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