Introducting Brian Donaldson as a Mentor for the Master of Science in Entrepreneurship Program
The Master of Science in Entrepreneurship is Foster’s new 12-month degree that embodies the startup process — from ideation and formation to execution and scale. It blends the best of business school education, practical content, world-class Seattle connections, and time in the program for students to get their startup off the ground. Our goal for students: turn that spark into reality.
Brian Donaldson
Managing Partner, Gnu Talent
M.B.A, University of Washington
B.A., Economics, University of Washington
I mentor student entrepreneurs because I appreciate the help and counsel I received from my mentors when starting my career. It’s time to share my experience and to give back.
As a mentor, I excel at…
Product & market strategies, leadership development & executive coaching, team building, social impact & philanthropy.
Don’t ask me about…
Nothing is off limits.
The one thing people should know about me is…
I love hanging out with smart people.
My favorite entrepreneurial book, blog, podcast is…
Crossing the Chasm.
When I have free time, I…
Ride my motorcycle long distance.
I manage everyday stress by…
Meditation.
If I’m going out to dinner, I’ll generally order…
Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad.
As a kid, I was fascinated by…
Fighter jets & fighter pilots.
As an adult, I’m fascinated by…
Leadership.
The person I admire most is…
Melinda Gates.
I describe myself as…
Genial, authentic, smart, funny, humble.
My motto/tagline is…
It’s always all about the people.
