From the Founder, Brian Mazza 3/3

Discover Your Unique Strength

Yesterday, I had a conversation about a project I’ve been passionate about, a project that I've been told "NO" to since 2017. Yes, you read that right—8 years of being told “NO” by someone on the other side of a screen, table, or phone. 

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From the Team @ HPLT 3/3

Markets Update

Anyone who predicted it would be a bumpy ride in Q1 of ’25 for public markets would have been right, so far.  Last week we saw a number of moving pieces that contributed to a risk-off atmosphere, before we grinded higher on Friday to close the week down ~ 1%.  Let’s start with the 2 most obvious stories from Trump, where policy uncertainty continues to be cited as 1 of the reasons for the recent sell-off. 

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Tommy's Take by Tommy Pomatico 3/3

Why You Aren’t Getting More Flexible: 

Flexibility is one of those fitness goals that many people struggle with. Whether it's trying to touch your toes, achieve a deeper squat, or just feel more comfortable moving your body, improving flexibility seems like a simple goal—yet it often proves elusive. While some people seem to gain flexibility with little effort, others can stretch daily and still see little progress. So, why aren't more people getting more flexible? Here are three key reasons why your flexibility might not be improving:

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Spotlights by Melissa Westphal 3/3

Interview with Toby Bodner

Curator & Marketing Consultant at sourced by T.

I’ve always been drawn to merch that tells a story—the vacation tee or hat, college hoodie, concert shirt, even the free tote with purchase. Some I wear constantly; others I keep as memories. Whenever I walk into a business, my eye goes straight to the merch before anything else. But why is the apparel and souvenirs in most destination town stores so generic and uninspired?

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