Want to know why some companies fail and others flourish? A venture capitalist has a new book about his search for the practices that fueled some of the most successful startups in recent history, and he’s hoping it will give entrepreneurs in Memphis and across the country a blueprint for capturing some of that startup magic themselves.

With billions of dollars currently invested in major recreational, medical, industrial, retail, educational, tourism, and lifestyle-oriented projects, it is clear Memphis is a city on the rise. These projects have the opportunity to significantly impact Memphis’ livability and are, in many ways, a hallmark of this pivotal time in the city’s history. As we near Memphis’ Bicentennial, these investments are a vote of confidence for our city’s future.

Intervention is a major component of Memphis Gun Down’s efforts to reduce youth gun crimes in the city.