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Founder Stories on Team Building & Talent for Forbes Column

There’s a moment in every company when a founder realizes something uncomfortable: The product isn’t the hardest thing to build. The team is. Over the years—whether I was helping architect new departments, building with founders and coaching high-performance leaders and teams, and now on the frontline of making bets by investing in teams with bold visions, I’ve seen the same pattern repeat itself. The difference between companies that scale and companies that stall is rarely strategy. It’s how leaders think about talent. And I do not mean "scale" as in head count numbers and hiring velocity. I mean scale as in beyond their capacity and capabilities to deliver on their missions. In areas like: • how they design teams • how they develop people • how they make hard leadership decisions • how they communicate when things get hard • how they evolve alongside the company they’re building And most importantly — how they see and define careers. For a while now we've known that the old model of talent is breaking. Linear ladders are disappearing. AI is reshaping roles faster than org charts can keep up. The most interesting leaders today aren’t just building companies — they’re reimagining how humans build meaningfully inside them. This year I'll be featuring more voices in my Forbes column, (https://lnkd.in/gBp9dn6v), on Founders and Leaders building with first-principles mindsets in the areas of Talent, Leadership, and the Future of Teams. I'm interested in gathering the collective wisdom of not just HOW but WHO is building in this space with intention and foresight. I’m especially interested in stories like: • A surprising lesson you learned building your leadership team • A hiring decision that changed the trajectory of your company • A moment where your thinking about careers or talent fundamentally shifted • A team-building mistake that taught you something invaluable For those curious, here are a few of the conversations and insights I’ve been exploring and would love to build on: I wrote a Kids Book About Teams: https://lnkd.in/gFRuDAYG Culture As An Architecture: https://lnkd.in/gy-f3vah How Risk Taking Leads to Career Wins: https://lnkd.in/gSESVbwc If you’re a founder, operator, investor, or people leader with a perspective worth sharing, I’d love to hear from you. Because the future of companies will be built by people who understand one simple truth: Great companies aren’t built by #talent. They’re built by teams that know how to grow together -- and I want to get to know your story. So if this sounds like something interesting to you and you have some insights or wisdom you want to share, DM me. Let's learn together. I’m always looking to feature thoughtful voices and real stories.

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UK & EU Investors on Iran War Impact on Startup Valuations & Funding

#journorequest Looking for UK & European investors to comment on the impact of the war in Iran on valuations of early-stage startups & their funding strategies for a Forbes story. email [email redacted]

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Passover Food & Spirits or Outlander Experiences or Unique Cheesesteaks for Forbes

Forbes I’m starting to seek Passover (KFP) wine, spirits, and food products, if you have any - please drop me an email with more information! I’m also SO excited about the return of Outlander and working on Outlander-related experiences you can have in honor of the return - hotels, tours, restaurants, bars, tell me more! Cheesesteak Day is also coming and I’d love some great and creative, unique cheesesteaks to be pitched! Same format as always: Name, where available (restaurant name, city, state, URL), description, quote from chef about dish, and image. Thanks! Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run. Please consult my industry insights guides on submitting [url=https://substack.com/redirect/f5a43ccc-9e5c-40a8-a804-44acdf28f9af]expert commentary[/url], [url=https://substack.com/redirect/670e568a-0771-4730-85c5-28d8115d4584]sending emails that will catch a journalist’s attention[/url], [url=https://substack.com/redirect/bcb165ff-e22e-483f-b16c-1cb0cffaaf8f]how to craft pitches journalists will say ‘yes’ to[/url], and the r[url=https://substack.com/redirect/f8292250-47e9-41f8-9b67-8693a80844ae]ight and wrong way to submit photos[/url], if you need any extra guidance before sending your pitches. Tip: [url=https://substack.com/redirect/d36ba969-8541-449a-bd3a-f7b6c59ca1cb]If you want any guidance on how to pitch for gift guides more successfully, be sure to check out the complete webinar recording linked here — it’s free![/url] Before pitching: [url=https://substack.com/redirect/8c4a89e5-497e-44d4-aaf0-8d103c568131]Please be sure to refer to my photo submission guidelines for help with photo submission best practices[/url]!

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Cruise Travelers Affected by Middle East-Med Changes for Forbes

For Forbes: I'm looking to speak to cruisers who have received communications from cruise lines and/or have had upcoming cruises in the Middle East or Mediterranean cancelled or rerouted due to current events. #journorequest [email redacted]

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Kosher for Passover Wine-Spirits-Food Products for Forbes

Forbes I’m starting to seek Passover (KFP) wine, spirits, and food products, if you have any - please drop me an email with more information! Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

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Outlander-Themed Hotels & Tours for Forbes Experience Guide

Forbes I’m also SO excited about the return of Outlander and working on Outlander-related experiences you can have in honor of the return - hotels, tours, restaurants, bars, tell me more! Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

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Creative Cheesesteak Dishes for Forbes Cheesesteak Day Feature

Forbes Cheesesteak Day is also coming and I’d love some great and creative, unique cheesesteaks to be pitched! Same format as always: Name, where available (restaurant name, city, state, URL), description, quote from chef about dish, and image. Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

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Outlander-Themed Experiences-Hotels-Tours-Restaurants for Forbes

Forbes I’m also SO excited about the return of Outlander next week and working on Outlander-related experiences you can have in honor of the return - hotels, tours, restaurants, bars, tell me more! - Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

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Kosher Passover Wine & Food Products for Forbes Feature

Forbes I’m starting to seek Passover (KFP) wine, spirits, and food products, if you have any - please drop me an email with more information! - Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

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Economic Experts on US GDP & PCE Data Impact for Forbes - 6pm ET

For Forbes.com: Economic and consumer experts on economic data The misses on GDP and PCE were harsh. I’m looking for explanations of what it happened, what it might mean for consumers and the economy going forward. I have a similar pitch for GlobeSt.com but the two aren’t related beyond topic matter. I’m likely going to focus on interviews, though might use some comments, depending. Email to use is [email redacted]. Deadlines are 6pm ET today, 2/20

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Case Studies on Global Thalassotherapy Resorts - Forbes Same-Day

Forbes: Wellness Resorts Around the World Offering Thalassotherapy Looking for pitches on some seriously impressive wellness resorts that make thalassotherapy a main feature Please include a horizontal image (or several), an explanation of the property/spa/amenities and the thalassotherapy, and a link to book it Subject line: Forbes Thalassotherapy Email: [email redacted] Email by: February 17 (TODAY)

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Tour Case Studies-Slow Travel & Culture in Split Croatia-Forbes

Call for Pitches for Forbes PLEASE NOTE: All of these will be March stories, so the latest deadline is 28 February. Please ALWAYS send a link to photos and full name + title of the person providing the commentary. I rarely have time, sadly, to follow-up and ask for missing info. Sometimes I do, but other times I choose a different pitch with all necessary info. Please DO NO FOLLOW-UP before March 8, if you do not hear from me until then. I am collecting replies now, but I will only work on the stories in March [url=https://substack.com/redirect/67068ad5-b0cd-42a3-bf7f-68f9d3366f22]after I published the International Women’s Day stories[/url]. How to Find the ‘Real’ Adriatic In Split, Croatia With new direct flights between Split and Newark, I have now a perfect excuse to write about Croatia. I’ve been visiting Croatia for over 20 years now. Have you seen [url=https://substack.com/redirect/ddfe1cff-002d-4482-ba2a-19b80dc60c56]my story about my favorite places[/url] on Business Insider? I would like to write a story about deep travel in Split. Not only seeing the obvious sights, but what to do to find the “Real Adriatic” vibe without traveling all around Croatia. I would like to highlight slow travel and cultural experiences that makes Split worth deep travelling for. Please do not pitch Plitvice National Parks. I know it is 3 hours away, one way. I prefer to highlight what you can do in and around Split. I will take 3-4 tour examples at most. This is a similar story where I talked about visiting Korea beyond the photo ops: [url=https://substack.com/redirect/2c9eeab3-318f-4f5c-975d-75c31bb73cea]Korea tours beyond K-Pop[/url]. I have already a sailing tour as an example with a Blue Cave alternative. Please pitch other types of tours: culinary, cultural, historic, walking in the city, hiking etc. Email: [email redacted]

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Maldives Sustainable Family Resorts for Forbes Tourism Feature

Call for Pitches for Forbes PLEASE NOTE: All of these will be March stories, so the latest deadline is 28 February. Please ALWAYS send a link to photos and full name + title of the person providing the commentary. I rarely have time, sadly, to follow-up and ask for missing info. Sometimes I do, but other times I choose a different pitch with all necessary info. Please DO NO FOLLOW-UP before March 8, if you do not hear from me until then. I am collecting replies now, but I will only work on the stories in March [url=https://substack.com/redirect/67068ad5-b0cd-42a3-bf7f-68f9d3366f22]after I published the International Women’s Day stories[/url]. Debunking Maldives As a Honeymoon Destination - It Is Where Families and Multi-Gens Are Welcome I am looking for resorts in the Maldives (priority to those with sustainable operations, on-site marine biologists and coral reef conservation projects) who offer programs, accommodations, facilities specifically catering for multi-gen families or families with kids. I love to see educational programs for kids to connect them with why we need to protect the corals and our ocean. The story will highlight at most 5 resorts and I already have 2 resorts. Email: [email redacted]

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US Wildflower Trip Recommendations–Spring 2024 Feature–Forbes

Call for Pitches for Forbes PLEASE NOTE: All of these will be March stories, so the latest deadline is 28 February. Please ALWAYS send a link to photos and full name + title of the person providing the commentary. I rarely have time, sadly, to follow-up and ask for missing info. Sometimes I do, but other times I choose a different pitch with all necessary info. Please DO NO FOLLOW-UP before March 8, if you do not hear from me until then. I am collecting replies now, but I will only work on the stories in March [url=https://substack.com/redirect/67068ad5-b0cd-42a3-bf7f-68f9d3366f22]after I published the International Women’s Day stories[/url]. 5 Spring Trips in the U.S. To and Beyond Wild Flower Displays I need recommendation on where to go and when in the U.S. to see amazing display of wild flowers in March. It can be inside National Parks, State Parks or beyond. I do not want to ‘promote’ a location for its flowers only. I prefer to show the full picture so that travelers are inspired to slow down and stay longer. Pitch a place where you can do more than take a photo with wild flowers. This is a similar story about [url=https://substack.com/redirect/40fb12ae-e676-40c3-b7ae-e2c602611d3d]fall trips beyond fall foliage[/url]. I will take at most 5 locations. Email: [email redacted]

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CEE Design Hotels Reviving Folklore for Forbes Feature

Call for Pitches for Forbes PLEASE NOTE: All of these will be March stories, so the latest deadline is 28 February. Please ALWAYS send a link to photos and full name + title of the person providing the commentary. I rarely have time, sadly, to follow-up and ask for missing info. Sometimes I do, but other times I choose a different pitch with all necessary info. Please DO NO FOLLOW-UP before March 8, if you do not hear from me until then. I am collecting replies now, but I will only work on the stories in March [url=https://substack.com/redirect/67068ad5-b0cd-42a3-bf7f-68f9d3366f22]after I published the International Women’s Day stories[/url]. Central European (?) Design Hotels Reviving Folklore You may not know about me but I was born in Hungary. I lived abroad in different countries, but I am back in Hungary now. I wanted to write for Forbes about Central/Eastern Europe including Hungary for a while, but I haven’t. Until I got a pitch about a Hungarian boutique hotel showing Hungarian culture through reviving its folklore. I loved the theme. So, now, I am looking for other hotels primarily in CEE, ideally one in Vienna and one in Prague that also show culture through reviving folklore. I may take hotels from other European countries, if I do not have 5 from CEE. The story will highlight at most 5 hotels and I already have one in Hungary. Email: [email redacted]

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Investment Strategists on 2026 Tariffs-Trade Impact for Forbes

I seek deep understanding that I can then translate (if necessary) for a general audience. The question is how tariffs and trade policies might affect investments in 2026, but built on a foundation of how tariffs generally work, what changed in 2025 and how it’s reflected in 2026, impacts of tariffs on corporate earnings, market volatility, how different sectors feel an impact, what risks portfolios might face, and how to position a portfolio for a high-tariff environment. I’m searching for thoughtful observations and reasonably actionable advice. I will likely want to do interviews, though would like to see a few brief bullets on what someone might say, so I can sort through potential views. This is for Forbes online. Deadline is 5pm ET Tuesday, Feb. 17 (unless I get what I need before hand). Please reply to [email redacted].

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Favorite Uplifting Love Songs for Forbes Vday Feature

working on a piece for Forbes about ~happy~ love songs to ring in Vday. what’s your favorite love song that isn’t emotionally devastating? (bonus if you reply with a video clip)

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Thalassotherapy Wellness Resorts & Expert Source for Forbes

Forbes: Wellness Resorts Around the World Offering Thalassotherapy + an Expert to Discuss Thalassotherapy Looking for pitches on some seriously impressive wellness resorts that make thalassotherapy a main feature (note: I’m talking about POOLS) Also looking for an expert (spa manager?) to weigh in on the benefits of thalassotherapy — send credentials, not commentary Your resort pitch must include a horizontal image (or several), an explanation of the property/spa/amenities and the thalassotherapy, and a link to book it Subject line: Forbes Thalassotherapy Email: [email redacted] Email by: February 13

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Kosher Passover Wine-Spirits-Food Products for Forbes Feature

Forbes I’m starting to seek Passover (KFP) wine, spirits, and food products, if you have any - please drop me an email with more information! Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

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Valentine’s-Mardi Gras Dish & Drink Pitches for Forbes Deadline Weekend

Forbes I’m seeking Valentine’s Day themed dishes and drinks, as well as Mardi Gras themed dishes and drinks and wrapping this up THIS WEEKEND. For all my cocktail/dish pieces, the format for pitching remains: Name of cocktail Where served, city, state, URL LINK to image of the drink and photo credit description (NOT a recipe) of drink, and quote about drink, with appropriate credit. Quote about the dish from chef/bartender and please remember to include the name of the person being quoted and their title. Thanks! Please remember when pitching me: Email me at [email redacted] - do NOT just hit reply on this newsletter, or there’s a good shot your email will be lost in the heap. Give your email a subject line that makes it clear which story you are pitching me for — it’ll help you in the long run.

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