The Agile Startup: Quick and Dirty Lessons Every Entrepreneur Should Know

 

Acknowledgments

Many of the lessons in this book are a direct result of the experiences of my professional career. There are hundreds of people whose impact on my professional career have shaped this book. To Packard Bell, Kistler Aerospace, Ardica Technologies, Tornado Development, Channel M, and countless others: I extend my appreciation for your generous support and invaluable impact.

I would like to extend a special thank-you to the UCLA Anderson School of Management and the Price Center for Entrepreneurial Studies for allowing me the opportunity to contribute. Through the guidance of Al Osborne, the Senior Associate Dean, and Elaine Hagan, the Director of the Price Center, I have grown as an educator. It has been an honor to teach alongside such esteemed faculty and work with an institution that is so committed to enriching the minds of tomorrow’s entrepreneurs.

Thanks to Originate for allowing me the flexibility to pursue my passion as an educator. My partners and team members have supported me tremendously throughout my journey.

Finally, I send my deepest gratitude to Marlene, who has endured my grouchiness and all-too-frequent unavailability. Her unmatched support and patience have provided me with a solid foundation that I can always depend on.

—Jeff Scheinrock

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