Venku founder Muriel Gaither is headed to Bentonville, Arkansas for the upcoming Innovation in Outdoor Recreation Showcase by Plug and Play Tech Center. Venku is an online marketplace for outdoor experiences, connecting consumers with hunting, fishing, hiking and outdoor adventure in 45 states. "Northwest Arkansas has allocated a lot of resources to growing the outdoor […]
Paul Riat is just this guy, trying to figure things out. A fan of Max Weber, he generally gets a kick out of the triangle between economy, society and liberty. His focus on technology startups and venture capital fits because early stage tech startups are the most dynamic and impactful elements of local economies -- improving liberty and society like a rising tide.