The market continues to be driven by blockchain hype, surging Bitcoin prices and confusion over ICOs. We thought we would share what we have learned about these trends and why they are connected. We acknowledge this may be a bit basic for some while enlightening for others.

See a demo from Vestigo Board of Advisors member Anders Brownworth on how to use the blockchain. This is a roll-up-your-sleeves, coding demonstration designed in a way anyone can follow. This will give you bragging rights at cocktail parties to tout your prowess as a blockchain hacker.

It also shows the need to understand what technology can and cannot do for your business — something we dig into with our LPs and portfolio companies on a regular basis.

I am happily married now 27 years. Lynn and I are blessed with three amazing children. As I reflect on the question, “What am I most thankful for?” the answer begins with family.

In 2011, I had a great job with SVG Capital. But I also had an entrepreneurial itch to scratch — which involved pursuing a tremendous market opportunity I could address by creating a new company. 

As a classic MIT technology guy, I am most thankful for the ways data can make the world a better place. A great example is everything we have done at Vestmark to lower costs for investors. The remarkable success we’ve had at Jobcase getting people hired is another. The possibilities for the future of FinTech and the consumer economy are endless.