Professional Staff

Let's face it-in the venture capital world, managing directors get all the glory. But without the hard work and behind-the-scenes support of a professional staff, no venture firm can succeed over the long haul. We're lucky enough to have the best in the business.

Ross Carlson Ross Carlson
Director of Information Technology - Email Ross // Visit Ross' Blog

Ross has worked in technology for the past 15 years focusing on startup companies for the past 11. An Atlanta native, Ross attended Georgia State University where he majored in saxophone performance. He enjoys biking, hiking, gaming, and auto racing.

Kelly Collins Kelly Collins
Executive Assistant - Email Kelly

Kelly has worked with the team at Foundry Group for eight years and currently serves as an assistant to Brad Feld and Seth Levine. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Montana State University. In her free time Kelly enjoys cycling and running in addition to volunteering as a Docent at the Denver Zoo.

Becky Cooper Becky Cooper
Vice President, Operations - Email Becky

With over a decade of experience in accounting Becky has worked in venture capital for 8+ years. While she earned her BS in Accounting Becky worked with the Department of Defense, then with PricewaterhouseCoopers in San Jose, CA. Becky enjoys music, Pilates and yoga, and the outdoors with her family and friends.

Melissa Edic Melissa Edic
Corporate Accountant - Email Melissa

A Colorado native, Melissa holds an MBA from University of Phoenix and has worked in finance for 20+ years. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking with her dogs, riding her horse Dixon and working out at the gym.

Dave Pavek Dave Pavek
Fund Accounting Manager - Email Dave

Dave joined the Foundry Group team in June of 2006 and handles the accounting for the investment funds. Prior to joining Foundry Group, he was a Tax Manager for a Denver based CPA firm. In his free time, Dave enjoys watching movies.

Jill Spruiell Jill Spruiell
Executive Assistant and Office Manager - Email Jill

Jill has been with the Foundry Group team since May of 2000. Prior to this Jill was an executive assistant at PricewaterhouseCoopers in California and New Jersey. Jill enjoys the diverse spiritual culture in Boulder and sings with several local Kirtan groups. She also enjoys hiking and regular trips to Crestone, CO.