Since 1969, Andcor has promoted the growth of Minnesota-based startup, venture, and growth stage companies. We recently started a not so serious interview series with local growth company leaders.

Twin Cities Growth Company Leaders…of the record. Brought to you by Andcor.

Justin Cox, founder of Arthur Wayne

Favorite vacation spot? The Swiss Alps

What non-business book had the biggest impact on your career?The Last Lecture

Favorite Smart Phone App Digg

A meeting cancels and you have a free hour. How do you use it? Searching for new real estate investments

Favorite Podcast? Seth Godin’s Startup School

It’s 85 degrees, sunny and you’re out on Lake Minnetonka. What’s in your glass? Rush River Scenic Pale Ale

Tell us something very few people know about you. My wife and I celebrated our 1 year wedding anniversary by renting a camper and taking a 3 month west coast road trip. (Read about it here!)

If you could go back to school, what would you study? I would have enjoyed taking a couple Architecture courses.

Any hot stock picks? Buy an index fund.

What advice would you give to your “5 years ago self”? 5 years go fast, slow down and take a deep breath.