Brad Kellum
Brad Kellum is a seasoned entrepreneur renowned for his innovative approach to retail and product design. He founded co-founded badboyboards, a Colorado-based company specializing in handcrafted hardwood cutting boards and home goods. Prior to this, Kellum was the visionary behind Buff City Soap, a successful retail franchise concept.
Ryan Doelling
Ryan Doelling is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of badboyboards, a Colorado-based company known for its premium handcrafted cutting boards and home goods. He is also the founder of Bad Brands, the parent company focused on building a portfolio of high-quality, American-made lifestyle products.
Performance Metrics
At bad growth accelerator, we track key performance metrics to ensure our startups are positioned for long-term success and scalability.
Portfolio Company Growth Rate
We measure the revenue, user base, and market share growth of our startups to track their trajectory and scalability.
Funding Success Rate
Our goal is to prepare companies for successful funding rounds, so we monitor how many secure Seed, Series A, and beyond after joining our program.
Return on Investment (ROI)
We evaluate the financial returns generated from our investments, ensuring that both our startups and investors see sustainable, high-impact growth.
Exit Success Rate
We measure how many of our portfolio companies achieve successful exits, whether through acquisitions, IPOs, or other liquidity events, proving our ability to drive long-term value.