Our flight was delayed five hours so it would not arrive in Banjul before midnight. We were on our way to The Gambia to work at Starfish International, a school focused on empowering young women and men with holistic education and leadership programs. We were entering our fourth week in western Africa, a bit tired but so excited about the week ahead.

For us, travel isn’t just about seeing new places-it’s a core strategy for building our company, expanding our network, and deepening our understanding of the world’s most dynamic markets.

Our decision to visit Senegal began, as so many of our journeys do, with a simple “yes.” At the NBA All-Star Technology Summit, a conversation with Amadou Gallo Fall, President of the Basketball Africa League, sparked the idea. Encouraged by friends and colleagues already on the ground, we booked our tickets-knowing that every trip is a chance to build new relationships and discover new opportunities.

The past few weeks have been a whirlwind of activity, blending sports, family time, and business. From the electric atmosphere of the Hong Kong Sevens to preparing for the Basketball Africa League in Senegal, these experiences continue to transcend borders and industries.

March 4, 2025

Over the past six months, I’ve had the privilege of attending several NBA events, reconnecting with dozens of current staff and alumni, and strengthening ties with former league partners and contacts I’ve met throughout my career. This process of reconnection has been both nostalgic and deeply rewarding, sparking an important reflection: Are our professional interactions merely transactional moments in time, or are we building something meaningful that will endure long after we’ve moved on?

Feb 12, 2025

What if I told you that the key to creating more options in your career and life could be found in the way you approach travel? Think about it: when you travel, you’re constantly making decisions—choosing where to go, how to adapt to unexpected delays, and when to pivot when things don’t go as planned. These moments aren’t just about getting from one place to another; they’re about building the mindset and skills to create opportunities wherever you are.

Change is like standing at the edge of a cliff. You know the leap could lead to something extraordinary, but the fear of the unknown can be paralyzing. Yet, every time I’ve taken that leap—whether in my career or through travel—I’ve discovered that the net does appear, and the rewards are far greater than I ever imagined.

Last year, we visited Accra, the vibrant capital of Ghana, marking the fifth African country on that leg of our nomadic travels. Following unforgettable experiences in Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, our journey continued with new insights and lessons.

Embarking on the Annapurna Base Camp trek is more than just a physical challenge. It’s an exploration of human connections. Over the course of eight days, we trekked approximately 115 kilometers (71 miles) and climbed to an altitude of 4,130 meters (13,550 feet). This journey tested our endurance, but it also offered unexpected moments of connection—strangers turned to friends, and we shared a sense of adventure that was deeper than the landscape itself.