What we learned at SXSW 2026 – Part 2: Brand and discovery are being redefined by AI-driven systems

Our team—Tiffani Shaw, Aidan Thompson, and Dana Larson—attended SXSW 2026 in Austin with leaders across healthcare, technology, and marketing.
What we learned at SXSW 2026 – Part 1: Health is shifting upstream

Our team—Tiffani Shaw, Aidan Thompson, and Dana Larson—attended SXSW 2026 in Austin with leaders across healthcare, technology, and marketing.
Scaling Starts with Strategy

Aidan Thompson, chief commercial officer at Stead Impact Ventures, shares his thoughts on accelerating growth and scaling to a successful exit.
Breakthroughs and Collaboration: Highlights from AAIC 2025

Alzheimer’s Association International Conference, Toronto, Canada, July 27-31, 2025
Building Shelter and Hope in Honduras

One of the core values of Stead Impact Ventures is equal dignity for all.
Cognitive Health Deserves Better Language

“This isn’t just about changing language. It’s about giving people hope, dignity, and a fair shot at early detection and care.” – Mike Zuendel, Founder & Advocate-in-Chief, Initiative to Change the “D-Word”
2024 Impact Report
Harnessing AI’s Potential

Andy James, chief technology officer at Stead Impact Ventures, shares his thoughts on AI and how to avoid a startup’s costliest mistake.