Betting On Yourself

Betting on yourself takes courage and you might not always win, but if you take the losses and try to persevere, the wins will be so much sweeter. Today’s guest has truly gone through it all regarding founding startups and is refreshingly honest about the challenges, making it his mission to help other founders navigate the tricky and mysterious terrain of startups, with a focus on self-care and cumulative success. Wil Schroter is an entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of Startups.com. He ha...

Today is a very special episode as we welcome to the podcast NBA legend and friend of the host, Cuttino Mobley. Cuttino mentored our host during their playing days, and after giving us his definition of ‘betting on yourself,’ he talks about the responsibility of blessing others when you’ve been blessed with unique gifts and talents. He explains how the talent-filled city of Philadelphia influenced his extraordinary career and what it was like being groomed by the likes of Scottie Pippen, Hake...

You can't control what happens to you in life, but you can control how you choose to respond. Today, we are joined by a true American hero who knows this all too well: former US Navy SEAL Commander Dan Cnossen. Thanks to his sheer mental resilience, Dan overcame the monumental setback of losing both of his legs in combat in Afghanistan in 2009, going on to become a seven-time Paralympic medalist, a three-time Paralympian, and the Best Male Athlete of the 2018 Paralympic Games. During our conv...

"If you don't believe in yourself, who else will?" Inspired by his hardworking single mom, Corey Avinger has been betting on himself since day one, whether in school, sports, or business. After constantly being in the minority before college, the impact that attending an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) had on Corey drove him to found an apparel company called Support Black Colleges. The company's mission is to uplift, support, and encourage others to attend HBCUs, and in t...

Welcome back to Betting on Yourself! Today’s guest, Doug Ulman, who has survived cancer, not once, but three times, has used his unique experience to make a profoundly positive impact on the world by making a career out of fighting cancer. Doug is the former CEO of Livestrong, a founder of the Ulman Foundation, and the current CEO of Pelotonia. During today’s conversation, he tells his own story, inspiring listeners to believe that anything is possible. We hear about his work as a leader with...

Our guest today is none other than Don Yaeger, the multiple New York Times bestselling author, inspirational keynote speaker, executive coach, and so much more! In this episode, Don shares his journey of accidentally falling into journalism and going on to work his dream job as the Associate Editor of Sports Illustrated, before making a risky career pivot at age 45. You’ll learn about the challenges of his transition, the importance of being coachable, and what makes consistency the hallmark ...

Nick Potts was financially stable and working in a job that he loved when he got the itch to start his own thing. Armed with valuable experience from working in the healthcare sector and driven by his desire to have a meaningful impact on people’s lives, Nick emptied out his savings, moved into a trailer in his parent's backyard, and founded his first company, ScriptDrop. Taking the lessons that he learned from starting his first company two years ago, Nick went on to found a second startup, ...

Joining us in conversation today is Lacey Picazo, award-winning creative and Founder of ZoCo Design. In this episode, Lacey fills us in on why we need to set our own table and approach entrepreneurship with humility. We discuss the implications of planning too far ahead and touch on how to manage fear when building a business. Lacey also guides us through the practical aspects of hiring and prioritizing culture, while balancing work life with home life. Lacey is someone who truly understands ...

Traditional capitalism forgets an important variable: happiness. Today's guest believes that the true purpose of business is to uplift the experience of existing, not to make owners wealthier or produce ever-cheaper goods and services, but to elevate others to elevate himself. Tuning in, you'll hear from entrepreneur, speaker, and bestselling author, David Meltzer about his life's mission to empower over one billion people to be happy! David is the co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerl...

The road to success in the world of entrepreneurship is not easy, and it is definitely not clear. It takes a strong determination and commitment to your goals to navigate the unknown territories we will encounter along the way. Today, our guest is such a great example of this kind of bravery and self-belief. David Shands is an author, speaker, community builder, and the man behind the incredibly popular Social Proof podcast! We had a great conversation today, unpacking David's attitude toward...

It can be tricky knowing when to bet on yourself, especially if you're at the start of a successful career and feel an inner calling to change course drastically. No one knows this better than today's guest Jason Y. Lee. Jason is the founder of Jubilee Media, a company that creates original videos about meaningful human experiences and strives to create a movement of young changemakers through radical empathy. When Jason decided to pursue content creation full-time, he worked at a prestigious...

Today's episode is all about how coming together can create a rising tide for everyone, and building bonds that can support us all as we move forward through the uncertainties of life and business. Joining Michael on the show today is Tom Krouse, the CEO of Donatos, and Ron Jordan, the CEO and Chairman of Jordan Hospitality Group! We get to talk about the special partnership between today's panel, and why it goes beyond the simple definition, to something more like family. The conversation co...

Title: Coach Scoonie Penn: How to Walk Into the Unknown (and Win)Artist: Michael Redd Scoonie Penn, former college and professional basketball player, Director of Player Development at the Ohio State University, and Assistant Coach for the NBA’s Memphis Grizzlies, joins Michael on the podcast today.“People will tell you that you’re not capable, or that it’s not going to work, but you need to believe in your own strengths and abilities. I love betting on myself.” - Coach Scoonie PennThey ...

Title: Thaddeus Young: Doing Whatever it TakesArtist: Michael Redd Thaddeus Young is a legendary Georgia Tech Alum, Power Forward for the San Antonio Spurs, accomplished entrepreneur, and founder of the Young for Youth foundation, joins Michael on the podcast today.“There’s no running, there’s no hiding, I’m doing whatever it takes.” - Thaddeus YoungThey discussed Thad’s career as a professional athlete in the NBA, his tough childhood growing up in Memphis, the influence of his extraordi...

Title: T.J. Ford: The Willingness to Risk EverythingArtist: Michael Redd T.J. Ford, former NBA point guard, founder of the T.J. Ford Academy, and -- most importantly -- my former Bucks teammate, joins Michael on the podcast today.“You need to be willing to risk everything if you want to be the best in the world.” - T.J. FordThey discussed T.J.’s career and mindset as a professional athlete, his origins playing 3-on-3 in the early years, his first “break” as a player, his incredible high ...

Title: Tzvi Twersky: If You Don’t Bet On Yourself, Who Will?Artist: Michael Redd Tzvi Twersky, legendary marketer in the sports world and now sports marketing lead at Tik Tok, joins Michael on the podcast today.“If you don’t bet on yourself, who will?” - Tzvi TwerskyThey discussed Tzvi’s incredible career as a writer, editor, publisher and world class marketer, how he started from nothing, his close working and personal relationship with Kobe Bryant, our take on winning an NBA championsh...

Title: Iyin Aboyeji: The Challenges are Always The OpportunitiesArtist: Michael Redd Iyin Aboyeji, named one of the Top 100 most influential Africans by New African magazine, and co-founder of Andela, Flutterwave, and Future Africa, joins Michael on the podcast today.“The challenges are always and forever the opportunities.” - Iyin AboyejiThey discussed Iyin’s decision to commit his talents and career to the future of Africa instead of Silicon Valley, honing his professional goals, his i...

Title: Coach Chris Holtmann: Choose to Challenge YourselfArtist: Michael Redd Chris Holtmann, Head men’s Basketball coach at The Ohio State University and former All-American basketball player at Taylor University, joins Michael on the podcast today.“I have not been afraid to take risks.” - Coach Chris HoltmannThey discussed Coach Holtmann’s lifetime decision to always challenge himself and avoid comfort, the importance of great mentors, the unbelievable faith and grit of his wife, and h...

Title: Kevin Poston: Don’t Cheat YourselfArtist: Michael Redd Kevin Poston, legendary sports agent for over 30 years, sports marketing expert, named by Sports Illustrated as one of the most influential minorities in sports, and Michael’s beloved agent during his time in the NBA, joins Michael on the podcast today.“My father was the greatest man I’ve ever met. Nobody else even comes close. And my mother? My mother was my heart.” - Kevin PostonThey discussed Kevin’s extraordinary professio...

Jim Tressel, President of Youngstown State University and formerly head football coach of the Youngstown State Penguins and the Ohio State Buckeyes, joins Michael on the podcast today.“It’s important to study others, but to become yourself.” - Jim TresselThey discussed Jim’s life growing up poor, the incredible examples of his mother and father, his entrance into a lifelong and legendary career in teaching, sports, and leadership, and his deep, deep faith in Jesus Christ.Jim is the very defin...

Maverick Carter, founder of SpringHill Company, where he creates some of the most culturally-inspired brands, entertainment, and products, joins Michael on the podcast today.“It’s not about being able to do whatever we want to do, it’s about intention. If you have good intentions, the right intentions, rational intentions with the feeling of “the sky’s the limit” … then you absolutely have a shot at achieving everything you’ve ever dreamed of.” - Maverick CarterThey discussed Mav’s life growi...

David Lee joins Michael on the podcast today. David is Executive Vice President at Samsung Electronics, Head of Samsung Next, an accomplished startup investor, and formerly a corporate attorney at Google.“Growing up, my dad was an entrepreneur and he is an inspiration in many of my career and life choices. He invented the first fully automated fortune cookie machine. I decided to take a different path, and that’s when I realized what betting on yourself means.” - David LeeDavid is a hyper-int...

Alex Bente, former competitive tennis player, co-founder of leAD Sports (the world’s leading sports tech investment platform), and Principle of ADvantage Sports Tech Fund joins Michael on the podcast today.“My great-grandfather was the founder of adidas. He was mostly just super-focused on innovation in sports and that looked very much different 100 years ago than it does today.” - Alex BenteThey discussed Alex’s life growing up in Switzerland, life and business lessons from the game of tenni...

Today, Michael welcomes Dionte’ Johnson on the podcast. He’s a former fullback for the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals and The Ohio State University Buckeyes, entrepreneur, founder of the Columbus, OH sneaker boutique Sole Classics and the brand development agency Canvaas.“What I had to do was go back to the drawing board.” - Dionte’ JohnsonIn this episode, they talk about Dionte’s childhood years, his college and professional football career, his love of Columbus, and his remarkably creative entrepr...

Coss Marte, fitness trainer, author, and founder of ConBody, the prison style fitness bootcamp joins Michael on the podcast today.“Betting on myself ... I feel like what I’ve done is born out of desperation. I think maybe my DNA is built a certain way, my mom is a hustler too. I saw her coming up from nothing and coming to America and giving us an opportunity here, you know, my brothers and my sister, to explore a better life. And we really took advantage of that, seeing that great role model...

Erik Hersman, co-founder and CEO of BRCK (a 'backup generator for the internet'), technologist, investor, writer, Marine, and advocate of technological and entrepreneurial innovation in Africa, joins Michael on the podcast today. “I like solving big problems, and there’s big problems to solve.” - Erik HersmanThey discussed Erik’s amazing life growing up in South Sudan and Kenya, the surprisingly difficult cultural transition he faced when moving back to the United States for college, and...

Ryan Day, Head Coach of The Ohio State University Football program, joins Michael on the podcast today. They discussed Coach Day’s incredible career as a coach in the NFL and at The Ohio State University, a former college football player, his incredible spirit, and how to operate in a high-stakes world.Coach Day is an inspiring, tough, and loving guy. Around him, you get the feeling that “everything’s going to be OK.” And that’s part of the reason why he’s been such a legendary and succe...

Peter Feigin, President of the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks and formerly Vice President of Marketing for the New York Knicks and Director of Marketing at Six Flags, joins Michael on the podcast today.They discussed his incredible career accomplishments at major brands, his rise from recruiter to President, handing out parking tickets in the Bucks lot, working for social justice in the epicenter of the global movement, and his unique leadership style.When asked about what betting on yourself means to...

Former Israeli Defense Forces Soldier, political analyst, and current Director of Value Creation and Venture Capital Lead at Empower Africa, Caleb Zipperstein, joined host Michael Redd to talk about the power of small improvements, the unexpected twists and turns in his life, and what Betting on Yourself means to him.“What does it mean to bet on yourself. I feel that a lot of the success I may have had in life is really a by-product of the people I’ve been fortunate to surround myself with, w...

Legendary, 14-season veteran of the NBA, Corey Maggette, joined host Michael Redd to talk about the “no days off mindset,” leaving Duke early to chase his NBA dream, and stepping up his game to play with the most elite athletes on the planet.“No one in the history of the Duke organization had ever left, especially as a freshman. And I felt at that time it was a great opportunity to pursue this dream that started when I was 12 years old at The Boys & Girls Club [of America], to bet on myse...

Entrepreneur and Founder of The Roosevelt Coffeehouse, Kenny Sipes, joined host Michael Redd to talk about his winding path to entrepreneurship, jumping (and risking it all) without a net, and what it means to bet on himself.“I was either going to plan a church … go be a missions pastor at another church, start a non-profit, social justice organization, or go work for one. And those were what was on the table.” – Kenny SipesKenny Sipes – Founder and Executive Director of Redeeming Injustice (...

Allan Houston, two-time NBA All-Star, Olympic Gold Medalist, and Founder of social impact and leadership development company FISLL, rapped with host Michael Redd about his rise to becoming a top NBA player, and his subsequent successes, failures, and hard lessons learned.“Relationships are the currency of life.” – Allan HoustonAllan is a legendary shooting guard from the Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks. In addition to making the 1999 NBA finals with the Knicks, he’s also served as GM and ...

President and owner of Columbus-based Uniglobe Travel Designers, Elizabeth Blount McCormick, spoke with host and friend Michael Redd about the art of approaching business (and life) without fear, why a “no” often leads to a better “yes,” and the importance of adopting a “no fear” attitude."Nothing beats a failure but a try. And the worst thing you can hear is a ‘no.’ But the one phrase I live by is ‘a no leads to a better yes’. There are times I’ve been told no, but that means something else ...

Steven Lim, owner of Watcher Entertainment, and the creator/host of the YouTube series “Worth It,” joined host Michael Redd to talk about second-guessing himself, taking risks when he wanted to play it safe, and rejecting – then accepting – a job offer that would ultimately open the door to his viral online success.“I didn’t start making videos because I wanted to make cat videos… I came here because I wanted to make really meaningful, impactful videos about culture, identity, and food.” – St...

Entrepreneur Tim Staples joined host Michael Redd to talk about his hard-fought wisdom and experience, a reminder to place your bets carefully, and how to always be prepared for change.“I like to think of passion as like a metal detector for where the good stuff is.” – Tim StaplesTim Staples has carved a space for himself in the marketing and advertising world, first in sports, then in the entertainment industry, and now with major brands like Pepsi, AT&T, MARS, Adobe and The Olympics. He...

Award-winning Hollywood film producer, Nina Yang Bongiovi, chatted with host Michael Redd about the challenges and hurdles she’s overcome, how she forged her own path in an ultra-competitive industry as an Asian American, and how to make a difference in the world.“Being willing to spend the time to develop the talent is really important. And I also choose people who are underrepresented in our industry … that’s critical.” – Nina Yang BongioviNina is an American film producer with over 20 year...

The CEO of Columbus-based office design and furnishing company, Continental Office, Ira Sharfin, spoke with host Michael Redd about his passion for life-long learning, and why he teaches the mantra “bet on yourself” to his own family.“The best thing you can do is bet on yourself. It’s not that you don’t need other people – you always need people to help you – but no one can do it for you. There are no handouts.” – Ira SharfinIra is the CEO of the award-winning, Columbus-based, office design a...

Entrepreneur and venture capital expert, Christoph Sonnen, reunited with host Michael Redd to talk about his road to success and what betting on yourself really means to him.“Great business ideas are like surfing. You won’t make it if you’re too early, you won’t make it if you’re too late.” – Christoph SonnenChristoph is the co-founder and CEO of leAD sports accelerator and is also a partner at ADvantage Sports Tech Fund, joining forces with Jeremy Pressman and friend Michael Redd with a comm...

Welcome to Season 2 of Betting On Yourself! We couldn’t think of a better way to kick off this season than with an amazing interview host Michael Redd did a couple of years ago with venture investor and entrepreneur, Chris Sacca.Chris spoke at length with Michael about his road to success, times on his journey when he had to put it all on the line and bet on himself, and how he came to be one of the most successful venture investors ever.“Startup investing is one of my things — but it’s not m...

In a special edition of Betting on Yourself, host Michael Redd partnered with his friends at Empower Africa for an exclusive podcast episode – as part of their virtual networking event – to help drive business and growth in Africa.Guest Harry Tomi Davies (aka TD) is an advisor, author, public speaker, and angel investor.“Measure life, not by money, but by time, because that’s what life really is. It’s about how you spend the experiences.” – Harry Tomi DaviesTD spoke with Michael about a journ...

Mental health advocate, award-winning author, and influencer, Achea Redd, spoke with host and husband Michael Redd about her own journey from diagnosis to recovery, and her mission to help end the stigma associated with seeking mental health care, especially for women of color.“We have to let go of who we think we should be and embrace what is.” – Achea ReddAchea Redd is the author of “Be Free. Be You,” and founder of the non-profit, Real Girls F.A.R.T. – a space designed to empower and equip...

Venture capitalist and attorney, Lindsay Karas Stencel, chatted with host Michael Redd about how success in competitive athletics translates to business success, her journey from elite athlete to high-powered lawyer, and her passion for supporting emerging and diverse voices in business and beyond.“I’ve always liked the idea of taking a concept and applying capital and talent and to turn that into what ultimately, in the best-case scenario, becomes a successful, high-growth company. Venture c...

British fashion designer and entrepreneur, Charli Cohen, spoke with host Michael Redd about blending the digital and physical worlds, the value of staying small and agile through the pandemic, and how trusting her instincts has had a huge impact on fashion.“This whole COVID situation has been quite a leveler for the industry and been a way for smaller, more agile brands to stand out and innovate during this time.” – Charli CohenCharli planned her first fashion collection at the age of 13 – on...

Venture capitalist and professional basketball player, Jeremy Pressman, rapped with host Michael Redd about his vision for the future of sports, and how his passion, drive, and ethos have helped shape his career.“Here you’re taught, you should, and you can ... fail time and time again. It’s a good character-building experience.” – Jeremy PressmanAfter a successful college stint at Yeshiva University Jeremy pursued a basketball career in Israel. Jeremy is a veteran of Israel’s Artzit basketbal...

Senior VP and Athletic Director for The Ohio State University, Gene Smith, talked with host Michael Redd about his passion for helping student-athletes thrive, his journey from Eastern Michigan to Ohio State, and why it’s OK to be selfish sometimes.“Self-awareness is critical. Then you have to make sure you pay attention to your teammates. You’re not going through that challenge alone, so you need your teammates to be the best they can be… but it starts with me.” – Gene SmithNamed “one of the...

The tech entrepreneur and Director of the Yellow Accelerator at Snap Inc., Mike Su, chatted with host Michael Redd about how his career started with a comic book company, why taking the right risks strengthens your entrepreneurial drive, and choosing “the road less traveled.”“This moment has shown the importance of when leaders rise and leaders falter, in times of crisis … When the future’s uncertain, who are the ones that are willing to have difficult conversations, to point to things that a...

Former Boston Celtics standout and NBA free agent, Jared Sullinger, got honest with host Michael Redd about surrounding yourself with the right people, the hardest part about going pro at a young age, and how to rekindle your motivation.“You have to play every game like it’s your last because you never know what’s going to happen.” – Jared SullingerComing out of his incredible, undefeated final year of high school Jared was a 2010 McDonald's All-American co-MVP, James A. Naismith Award winner...

CBS College Basketball Analyst, and former NBA player and executive for the Indiana Pacers, Clark Kellogg, spoke with host Michael Redd about his time in the league, his dedication to a career as a top TV sports broadcaster, and how his faith has played a role in his success.“Don’t be afraid of the work, or the time it might take to hone your craft. Sports – basketball in particular – taught me some of those things as I transitioned from being on the court, and between the lines, to being cou...

Former World No. 1 ranked pro golfer and philanthropist, Jason Day, took a break from the links to chat with host Michael Redd about his humble beginnings and rise to the top of the golf world, what it takes to persevere through injury, and his admiration of his mentor Tiger Woods.“I’m addicted to the process of getting better.” – Jason DayThe Australian professional golfer and PGA Tour member is a former World Number 1 in World Golf Ranking. From 2015 to 2016 he was considered the best golfe...

Entrepreneur, VC, and NBA star, Spencer Dinwiddie, took some time to chat with host Michael Redd about his challenges along the journey to pro basketball, what it means to surround yourself with the right people, and being “... a tech guy with a jumper.”“Basketball is just the tip of the iceberg. Off the court, I build businesses that improve the lives of others and make the world a better place.” – Spencer DinwiddieAn “unstoppable force,” both on and off the court, Spencer currently plays fo...

Venture capitalist, serial entrepreneur, and Founder of Share Ventures, Hamet Watt, hit pause to rap with host Michael Redd about what it takes to navigate the waters of entrepreneurship, how to wire your business for success, and his optimism for the future of “inclusive innovation” and solving social justice problems."Being able to find your way out of situations that you think are impossible, is what inspires you to take bigger risks knowing that you're gonna get out if it happens again." ...

Real estate developer and CEO, Brett Kaufman, took time to chat with host Michael Redd about entrepreneurship as a form of creativity, how he decided to build “communities centered on wellbeing, expression, and impact,” and his passion for creating “spaces that optimize the human experience.”"The building is just the beginning. The true value is what happens in and around it. We design communities for individuals who seek something more." – Brett KaufmanBrett is a “champion of innovative, cur...

The venture capitalist and former NBA journeyman, Josh Childress, spoke with host Michael Redd about his winding path from Compton to Stanford, the NBA, and beyond, why he went back to college (twice) after pro sports, and his passion for real estate, investing, and community redevelopment."I wanted to shift from receiving checks to writing them.’" – Josh ChildressJosh was a standout basketball star in high school and college – named a McDonald's High School All-American, AP first-team All-Am...

Fox Sports analyst, commentator, and radio host, Chris Broussard, took time out to chat with host Michael Redd about his path to becoming an influential voice in sports journalism, how betting on himself has allowed him to remain objective, and his involvement with the K.I.N.G. Movement."When I talk to young people I say, ‘There’s a fine line between confidence and arrogance … and you have to learn how to walk it.’" – Chris BroussardChris is a longtime sports journalist, best known for his co...

Founder and CEO of Pursuit: Suiting the Next Generation, Nate DeMars, spoke with host Michael Redd about his slow evolution of confidence to finding success, the unlikely stepping stones that helped him build a remarkable career, and how to carve out a niche that you're passionate about."Run in the direction of the things you’re excited about … but know that when you get there, it’s going to look very different than how you thought it would look." – Nate DeMarsThe entrepreneur started Pursuit...

Founder and CEO of Sage House, entrepreneur, and author, Erica Williams Simon, chatted with host Michael Redd about betting on yourself as a way of life, taking a leap of faith early in her career, and why developing a “sixth sense” is so important for finding your calling."The contingency plan is you, and needs to be one tied to who you are." – Erica Williams SimonThe social critic, media personality, and reformed Washington politico has been a lifelong civil and human rights activist. Throu...

The founder of JackThreads and serial entrepreneur, Jason Ross, spoke with host Michael Redd about his early days as a broke entrepreneur, the big gamble of launching (and selling) his own startup, and what it takes to survive the ups and downs of the business world."I wrote the business plan and spent two and a half years just working out of my house to get it started." – Jason RossNamed after his grandfather, Jason founded JackThreads in 2008 – a members-only flash sale site for the streetw...

NBA point guard for the Utah Jazz and all-time leading scorer for the Memphis Grizzlies, Mike Conley Jr., joined host Michael Redd to talk about how to develop a winning mentality, why preparation and mental toughness are the keys to great achievements, and his journey as a pro athlete.“The reason players aren’t afraid is they don’t think of the moment. For me, you don’t let the moment overtake you, you don’t think about the score, you don’t think about failure. You think about the opportunit...

Two-time NBA champion, Hall of Famer, and fellow Olympic gold medalist, Ray Allen, joined Michael to reminisce about what it takes to play the long game in basketball, life, and the discipline required to be a champion.“I believe that everything that I learned in my career, everything that sustained me for 18 seasons, it’s important to pass that along,” – Ray AllenAllen is a 10-time NBA All-Star considered by many to be the greatest three-point shooter of all-time.He was inducted into the Nai...

In the inaugural episode of Betting On Yourself the founder and Chief Creative Officer of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, Jeni Britton Bauer, joined Michael to speak about the story of her success, the definition of "betting on yourself," and the early life struggles that motivated her. “No one else makes ice cream like Jeni Britton Bauer.” – Food & Wine Magazine The James Beard award-winning ice cream maker and entrepreneur is a pioneer of the widely copied, ingredient-driven, artisan ice cr...

Join host Michael Redd for his latest venture, Betting On Yourself, a podcast that shares firsthand stories from successful entrepreneurs, athletes, and other top performers who rose to the top, took success into their own hands, and bet on themselves.Michael is a world-class investor and former NBA All-Star and Olympic Champion who played 12 seasons of professional basketball, most notably with the Milwaukee Bucks. He’s been building, developing, and investing in tech-focused startups since ...