by Eric Hornung When I was younger, I wanted nothing more than to work on Wall Street. The books I read, the Wall Street Journal, the aura of living in Manhattan. It was the goal. Then, at 24 years old, I did it. I moved …
help wanted: we’re short on more than just engineers
by Jay Clouse After a year of producing upside, we’ve found the description of tech ecosystems not named “Silicon Valley” across the United States is more or less consistent. “Our tech scene is growing, the cost of living is great, we just need more capital.” …
why don’t you just meet me in the middle?
by Eric Hornung The Truth often exists in the middle. In the world of economics, the trickle-down Keynesian theories are directly opposed by the laissez-faire Austrian school. But the truth exists somewhere in the middle – the perfect combination of sweeping, centralized policy and organic, …
why we need platform in startup communities
by Jay Clouse I attended my first Startup Weekend event in 2012. I had an app idea (doesn’t everyone?) and after applying for a grant, was told, “This isn’t really aligned with our grants program, but here’s $100 — go pitch it at Startup Weekend.” …