While I never knew him, I would much have liked to. Rong Yiren was a true entrepreneur. Rong’s … Continue lendo “A Eulogy to Rong Yiren”

One cannot but be in awe at the amazing beauty and diversity of Patagonia. From the Perito Moreno … Continue lendo “Patagonia”

My post praising the value of investment bankers led to a number of e-mails asking for the parameters … Continue lendo “Investment Banking Fees”

My trip to Morocco was magnificent. There was palpable energy in the air and the attitude of many … Continue lendo “Morocco”

Investment bankers have often decried as adding little value and adding complexity to otherwise simple sale processes. I … Continue lendo “In Praise of Investment Bankers”

Looking back, I realize how little I really knew about fund raising when I started Aucland. It seemed … Continue lendo “Fund Raising 101”

After a few more meetings with entrepreneurs in Paris including Fotovista (500 million euros in revenues!), oodrive and … Continue lendo “St. Moritz”

I recently came across an amazing site – BrainyQuote.com – with quotes from thousands of people from all … Continue lendo “Inspiring Quotes”

I have always been in awe of creativity in advertising. The first ad that profoundly moved me was … Continue lendo “Advertising Creativity”

The guiding theme of my current vacation is to meet entrepreneurs from the world over. As my travels … Continue lendo “Entrepreneurs Everywhere :)”

Zingy Founder Steps Down Peter Kafka, 12.01.05, 5:02 PM ET The founder of one of the best-known players … Continue lendo “If it’s in the press it must be official :)”

I suppose the concept of inspiring people through great oration is particularly appealing to me and when I … Continue lendo “Inspiring Speeches”

An international idea arbitrage is a concept I coined in the mid-1990s (apologies in advance to whomever might … Continue lendo “International Idea Arbitrage”

As I am entering a new stage of my life, the time has come to pull from my … Continue lendo “9 Business Selection Criteria”

Over the past four and half years, I have had the pleasure to share a wonderful journey with … Continue lendo “The End of a Journey, the Beginning of a New One”