2020 Business Books | First Avenue VenturesFor some reason, my reading habits changed during the pandemic. I certainly had more time, but that did not lend itself to me reading more…Feb 5, 2021Feb 5, 2021
Embracing Paradox in 2021 | First Avenue VenturesNo paradox in my life has been more stark than the current COVID-19 paradox: with the great relief of vaccines on the horizon, we’re…Jan 7, 2021Jan 7, 2021
The Unregulated Entrepreneurial Advising Industry | First Avenue VenturesI came across an article recently that described the “entrepreneurial advisor complex.” While I unfortunately cannot find the article, it…Dec 11, 2020Dec 11, 2020
Unity and Grace in the Post-Election WorldI wrote this before the election; Emma can testify to that fact. So I do not know who won, which is purposeful. While I am for Biden, and…Nov 17, 2020Nov 17, 2020
What Calendly is Teaching Me about AI, or why I still believe in Free WillYears, maybe decades, ago, I had a discussion with an executive about whether or not you should have an assistant manage your calendar…Nov 2, 2020Nov 2, 2020
Venture Capital and the Destruction of America: Why Marc Andreesseen is wrong.In his essay released on April 18, 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 Crisis, Marc Andreessen — famed venture capitalist and founder of…Aug 27, 2020Aug 27, 2020
Two Bills to Root For in the Next StimulusUndoubtedly, COVID-19 has devastated the American economy. On July 29th, the Federal Reserve decided to hold interest rates steady in…Aug 7, 2020Aug 7, 2020
Birmingham Entrepreneurial Scene: Mid Year Assessment 2020We provide this update every six months, and we’ve enjoyed doing so because it gives us a chance to reflect on the market that we love so…Aug 1, 2020Aug 1, 2020
BlindspotsIf you’ve ever taught a kid how to drive, you know it’s a harrowing experience. Unlike other teaching situations, the fact that the…Jun 18, 2020Jun 18, 2020
We Need to Save Birmingham’s Entrepreneurial SceneThe effects of financings on non coastal mid tier tech cities such as Birmingham Alabama could be devastating if we do not proactively…May 29, 2020May 29, 2020
Why Now is Not the Time for SAFEs and Convertible NotesPre-COVID-19, I told someone that I did not like SAFEs and convertible notes. I wish I could find that person now; I would assume a little…May 18, 2020May 18, 2020
