Strategic Advisory & Investment firm of Brian D. Evans. We are operators first, investors second.
Most capital is passive. Ours is active. Brian has spent almost two decades in the trenches—building a media empire that reached over 100 million people, building and exiting numerous tech and e-commerce companies, and navigating the volatility of emerging markets since the early days.
His work has influenced millions, running massive marketing campaigns for some of the world's biggest brands in their early stages. He didn't just watch the industry evolve; he helped shape it.
We don't just read the whitepaper; we understand the go-to-market. We don't just look at the cap table; we look at the community. When we partner with a founder, we bring the scars, the network, and the playbook of someone who has actually built.
Accolades & Recognition
- Inc. 500Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
- ForbesTop Digital Marketer & Influencer.
- EntrepreneurRegular contributor and thought leader.
- 40 Under 40Multiple-time honoree recognizing exceptional leadership and impact.
Philosophy
"I believe that the most valuable asset in the digital age is attention, but the most enduring asset is trust. We invest in protocols and platforms that are rebuilding the trust layer of the internet."
Let's build the future.
We partner with a limited number of teams each year. If you are a founder or leader working on a generational challenge in our areas of focus, we invite you to connect.