Chazen Global Insights Archive

Brian Ballan '13 of A&B American Style shares what you need to know about bootstrapping your startup — credit cards, friends and family, and side hustles are all part of the story.

From early minimal viable product iterations in class to partnerships with Fresh Direct and Whole Foods, Professor Jack McGourty traces the steps leading to Wandering Bear’s success.

Launching a startup is hard. Early-stage legal doesn’t have to be. As a legal advisor to startups, here are some common questions I receive below.

How Dan Brillman '12 and Taylor Justice '14 are using technology to better serve those who serve our country.

How Sailo grew its fleet from 100 to 5,000 boats in just one year by leveraging the power of a compelling brand story.

Five essential pre-launch tips from Lauren Amery '16 — founder of the golf apparel company Dagny Scout.

Social media sites contribute to a herd mentality, reducing individuals’ likelihood to fact-check.

A natural disaster wrought a national program to provide flood insurance to Americans. Another could wipe it out.

Ever wonder what intellectuals read in their off time? Chazen Senior Scholars share a few of their summer picks.

In an era of endless disruption, learning is an organization’s only sustainable competitive advantage.

What makes certain entrepreneurs more likely to become angel investors than others?

This often-overlooked decision factor can have a significant impact on your venture’s future growth.

How this trailblazing startup has created an entirely new beauty category with a total addressable market of 80 percent of the population.

Now in its 21st year of supporting student ventures, the Lang Fund announced seed capital investments totaling $200,000.