I guess this is one of the risks if you sell your company or software. I'm pretty sure Joel doesn't like this, but this will not reflect well on him - and yes,

I guess this is one of the risks if you sell your company or software. I'm pretty sure Joel doesn't like this, but this will not reflect well on him - and yes, I know he sold the company some time ago, but how many people are going to check that instead of simply making a mental note about him being shady?