The Operating Layer of Local Business: A Vertical-SaaS Thesis
The biggest software opportunity of the next decade is not another tool for enterprises. It is the operating system for […]
Why I Came Back to Run Stevens Ford
I sold the company I built for $342 million. Then I went back to sell Fords in the town where
My Second Ring: The People Behind the Work
Six documented connections across Yodle, Punchey, public radio, and the work of explaining local-business technology: Kartik Hosanagar, Ben Rubenstein, John Berkowitz, David Olk, David Martin Davies, and Dennis Yu.
Tipping Has Gotten Out of Control
I recently had the honor of joining David Martin Davies on “The Source” at Texas Public Radio to talk about
How Businesses Are Using AI and Automation to Personalize the Customer Experience and Boost Sales in 2026
Bladerunner, The Matrix, WALL-E, the Jetsons, and countless others prophesied an era when humans and artificial intelligence would cross paths.
What the Future of EV Adoption Will Really Look Like
A few years ago, electric vehicle (EV) adoption was the headline discussion of every dealership in town — investors listened,
Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a Business
Despite high property costs and borrowing rates, today is still a promising time to start your own business. A recent survey showed