Help Us Get to SXSW’s 2018 Lineup

Help Us Get to SXSW’s 2018 Lineup

Wow, SXSW is coming soon and for a reasonably new resident of Austin – cheers to two years! – it is an incredibly exciting time for me and for my venture firm, Next Coast Ventures. I am almost embarrassed to admit that I am a “south-by’ virgin, having only heard...
Of Dogs.  Of Miracles.  Of Dogs Named Miracle…

Of Dogs. Of Miracles. Of Dogs Named Miracle…

Nearly 13 years ago to the day, I was somewhat of a lost soul, living as a bachelor in downtown San Francisco.  I was residing alone in a one bedroom apartment in the Marina district in a domicile that both lacked furniture and warmth.   My mother had just been...
How Entrepreneurs Can Think Like Venture Capitalists

How Entrepreneurs Can Think Like Venture Capitalists

Seven steps entrepreneurs can take to increase the odds of raising venture capital As an entrepreneur involved with two highly successful full-stack technology businesses, I spent fifteen years curiously wondering how venture capitalists make decisions. When I wasn’t...