Daniel Alegre

Jackson Andrews interviewed by Rebecca Fannin during #SXSW #Austin at the F50.AI $PhysicalAI Reception The 'corridor of commerce' describes the vital space within the country where the digital and physical worlds of e-commerce truly intersect and build. While coastal investments are significant, the real-world applications and deployments of e-commerce infrastructure are happening inland. These aren't abstract concepts; they are practical solutions addressing needs on the ground where people live and work. The challenge and opportunity lie in integrating these advanced systems into existing construction, logistics, and service industries, unlocking tangible use cases. #ecommerce #SupplyChain #DigitalTransformation #Logistics #BusinessStrategy #Innovation

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**The Rise of AI in Retail** As the landscape of retail continues to evolve, the 28% year-over-year increase in ChatGPT referrals to retail apps, especially for giants like Walmart and Amazon, underscores the growing reliance on AI for consumer engagement. At ElevenX Capital, we recognize that this trend highlights the importance of integrating advanced technology into traditional businesses to drive growth. How can retailers strategize their digital transformation to harness AI's potential effectively? #investing #innovation #venturecapital #entrepreneurship

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One of my agentic commerce predictions for 2026 in this recent Forbes piece: Matt Nichols, General Partner at Commerce Ventures, notes that the mechanics are already in motion. Looking ahead, he predicts that this year, "Agentic commerce transaction volume reaches meaningful levels as consumers advance from research to buying on AI platforms. 2026 will be the year that transactions are completed in these platforms." To this prediction, Nichols adds another: retailers will be forced to build "super-feeds" specifically for AI platforms. “These data feeds may involve monetary transactions that could include payments to AI platforms or payments to the retailer/brand (depending on balance of power).” https://lnkd.in/g65RAerA

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Excited to announce Timber Grove Ventures' investment in Jampack AI Operational complexity has quietly destroyed some of the most culturally significant consumer brands. I’ve seen it firsthand, growing up in a family-owned food business and later investing in iconic consumer brands. Consumer demand is meaningless if operations cannot support it. Jampack AI changes that. Their agentic workflows automate wholesale operations end to end, giving brands the infrastructure they need to scale and endure. We’re proud to back Matteo Rossant, Rezi Tsulukidze, and the entire Jampack team in their Seed round alongside Maveron. If you’re a high-growth consumer brand navigating operational complexity, I’d love to connect. Press release here: https://lnkd.in/ea54Cb4M

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Veracity Vista Ventures (VVV) and Ndeipi Foundation today announced the signing of a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding to co-develop the Golden Key Resorts Token, a digital asset designed to transform global real estate, hospitality, and smart-city living through blockchain-powered ownership.

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"OKRs are great, but I don't believe they're a replacement for a Key Performance Indicator." Amos Schwartzfarb, former managing Director of Techstars Austin and author of Sell More Faster and Levers, talks about goal vs. measurement on Tech Scenes Unplugged. #venturebacked #vcbacked #venturecapital #leadership #ceo #founder #operatingsystem #peakOS #foundermode #okrs #kpis

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As consumer brands scale faster and across more channels, financial complexity has become a defining constraint. A verticalized CPG Financial OS built on accounting and powered by AI is a fundamental component of today’s new consumer brand tech stack. Proud of this work by my colleagues Simran Suri and Natalie Dillon Maveron

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"“ Great ideas can come from anywhere. Great executions can come from anywhere. We are always hungry to look at the possibilities." As someone who works with independent agencies, this was perhaps my favorite soundbite from Nandini Anitha Nandakumar of Diageo. Full episode is linked in the comments. Some other great takeaways... Balancing Short-Term Wins with Long-Term Vision... In the ever-changing consumer market, it’s very tempting to focus only on the “right now.” And being visible and trendy can be great in the short term, but lasting success comes from balancing immediate performance with future growth. Leaders today are running into very real issues - changing consumer habits, shrinking budgets, and evolving media consumption are influencing consumers in what they buy. The smartest brands address urgent needs without losing sight of the bigger picture. That means setting clear short-term goals while continuing to invest in innovation, brand equity, and deeper customer connections. Long-term planning isn’t just “nice to have” anymore; it’s necessary to stay relevant when the market starts to shift again. Meeting the Demand for Convenience Today’s consumers, especially younger audiences, are gravitating toward products that fit seamlessly into their fast-paced lives. Convenience isn’t just a perk, it’s an expectation. One major opportunity brands can explore is adapting offerings to meet this demand without sacrificing quality or brand integrity. Nandini says that for beverage brands, ready-to-drink formats are becoming a key growth driver. When you market convenience as part of your brand’s DNA, you attract customers who value both their time and the experience you provide. Cutting Out the Politics to Do What’s Right for the Brand Internal politics can derail even the best client-agency relationships. When everyone is aligned around the same mission, decision-making becomes faster, execution becomes smoother, and results improve. Because if you’re not aligned, it doesn’t matter how great the work is; your agency could find itself on the chopping block at the next budget meeting.

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