With more regret than I have words to express, I need to announce the passing of the man who, among a litany of accomplishments; both raised and opened the world to me, quite literally teaching me almost everything I know.

Germane to our company: He gave me my start in this industry; was my go-to for every difficult decision, and was our first investor in the first round. Quite simply, our company would not exist without him.

He was a giant.

I am struggling with this.

Thank you for all the messages of condolences.