Jared Campbell

Senior Partner – Engineering & Analytics

Jared Campbell is a seasoned leader with over two decades of engineering experience and a lifelong passion for endurance pursuits, including trail running, rock climbing, kayaking, and other demanding outdoor adventures. He is the only person to complete the legendary Barkley Marathon a record four times—a testament to his unmatched resilience and mental fortitude. As a Senior Partner at Endurance28, Jared brings a unique fusion of technical expertise, endurance mindset, and mission-driven leadership to the world of venture capital.

A ten-time finisher of the Hardrock 100 and veteran of extreme mountain challenges, Jared’s athletic achievements reflect the same principles that guide his professional life: clarity under pressure, disciplined decision-making, and sustainable performance. His engineering career spans advanced wireless datalink development, cutting-edge R&D—including multiple DARPA-funded initiatives—and leadership of high-performing, cross-functional teams tackling complex, high-stakes challenges.

Deeply committed to climate solutions, Jared has pioneered innovative net-positive home construction techniques and materials. He is also the founder of Running Up For Air, a global endurance race series raising awareness and funding for clean air initiatives.

At Endurance28, Jared is driven by a desire to create lasting impact by identifying and catalyzing the success of visionary founders—those with transformative ideas and the endurance to build companies that matter. He works closely with mission-driven entrepreneurs to navigate uncertainty, scale with intention, and create ventures that endure.