Alex Konrad — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Founder and Editor of Upstarts Media, a tech publication focused on the startup ecosystem.
Founded Upstarts Media in February 2025.
Served as a Senior Editor at Forbes for 12 years, covering startups and venture capital.
Edited the Midas and Cloud 100 lists at Forbes.
Wrote over 15 cover stories, including on Satya Nadella, Melanie Perkins, and Assaf Rappaport.
Received a SABEW Honorable Mention for 'Best Body of Work' in 2023 for reporting on the Silicon Valley Bank crisis and generative AI boom.
Will produce a video interview series and a podcast for Upstarts Media.

Biography

Alex Konrad is the Founder and Editor of Upstarts Media, a new tech publication he launched in February 2025. Upstarts Media focuses on the startup ecosystem, from inception through IPO, and aims to provide in-depth reporting on startups, their funders, and the opportunities and challenges they face. The platform includes a twice-weekly newsletter hosted on Substack, with plans for a video interview series, community partnerships, high-touch events, and a podcast later in 2025.