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The Innovation State of the Union

Gregg Fraley, Author of Jack's Notebook

Some five years into an early stage technology company, I found myself, an experienced technology manager, as a CEO in search of competent manufacturing. Unfortunately the US government has muddied the waters by not implementing real industrial and technology policies. Thanks Pamela. Where is the innovation workforce? –

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Should You Co-Found Your Company With a Software Development Shop (2 of 2)?

David Teten

If the founder critically requires all of the things a venture studio offers, there’s potentially a strong selection bias against success… i.e. as an investor wouldn’t you always rather back the founder that overcomes early obstacles like recruiting cofounders based on a strong vision? And it’s not just early-stage founders who notice.