A little about me…
- CEO of FundingUniverse
- Serial Entrepreneurs
- Passionate about venture capital, angel investing, small business funding, social medial, internet technologies, and sports
- Husband, Father of 3
- (Oh yeah, and die hard BYU Football fan!)
FundingUniverse Blog- Twitter: @FundingUniverse
- fundinguniverse: "You no longer control your company's brand; your customers do." How web 2.0 has shifted control and how to react-- http://bit.ly/dlUsi2fundinguniverse: "You no longer control your company's brand; your customers do." How web 2.0 has shifted control and how to react-- http://bit.ly/dlUsi2 […]
- fundinguniverse: Just read a great blog-- how a David entrepreneur can outmaneuver a Goliath company. Smart, entertaining, a must-read: http://bit.ly/ajtlomfundinguniverse: Just read a great blog-- how a David entrepreneur can outmaneuver a Goliath company. Smart, entertaining, a must-read: http://bit.ly/ajtlom […]
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- fundinguniverse: ATTENTION UTAH ENTREPRENEURS!!! FundingUniversity starts September 7. We have 6 open slots. Registration is free... http://fb.me/FA8pEaanfundinguniverse: ATTENTION UTAH ENTREPRENEURS!!! FundingUniversity starts September 7. We have 6 open slots. Registration is free... http://fb.me/FA8pEaan […]
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Category Archives: Leadership
Like McCain, I Endorse Mitt Romney
I guess that it’s about time for me to start showing my public support for the man that, I believe, should lead the United States as our next President. After studying the issues that our country currently faces, I strongly … Continue reading
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Jeremy Hanks & Doba continue to Impress
Over the past couple months, I’ve had the opportunity to spend a good amount of time with Jeremy Hanks (Founder, Chairman & Head honcho at Doba). Jeremy has built an incredible company that has received a lot of (deserved) recognition … Continue reading
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It’s who is behind the CEO that counts…
Chris Knudsen wrote a blog entry about a year ago about the difficulty of being a CEO. While I don’t argue that being a CEO is difficult, it’s the “specialists” and the “monday morning QBs” (as he puts it) that … Continue reading
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Mitt Romney’s National Call Day
I have to tell you that I’m not that into politics. Should I be? Yes. Do I wish that I was? Yes. In fact, I’m going to have that be a small goal of mine this year — pay more … Continue reading
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#5 — Surround Yourself with Experience & Expertise
Another way to show you can execute is to surround yourself with talent. If an experienced professional steps up to join your management team or advisory board, it communicates to investors that you are building something valuable. It is also … Continue reading
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Blueprint to a Billion (inside-outside leadership)
A few weeks ago, I attended an impressive lunch conference that featured David Thompson, the author of the new book Blueprint to a Billion, as the keynote speaker. Going in to the event, I was interested in the topic but … Continue reading
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Projects & Meetings
One of the things that we have been focusing on lately at FundingUniverse.com is being more effective through projects. In other words, sometimes companies are too task-oriented and forget how their project contributes to the overall success of the company. … Continue reading
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Alan Hall standing Tall
I am continually impressed by Alan Hall. Alan Hall is the founder of Grow Utah Ventures, the most active early-stage venture capital firm in Utah. Their latest announcement is the funding of Revinetix — that’s 30+ technology companies funded by … Continue reading
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Energy vs. Experience
I just read a very interesting article in the Seattle Times that talks about young (in their twenties) CEOs. Supposedly, many VCs are seeking out young talent because they are well aware of the internet market. Here is an example … Continue reading
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Be cool…
Sometimes it blows my mind when I am meeting or talking with another individual who isn’t “cool.” I don’t use the word “cool” to mean “popular, well-liked, successful, etc.”– I mean business friendly. I get the feeling that people think … Continue reading
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Business is about people…
One of the things that I love about business is that you are always interacting with people. I’m a true believer that the best things happen out of the office. Obviously, your time must be balanced — but for the … Continue reading
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Remember who you are!
“Remember who you are! Knowing who you are changes what you do.” This phrase means more to me than most will ever know. You see, the phrase “remember who you are” was very frequently used by a very special person … Continue reading
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UITA Hall of Fame Dinner
Last Friday, I had the opportunity to attend the annual UITA Hall of Fame dinner event at the downtown SLC Marriott (Thanks David Bradford!) I was impressed by the attendance of many business professionals throughout the state including Senator Orrin … Continue reading
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