Brandon Waselnuk

Brandon Waselnuk is a serial entrepreneur and product leader with a strong track record in founding and building startups, including his involvement with Y Combinator. He has co-founded multiple companies such as Tattoo Hero, Feathery, Dignified, and Squire AI (Codex), demonstrating his drive to innovate and create new ventures. ycombinator+2

With diverse experience spanning large corporations like IBM and Corel to venture capital roles at CoVenture and Pioneer Fund, Brandon possesses a broad understanding of product development, strategy, and investment. His roles as VP of Product and Director of Product Strategy highlight his expertise in guiding product direction and lifecycle. medium+1

Brandon is currently the Head of Product at Mintlify, a role he commenced in November 2024. He is focused on leveraging AI to streamline documentation and values a customer-centric approach, a high-agency team culture, and continuous innovation. His blog post about joining Mintlify provides insight into his leadership philosophy. mintlify

Beyond his professional achievements, Brandon is a dedicated advocate for mental health, openly sharing his personal struggles with bullying and depression during his youth. His volunteer work with United Way/Centraide Ottawa, including serving as a Cabinet Member for the NextGen Board, demonstrates his commitment to community support and ensuring access to vital resources for those in need. youtube