Sean Kelly

Founder & Investor. Building companies at the intersection of health, media & founder performance.

Hey there, I’m Sean. I play at the intersection of investing, media and human performance.

I’m a three-time INC 500 founder & entrepreneur with businesses in eCommerce, SaaS, media and B2B services that have collectively generated hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue.

Right now, I serve as a General Partner at The Family Fund and am the CEO of Significant Publications, a B2B digital media holding company.

I'm particularly passionate about our brand FounderIV in support of today's founder-athletes. We help today's top entrepreneurs achieve breakout performance in their personal and professional lives.

I co-founded and led multiple other companies, including SnackNation, a health-centric foodservice and brand discovery platform that served 20,000 businesses across the US. 

Under my leadership, SnackNation was honored as one of the country’s Best Workplaces by Inc. Magazine, recognized for Top Company Culture by Entrepreneur Magazine, and certified as a Great Workplace by Great Place to Work®.

Forbes listed me as one of the top 30 leaders under 30 and one of America’s most promising CEOs under 35. Comparably also ranked me among the country’s top 50 small-to-medium sized business CEOs multiple years in a row. 

Outside of the business world, I’m a two-time national medalist in freestyle snowboarding, hold an advisory role at the growth capital firm, Meaningful Partners, have a degree in Biomedical Engineering from Columbia University and am an avid sports fan of all Michigan sports teams (especially the Wolverines).

I currently live in Venice, CA with my wife and college sweetheart, Shannon, and our goldendoodle, Jameson.

Chairman

We built the first Founderland in 10 weeks.

And almost died.

This past year we gave ourselves 6 months and built an external team to do it and it still wasn’t enough time.

So for next year’s event we decided to make the build a year-round affair…

And are focused on making Founderland a brand that lives throughout the year, not just as once-every-October event.

It’s funny to see how random ideas become full-time jobs lol

Took a quick trip to NYC this week to discuss Founderland ‘26 with one of our top partners J.P. Morgan  

The verdict?

It’s going to be big. 

Perhaps not as big as JPM’s new $3B global HQ at 270 Park Ave (most spectacular office I’ve been in w/ a Warhol or Jasper Johns around every corner)…

But still pretty big and lots of fun with a yuge amount of deals commenced (misspelling intentional)

Thanks for the tour Michael Conte you’re a legend and friend.

And glad to see you’re carrying Ancient Crunch Inc. MASA chips in all of your shops!

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Current health travel stack:

Zoomed off to NYC, Philly and Austin this week.

Back to back meetings all day, late dinners and sports games at night, and planes trains and automobiles like we all know.

Seems like 1/2 of the people I’ve met have a cold.

Here’s what I take on the road to feel good while away…

and do my best to arrive home feeling not-dead to the fam. Works most of the time ;)

 - Sinus rinse bottle filled with filtered water, betadine and salt/baking soda (use after every flight, likely illness prevention tactic #1)

- Zinc acetate lozenges if I’m feeling worn down or fatigued

- KetoneIQ every morning when I wake up to get that cognitive boost

- Momentous whey protein, plant protein, and creatine (10g) + Supergut fiber blended 1-2x per day to supplement diet

- Momentous Sleep pack + medical mouth tape + sleep mask every night

- Metal shaker bottle that doesn’t get gross

- Some type of hydration packets 2x/day minimum (right now using Dry Water)

- WIP 100mg energy pouches for a little boost early in the day usually before workout

- Another ~20 or so supplements in my vitamin case that I pre-fill for each day prior to the week

Sure, sleep/nutrition/exercise are essential and the most  important…but it’s near impossible to not sacrifice them a bit while playing the part of road warrior…so at least for me, travel supplementation is key.

Momentous Ketone-IQ DryWater Supergut

Swiss Chamber of Commerce in The Netherlands (SCCN)

I conduct a rapid assessment of companies or startups seeking investment, focusing on whether their concept and innovations align with current market trends and if their presentation materials create a favorable impression. Upon a positive evaluation, I advance them to the subsequent stages of the investment process.

Ambassador

Messe Frankfurt GmbH

International sales, marketing and business development and connecting business & people for many innovative exhibition industries is my passion :-) Adapting the right business strategy and keeping public relations in mind is always a key focus.

International Sales Manager

Igedo Company

International sales, marketing and business development and connecting business & people for many innovative fashion exhibitions were my duties. Adapting the right business strategy and keeping public relations in mind was always a key focus.

International Coordinator

Parade Architekten GmbH

International Sales, Marketing and Business Development were my main tasks. Convincing potential clients to build houses and to invest in real estate was my daily work.

Sales Specialist

⚡🌶💡 Together, we spark our future: Merging minds - expanding horizons, mixing insights and visions for a bright future🌞

Born in the picturesque city of Düsseldorf, Germany, I had the privilege of spending four enriching years in Palo Alto, California, at the heart of Silicon Valley. My educational journey culminated in an MBA from Schiller University in Heidelberg, a period that ignited my passion for international business.

Professionally, I have been fortunate to work in dynamic global cities such as Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Sao Paulo, and Mumbai. Currently, I am engaged in international sales at Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH  and I am also Ambassador for the Swiss Chamber of Commerce of The Netherlands where I focus on connecting people and sound businesses across borders. 

My expertise lies in international sales, marketing, and business development, with a keen interest in innovation and creativity. Staying abreast of the latest industry trends is a priority for me.
Beyond my professional life, I am passionate about photography, art, travel, and spending quality time with family and friends. I find solace in writing and immersing myself in nature, whether it be mountainous landscapes, snowy retreats, or the serene coastline.

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Cheers, Marcus 🌞

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