Why First Avenue Ventures Started A FundWe in the Birmingham entrepreneurial ecosystem often joke about how they are throwing money at deals in the VC hotspots, specifically…Oct 20, 2021Oct 20, 2021
The Power of Story (and Stamps)On a recent trip to Michigan, I stumbled upon an old letter in an antique store. While I initially wanted the letter for the Alabama stamp…Aug 13, 2021Aug 13, 2021
Published inFirst Avenue VenturesWhat Calendly Is Teaching Me About AI, Or Why I Still Believe in Free Will | First Avenue VenturesYears, maybe decades, ago, I had a discussion with an executive about whether or not you should have an assistant manage your calendar…Oct 23, 2020Oct 23, 2020
Published inFirst Avenue VenturesBlind Spots | First Avenue VenturesIf 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 12, 2020Jun 12, 2020
Published inFirst Avenue VenturesWhy Now Is Not the Time for SAFES and Convertible Notes | First Avenue VenturesPre-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 1, 2020May 1, 2020