Smokey Robinson and Weekend Reads and Listens

Happy Saturday, everyone! Well, to throw in a curveball, it seems like a hurricane is hitting the west coast of the United States. As someone who spent over a decade in Florida, I’ve learned not to fret too much about these situations. These storms have a knack for decelerating and changing direction in the blink […]

My trip to Baahstan….Weekend Reads and Listens

The latter half of this week I spent at a board meeting at Statera in Boston, MA. Despite it being a pain in the ass flying 6-hours across the country from San Diego it cemented the fact that face to face interactions are required in this business. Zoom calls dehumanizes the process of catalyzing the […]

Legoland on Repeat and Weekend Reads and Listens

When you’ve got small kids you lose your weekends completely as an individual and even as a married couple. You are strictly in survival mode. Going from activity to activity trying to keep the entertained and energy exhausted to avoid the incessant whining. Legoland has been a stable for us- we have been probably close […]

Boating with Friends and Weekend Reads and Listens

Yesterday I cut out of work early to take my wife on a date with our friends Branon and Kayla Hanono. There is nothing better than having friends with boats. We enjoyed lounging around talking about family, kids, and a little about the pet tech industry. Hope you enjoy your weekend and I will see […]

"Going the Distance" and Weekend Reads and Listens

Over the summers I usually spend my workouts running and cycling mostly because of the incredible weather and incredible scenery. This summer has been a breakout for me in terms of speed and endurance. I think its because my diet is better and now to testosterone replacement therapy. I have a virtual coach that is […]

Traveling/Networking, Great Swag and Weekend Reads and Listens

This has been filled with networking opportunities, reminding me of how fulfilling face-to-face interactions can be. Building a comprehensive network requires dedication and occasional travel. Reflecting on a recent quote, “You Cannot Commute to War,” I couldn’t agree more – anything that holds great significance requires a personal touch. Special thanks to Adam Greenbaum of […]

Happy 4th of July Weekend and Reads and Listens!

Wishing everyone a joyful Fourth of July weekend! It’s a wonderful time to celebrate as Americans. While we may hear complaints about our country, it undoubtedly excels amidst any alternatives. Although not flawless, when it comes to a democratic and entrepreneurial society, there is no better nation. Let’s put aside sensationalized news and genuinely contemplate […]

Why Do I Need a Fake Tooth, Really… and Weekend Reads and Listens

After only three days, my temporary tooth went missing. I immediately suspected my oldest daughter, Sophia, who has a habit of hiding my belongings. I begged her to return it, but all she would admit to taking was my bike tail light, which she quickly gave back. When I explained that the fake allowed me […]

Weekend Reads and Listens: Happy Fathers Day!!!

Happy Fathers day to all the dads out there. As a #girldad of three under four years old I foresee my day doing fun stuff with them and my wife Stacy. I am hoping that maybe towards the end of the day my wife will let me escape to see the new Flash movie with […]

Weekend Reads and Listens: Maui Wowie Trip

Over the weekend, my family and I celebrated my in-laws’ 50th wedding anniversary in Maui. Considering the fact that the divorce rate is over 50%, their milestone is something truly worth celebrating. I hope that my wife and I can follow in their footsteps and go the distance. Our trip was packed with delightful dinners, […]

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