Joshua Baer
Coverage of Joshua Baer in the Nexus archive.
- Joshua Baer, the architect of Austin’s tech scene, dies at 50
Joshua Baer, 50, founder of Austin-based venture capital firm Capital Factory, died in a plane crash in Texas. He was a prominent figure in Austin’s tech community, known for supporting startups and entrepreneurship. The crash occurred in Laredo after the pilots reported mechanical issues.
- With a sledgehammer and a shovel, volunteers raced to save passengers in Texas plane crash
A business jet crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, after reporting mechanical issues, with volunteers using tools like sledgehammers to rescue passengers. One person, Joshua Baer, died, while three teenagers, two pilots, and a truck occupant survived. Authorities and bystanders collaborated to save lives during the emergency.
- With a sledgehammer and a shovel, volunteers raced to save passengers in Texas plane crash
Volunteers in Laredo, Texas, used tools like sledgehammers and fire extinguishers to rescue passengers from a burning plane crash. The Cessna Citation Latitude, operated by NetJets, had mechanical issues before crashing, killing one passenger and injuring others. Good Samaritans and police collaborated to save lives amid the emergency.
- With a sledgehammer and a shovel, volunteers raced to save passengers in Texas plane crash
Volunteers in Laredo, Texas, used tools like sledgehammers and fire extinguishers to rescue passengers from a burning plane crash. The Cessna Citation Latitude, operated by NetJets, experienced mechanical issues before crashing, resulting in one fatality and multiple survivors. Authorities credited the quick actions of motorists and emergency responders for saving lives.
- With a sledgehammer and a shovel, volunteers raced to save passengers in Texas plane crash
Volunteers in Laredo, Texas, used tools to rescue passengers from a crashed business jet operated by NetJets. One person was killed, and several others survived, including pilots and teenage passengers. The crash is part of three recent aviation accidents in the U.S.
- Teenage son of Capital Factory founder Joshua Baer "ok" after deadly plane crash
The teenage son of Capital Factory founder Joshua Baer survived a deadly plane crash in Laredo. Baer, an Austin tech leader, died in the incident, while two pilots and three teens, including his son, survived.
- Man who died in Texas plane crash was a key figure in seeding Austin's technology boom
Joshua Baer, a key figure in Austin’s technology boom and founder of Capital Factory, died in a plane crash in Texas. He was known for supporting tech startups and fostering entrepreneurship in the region.
- 'He really cared deeply'; remembering Capital Factory CEO Joshua Baer
Friends remember Joshua Baer, CEO of Capital Factory, and his impact on the Austin startup scene. The article highlights his deep care and contributions to the community.
- Man who died in Texas plane crash was a key figure in seeding Austin’s technology boom
Joshua Baer, founder of Austin-based venture capital firm Capital Factory, died in a plane crash in Laredo, Texas. He was a key figure in fostering Austin's technology industry, mentoring entrepreneurs and supporting startups. His death has been mourned by local business leaders and U.S. Senator Ted Cruz.
- Joshua Baer, godfather of Austin's startup scene, dies in plane crash
Joshua Baer, godfather of Austin's startup scene, died in a plane crash. He was 50 years old and helped put Austin's tech and startup scene on the map through his business accelerator Capital Factory.