by Johnny Black | Sep 23, 2026 | Quotes & the Stories Behind Them
By Johnny Black, Managing Partner A ship is safe in the harbor, but that’s not what it was built for Two names are most commonly associated with this quote. John A. Shedd first published it in his 1928 collection, Salt from My Attic. Rear Admiral Grace Hopper...
by Johnny Black | Aug 19, 2026 | Quotes & the Stories Behind Them
By Johnny Black, Managing Partner Reentry Tuesday: The Tuesday After Labor Day The unofficial professional holiday when we return from summer, rested, reunited, and ready. This is less of a quote and more about capturing a moment in time. Internally and externally at...
by Johnny Black | Jul 22, 2026 | Quotes & the Stories Behind Them
By Johnny Black, Managing Partner I will try not to get too sentimental about this quote or, more importantly, the person behind it. Ned Walton has been one of the most influential people in my life. Period. So, when I invited him to be the guest speaker at our 2026...
by Johnny Black | Jun 17, 2026 | Quotes & the Stories Behind Them
By Johnny Black, Managing Partner If you don’t know Greg Cangialosi, “Cangi”, he is one of the most influential figures in Baltimore’s startup and entrepreneurship community. As a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, mentor, and community...
by Johnny Black | May 20, 2026 | Quotes & the Stories Behind Them
By Johnny Black, Managing Partner “Have the hard conversations when things are going best.” Most people wait too long. They wait until frustration builds. Until resentment sneaks in. Until performance drops. Until a relationship starts drifting. Until a business...
by Johnny Black | Apr 22, 2026 | Quotes & the Stories Behind Them
By Johnny Black, Managing Partner The NFL Draft is this week, and there’s no better time to lean on a sports quote. “The Road to Success Is Always Under Construction.” -Tampa Bay Bucs, 2017 Hard Knocks While actress and comedian Lily Tomlin is often credited...
