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How entrepreneurs are building resilience in their communities

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

How entrepreneurs are building resilience in their communities. Communities, economies and trade benefit from strong businesses that have learned to weather unexpected challenges. Communities, economies and trade benefit from strong businesses that have learned to weather unexpected challenges. By Shannon Courtney.

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Women entrepreneurs find success despite lack of access to investment capital

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Throughout history there are numerous success stories of female entrepreneurs, yet women continue to face a number of challenges when starting and growing their businesses. in 2019 , and even less makes its way to minority women. When venture capitalists ignore women entrepreneurs, they leave money on the table. Lost potential.

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How a female entrepreneur gained Traction in a male-dominated industry

Entrepreneurs' Organization

I had the support of other business owners in the community who encouraged me to leave. I’ve also learned the importance of giving back and encouraging IFSH’s employees, clients and residents to give back to the community. For more insights and inspiration from today’s leading entrepreneurs, check out EO on Inc.

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Waterborne Wonder: Getting to Know Antonio Lennert

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Antonio Lennert , a member of EO Canada Bridge, is an entrepreneur, designer and community builder. He is the co-founder and CEO of Surf the Greats , Canada’s largest brand and community for surf education, adventure and lifestyle on the Great Lakes and beyond. Canada is not known to be a surfing hotspot,” said Lennert.

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One man’s mission to renew Ecuadorian communities after a natural disaster

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

2016 YLAI Fellow Marco Mendieta is working hard to develop the small business community of Ecuador and regenerate the economy following the devastating earthquake of 2016. Ecuadorian embassy and consulate, Misión Ecuador was created and 100 Ecuadorian entrepreneurs and small-business owners were selected and awarded scholarships.

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Rallying for rural entrepreneurship: addressing the challenges that face rural small businesses

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During my tenure with the local University I worked with economic developers all across Iowa, from Sioux City to Davenport and a great many small but mighty communities in-between: Grinnell, Parkersburg, Webster City and Lamoni to name a few. I grew up in a small town in north Iowa—Cedar Falls, to be exact.

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The Power of Entrepreneurial Community

Entrepreneurs' Organization

By Rosemarie “Bubu” Andres, EO Global Chair, FY2018/2019 , an EO Philippines member and co-founder of Candy Corner , the number one source of quality candies and chocolates in the Philippines. The EO community has had an exponential impact on me. The entrepreneurial journey can be lonely. That’s what we do in EO.