Brad Van Vugt

Yo, so let me tell you about Brad Van Vugt, this dude is the real deal in the startup game. He rolled into YC W14, which is already a big badge, like he’s been around the block and knows his shit. Before that, he’s been deep in the trenches with a few projects that actually matter. First up, Battlesnake, yeah, the multiplayer snake game that’s legit blown up as a competitive e-sport. That shows he’s got skills not just in tech but in community building and making something viral.

Then he jumped into Dyspatch, which is all about email customization and automation. Basically, he’s been working on tools that make businesses better at talking to their users, no fluff, just real useful tech. And there’s Cornersign.co, which I gotta assume is another tech play, probably in the signage or display space. Dude’s been bouncing around, but everything’s got a common thread: building tools that make life easier and more engaging.

What’s crazy is how all this ties into his bigger story. He’s not just some random founder chasing shiny tech; he’s out here solving real problems, whether it’s making games more competitive, helping companies talk to customers better, or whatever Cornersign’s doing. It’s like he’s on a mission to build stuff that sticks, that people actually use and care about.

Getting into YC with W14? That’s a huge deal. That class crushed it, and being part of that means he’s got the hustle and the brains. YC’s all about finding founders who are relentless, who see problems differently, and Brad clearly fits that mold. His process shows he’s super motivated, he’s jumped into different spaces, learned the ropes, and kept pushing forward.

Honestly, what’s inspiring about Brad is he’s a guy who’s been in the trenches, tried a bunch of stuff, and still keeps coming back stronger. It’s like he’s addicted to creating, to innovation, and to making stuff that actually moves the needle. He’s the kind of founder you want to watch because he’s got that mix of grit, smarts, and a real passion for building the future trend.

Bottom line: Brad Van Vugt is a legit startup guy who’s been through the grind, built cool shit, and now is part of that exclusive YC fam. He’s proof that if you’re hungry enough, you keep pushing, you learn, and you make shit happen. No Cap.