Hi, I’m Brian Wong.

I’m a Canadian founder & CEO residing in New York City.

I graduated college at the age of the 18, after skipping 4 grades. In 2010, I started Kiip, one of the largest mobile advertising platforms in the world. We raised over $40mm in venture capital from True Ventures, HWVP, Verizon Ventures, Interpublic Group, Amex Ventures, and more. Kiip was acquired in 2019.

In 2016, I published my first book with Crown/Penguin Randomhouse, called The Cheat Code.

Now, I spend my time with fellow Web2 and Web3 entrepreneurs and executives, helping them grow through investment or advisory.

Looking for information on “The Next Stage”? Click below.

Growth Ventures

I’ve teamed up with the best “founders-in-remission” (exited founders that are resting) to provide the best advice fuel for acceleration for founders.

As a founder & CEO for 9 years I wish I had someone who I could confide with, and ask all the questions - big or small.

That’s what Growth Ventures is all about. It’s revealing the art and science behind growth.

Through a carefully designed intake process, we work with founders through super early stage investment in tokens or equity (we like to be part of the first group of external funds raised), and advisory. We are here to provide you with what you need.

To date, BW Growth Ventures and now ASCII Ventures (our new fund), has invested in over 30+ companies that are valued from $10 million up to $2 billion dollars.

Get Yourself Out There: The Next Stage Program

I’ve recently launched a program that provides virtual public speaking coaching and training for up and coming entrepreneurs, executives, students, and more.

“The Next Stage” helps people become comfortable on stage. One of the biggest drivers to success in business is the ability to communicate publicly. Over my career, I’ve observed these moments for myself and have observed pivotal moments for others.

In Q4 2024, I am offering 10 founders the opportunity to go through “The Next Stage” where within 30 days, you will gain the skills and confidence to speak in front of audiences of any size. This program is completely free and is part of BW Growth Ventures’ ESG programs.

The topics covered include:

• Developing your own speaking style

• Polishing your story and how to communicate it

• The power of the Talk Outline

• Pacing, dictation, word styles

• Detecting audience feedback

• Getting your first speaking gig

• and more…