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Alex Macdonald
Founder of Velocity Black, a digital concierge company, which he sold for $300 million. Currently building SQL, a next-generation platform for high-net-worth individuals.
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Feb 18, 2025
• 1h 35min
Alex Macdonald. A $300M Exit is No Reason to Retire
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In this conversation with Alex Macdonald, Founder of the $300M digital concierge company Velocity Black, he reveals his post-exit mindset. Rather than retiring, he dove into building SQL to avoid the existential crises many face after selling a business. Alex discusses the emotional toll of transitioning from entrepreneur to investor, the importance of community over individualism, and the significance of maintaining connections. He challenges conventional happiness, emphasizing that true fulfillment often springs from embracing struggle and cultivating kindness in leadership.
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