Tom Venable is a successful serial software startup entrepreneur who has dedicated his life to challenging the status quo and resisting the "we have always done it this way" mentality. His career has been marked by market disruptions and helping organizations find better ways to get things done, be it by ushering in the era of e-commerce or making the typewriter obsolete with office automation software. A graduate of the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Tom has held leadership roles in various companies, as well as being a co-founder and mentor to various organizations. His interests extend beyond the professional realm, as he can also be found enjoying various outdoor activities.