Pablo CruzThe Evolution of the Fintech Tech-Stack: Unlocking Financial InnovationGrateful for Joey Mak, Salvador Dueñas, and the many others associated with Chicago:Blend. It’s been a privilege learning alongside this…1 min read·Jan 30, 2024----
Pablo CruzChicago:Blend Talk (The Evolution of the Fintech Tech-Stack)Join us as we explore the key elements — from payment gateways to banking platforms — that drive fintech’s groundbreaking advancements.1 min read·Dec 14, 2023----
Pablo CruzFintech Infrastructure: A preface to financial innovationWelcome to the vibrant and transformative world of financial technology, or fintech, a dynamic sector that has reimagined the fabric of…4 min read·Dec 14, 2023----
Pablo Cruz“The Right Stuff”: Lessons for Startup VenturesWhen Tom Wolfe penned “The Right Stuff” in 1979, he wasn’t just chronicling the early days of the American space program; he was capturing…15 min read·Nov 9, 2023----
Pablo CruzMinimum Viable Product (MVP)Creating a startup is an exhilarating endeavor, but it's also fraught with uncertainty. One of the most significant risks is developing a…9 min read·Nov 4, 2023----
Pablo CruzState of Private Markets Q3, 2023 (Carta)Article: https://carta.com/blog/state-of-private-markets-q3-2023/3 min read·Nov 3, 2023----
Pablo CruzFrom Founder to Venture Capitalist: A Journey of Insight and ImpactIn the dynamic world of startups and venture capital, experience is the most valuable currency. It’s the lens through which we view…6 min read·Oct 25, 2023----
Pablo CruzRobust Competitive Analysis — Founder PerspectiveIn the dynamic world of startups, competition is a given. But how you navigate that competition can make all the difference. Drawing from…4 min read·Oct 23, 2023----
Pablo CruzCACD ModelGreetings from one entrepreneur to another! As I reminisce about my days as a founder, followed by my time as a product manager at frog, I…5 min read·Oct 21, 2023----