Life-Altering Decisions

Ashby shares his journey from investment banking to venture capital, revealing the disillusionment he faced in the financial services industry. A pivotal moment during 9/11 prompted him and his wife to reassess their lives, leading them to quit their jobs and pursue a dream of living in Europe. Their time in Paris, coupled with the challenges of being Americans in a foreign university during a tumultuous period, shaped their perspectives on life and career.