Ideas that move the mission forward

Explore our thoughts on investment, innovation, and mission.

Stephen Wemple
Shripriya Mahesh
Nolan Shah
Andrew Parker
Clear Filters
You Are The One
Writing

You Are The One

by Shripriya Mahesh •

Discover the harsh realities of film school and the filmmaking industry, from the dire odds of directing a feature to the extensive skills and resources required to make a real film.

Connecting People
Writing

Connecting People

by Shripriya Mahesh •

Discover how small acts of connecting people can profoundly impact lives, even shaping careers, with the power of an 'abundance mindset' in networking.

Corvus & ending drudgery
Writing

Corvus & ending drudgery

by Shripriya Mahesh •

Discover how automating tedious inventory reconciliation could transform manufacturing, freeing up human workers to pursue more meaningful, creative tasks and elevating the industry's role as an economic engine.

Agency
Writing

Agency

by Shripriya Mahesh •

Discover how the erosion of individual agency during times of crisis, such as the Ukrainian invasion, can profoundly impact human potential and achievement. Explore the fundamental role of agency in fulfilling one's purpose and shaping the future.

Indirect Value Capture
Writing

Indirect Value Capture

by Andrew Parker •

Discover how successful companies create value for customers and capture it for themselves, from hardware sales to free software offerings, revealing a strategic approach to monetization beyond direct product sales.

What Goes On a Pedestal Must Come Off
Writing

What Goes On a Pedestal Must Come Off

by Shripriya Mahesh •

Explore the nuanced reality behind revered figures, from renowned artists to influential leaders, and question the tendency to idolize individuals based solely on their achievements, rather than examining their full character and impact.

Will People Pay for Just One Flower?

Will People Pay for Just One Flower?

by Shripriya Mahesh •

Acclaimed Indian classical vocalist Sanjay Subrahmanyan embraces direct-to-consumer model with a YouTube channel membership, offering subscribers tiered access to his extensive archive and exclusive new concerts, as he adapts to the challenges of the pandemic and evolving industry dynamics.

Apollo’s Arrow

Apollo’s Arrow

by Shripriya Mahesh •

Discover how the COVID-19 pandemic has permanently reshaped society, from government and community self-reliance to the future of work, learning, and human connection.

My New Path: Spero Ventures

My New Path: Spero Ventures

by Andrew Parker •

Spero Ventures launches $123M fund, led by Shripriya Mahesh's unparalleled product expertise and artistic vision to empower the next generation of technology companies transforming wellbeing, work, and human connection.