Beyond the Product: Why Rick Carlson Views Startups as a Creative Masterpiece
What does it take to move a business from a simple idea to a market leader? Is it just having the right code, or is it about the “art” of the build?…
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AI Governance Starts with Trust: Key Takeaways from IAPP Data Intensive 2026
After reflecting on the discussions at the International Association of Privacy Professionals Data Intensive 2026, it is clear that artificial intelligence continues to dominate the data privacy sector, and trust in AI…
The Heart of the Hustle: Leading with Soul in the Social Sector
What does it take to build a movement that lasts? Is it a perfect business model, a massive endowment, or just a bit of a rebellious spirit? Talking with Amber Melanie Smith,…
One Founder’s Calling: How VR Coaching and Resilience Win the Game
What does it take to build a successful company? Is it incredible technology, a passionate mission or just sheer grit? Talking with Mike Halpert, CEO of Ver Coaching, on the Founder Shares…
AI Governance in Action: Key Takeaways from the IAPP Global Conference
The International Associate of Privacy Professionals hosted their Artificial Intelligence Governance Global North America conference in Boston on September 18th and September 19th and I was lucky to attend. From keynote speakers…
Eighth Circuit “Opts-Out”: Eighth Circuit Vacates FTC’s Negative Option Rule
On July 8, 2025, the Eighth Circuit issued its decision[1] to vacate the FTC’s revised Negative Option Rule (the “Rule”). The Eighth Circuit made its decision on procedural grounds, finding that the…
The Authenticity Advantage: How Runbin Dong’s Scale Social AI Helps Small Businesses Shine
In the bustling world of digital marketing, where businesses constantly vie for attention, standing out can feel like an impossible task, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises. But what if their most…
FTC’s Updated Rule on Negative Option Programs Takes Effect July 2025
If your company utilizes automatic renewals for online subscriptions, the FTC has finalized a rule that may require you to revisit those subscriptions. The FTC has finalized amendments to the Negative Option…
The Future of Supply Chains: Chris Andrassy on Using AI to Predict & Prevent Disruptions
What if artificial intelligence could help businesses stay one step ahead of the next supply chain crisis? For Chris Andrassy, co-founder and CEO of Astral Insights, that’s not a futuristic fantasy, it’s…
Inside a $175M Deal: Tim McLoughlin & Joshua Hayes Live From RDU Startup Week
Founder Shares (Live At Raleigh-Durham Startup Week) What really happens behind the scenes of a $175 million startup deal? In a special live episode of the Founder Shares podcast, recorded at Raleigh-Durham…