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Eric Marcoullier

Eric Marcoullier

Startup coach, serial entrepreneur, and product development expert

Boulder, Colorado
Joined July 2026

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Eric Marcoullier is a highly experienced serial entrepreneur and startup coach with a career spanning over 25 years. He has a proven track record of co-founding successful tech companies like IGN, MyBlogLog, and Gnip, which achieved significant exits, including an IPO and acquisitions by Yahoo! and Twitter. His expertise lies in product development, strategic consulting, and guiding early-stage startups. marcoullier+2
Marcoullier emphasizes learning from failures as much as successes, stating that most of his value comes from his many failed projects. He coaches founders on avoiding common pitfalls, advocating for practical, 'obvious' startup advice gleaned from extensive firsthand experience. marcoullier+2
Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, Eric Marcoullier is actively involved in the startup ecosystem as a Techstars mentor since 2007 and an organizer of Thunderview CEO Dinners for Colorado-based founders. He also shares his insights through his blog, 'Obvious Startup Advice,' covering topics such as fundraising, leadership, and product strategy. marcoullier+2

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Enjoys going to live music and consuming popular culture. obviousstartupadvice