Over the past decade, I’ve spent most of my time in and around startups — from early-stage teams through IPOs in Silicon Valley to tech communities in New York. Along the way, I’ve picked up on a lot of the quirks, inside jokes, and shared language that tend to follow founders around. There’s something genuinely special about that environment — the energy, the optimism, the unwaivering desire to do something impactful and to change the world. I wanted to capture and preserve a bit of that spirit in a simple, tangible way.

For those who don't want to wait for the future,
but want to help make it happen (e/acc)

A nod to those who know what's coming,
and a wink to those helping it get here.

🎉 Founderwear is a small side project I started to turn some of those observations into something wearable — featuring apparel and accessories inspired by tech culture, startup life, and a healthy dose of optimism for the future.

Let's be clear — we were using the emdash long before ChatGPT was

You’ll find references to things like fundraising, pivoting, YC, and demo days (with a dash of AGI) — the kinds of references that will be engrained in the minds of those who have gone through the process.

👉 See more here: Founderwear

Those who treat a YC rejection as defiance, not defeat.

For those accelerating the future—or daring to look it in the eye
(more on Roku's Basilisk )

Savor the moment — eventually it will just be called "coding"

Silicon Valley: where Canadian founders go to raise, build,
and accidentally say “sorry” during meetings.

Founder Mode — for when Do Not Disturb isn’t enough.

I’ve always liked the idea of building small things in public, and this one was a chance to combine a few interests — tech, design, and a bit of founder humor. Thanks for checking it out.