Btw, when I say "an active member of the Austin startup community" - I mean that seriously.
Not only did he teach a class on startups at the University of Texas but regularly came to a coffee meetup for years, attended Startup Weekend demo time, came to Techstars Demo Day, and was generally present. I even got to do the Twilio 5 Minute Demo for one of his classes (circa 2012).
It was always cool to have someone who shaped our industry just hanging out and chatting with people.
Absolutely correct. Chatted with him several times circa 2015 to 2016 when working out of Capital Factory in Austin. He was present for all sorts of event such as mentor hours, startup pitches, etc. Funnily enough, he would give you a very stern look if he thought you were taking him for a ride. Have not been there recently as as much as I would like, but I imagine he is still around to be found.
Had a very similar experience hanging out with him and his equally-brilliant wife Robyn in ATX between 2011-2012. Very approachable guy -- impressively so, given his stature in the industry -- but could be quick with the "what the hell are you talking about?" look.
Not only did he teach a class on startups at the University of Texas but regularly came to a coffee meetup for years, attended Startup Weekend demo time, came to Techstars Demo Day, and was generally present. I even got to do the Twilio 5 Minute Demo for one of his classes (circa 2012).
It was always cool to have someone who shaped our industry just hanging out and chatting with people.