Pride Month often sparks strong opinions and misunderstandings. Some see it as an agenda being pushed, while others experience it as a vital celebration of freedom and identity. The truth is simple: Pride Month is about the freedom to be who you truly are without fear or shame. It is a time to honor the courage of those who live openly and honestly, and to recognize the ongoing fight for equal rights. This blog explores the history of Pride Month, shares a personal story abou

Sometimes, imposter syndrome doesn’t knock. It doesn’t ask if now is a good time. It doesn’t care how good life looks from the outside. It doesn’t wait for permission. It just shows up. I live an amazing life. I know that. I don’t say it casually, and I don’t take it lightly. I have a beautiful wife and wonderful kids. A home that still feels surreal some days.Friends who show up, who listen, who care.A career I once dreamed about—working alongside people at ARTISAN who inspi

For Iowa State fans, the growing comparison between Jamie Pollard and former Chicago Bulls GM Jerry Krause cannot be ignored. It’s a warning. Both leaders oversaw the greatest eras their programs had ever seen. Both struggled to share control with the very coaches who built that success. And both believed they could recreate a golden era simply by making “the next great hire.”