Brian Wong
Brian Wong is the Founding Partner of BW Growth Ventures and Ascii Ventures, an industry-leading early-stage venture fund specializing in “boring tech.” Wong is a prominent figure in mobile advertising and technology, best known as the Co-Founder and former CEO of Kiip, one of the world’s largest mobile advertising platforms. Before founding Kiip, Wong led publisher and technology partnerships at Digg, where he played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s mobile footprint, including the launch of the Digg Android app. At just 19, he became one of the youngest entrepreneurs ever to receive venture capital funding, demonstrating his early vision and business acumen. Throughout his career, Wong has received numerous accolades, including Forbes’ “30 Under 30,” Business Insider’s “Top 25 Under 25 in Silicon Valley,” and AdAge’s Creativity Top 50, recognizing his influence in technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Wong is also the author of The Cheat Code, a bestselling book offering bite-sized strategies and practical insights for accelerating success in business and innovation, translated into multiple languages. A sought-after speaker, he has delivered keynotes and presentations at major global events, sharing expertise on entrepreneurship, technology trends, and startup growth.
Brian Wong Professional Experience / Academic History
Professional Experience
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Founding Partner
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Business Development and Partner Relations
Academic History
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B.Comm., Marketing
KIIP
Brian Wong is the Founder and former CEO of Kiip, a leading mobile advertising network that leverages innovative reward-based systems to redefine how brands engage with consumers.
Under his leadership, Kiip became a major force in the tech industry, raising $40 million in funding from prominent investors including Verizon Ventures, American Express Ventures, Relay Ventures, and others.
The company earned significant recognition, being named one of the 50 Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company, listed by Forbes as one of the 4 Hot Online Ad Companies to Watch, and included on the Dow Jones FasTech50 List.
Kiip’s primary clients were major consumer brands such as Kellogg’s, Kraft, McDonald’s, Amazon, ExxonMobil, CVS, and Target.
In 2020, Kiip was acquired by NinthDecimal/InMarket, further solidifying its impact in mobile marketing.
RECOGNITIONS
3x Forbes' 30 Under 30
Forbes Top 20 Under 20 - Canada
Business Insider’s Top 25 Under 25 in Silicon Valley
18 Most Important People in Mobile Advertising
Mashable’s Top 5 Entrepreneurs to Watch
AdWeek's 7 Would-be Mobile Titans
IMPACT13’s Innovator of the Year
AdAge's Creativity Top 50
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Brian Wong is a seasoned public speaker, delivering keynotes and talks at global events including SXSW, Web Summit, TEDx, Cannes Lions, Forbes Summits, CES, and Paris Blockchain Week, where he shares insights on entrepreneurship, technology trends, and startup strategy.
He also regularly speaks to corporations such as Kraft, Procter & Gamble, Unilever, L’Oréal, MasterCard, Pepsi, and Deloitte, providing strategic guidance on innovation, mobile engagement, and brand growth.