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Chegg Donates $50K to Stevens Institute of Technology, Fueling Student Innovation

American Entrepreneurship

The iSTEM program was designed to provide a platform for students who struggle in conventional learning environments yet exhibit exceptional creative and problem-solving abilities. At the same time, Launchpad@Stevens supports student innovation by providing mentorship, funding, and networking opportunities. Dr. Marshall Anthony Jr.,

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Creator Ventures Raises $45M Fund II to Back the Next Generation of Consumer Internet Startups

American Entrepreneurship

Creator Ventures, founded in 2022 by cousins Sasha Kaletsky and Caspar Lee , is uniquely positioned to invest in the next wave of AI-enabled consumer applications, marketplaces, creative tools, and SaaS platforms reshaping the digital landscape. Its Fund I (20222025) already shows 0.3x DPI and 3x MOIC, exceptional for its vintage.

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18 Inspirational Career Reinvention Journeys from Successful Entrepreneurs

StartupNation

I went from negotiating multi-million-dollar deals for corporations to building something of my own—something that helps real families feel seen, supported, and strong. Back in 2019, I was running one of the most recognized travel companies in Chile. I offer products that support self-care rituals. We were in four cities.

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The best mind mapping software in 2025

The Zapier Blog

Mind mapping is a creative way to brainstorm and find connections between different ideas. Use automation to support brainstorming, delegation, and communication Learn how I do most of my mind mapping digitally—and even when I don't, I often recreate a paper mind map online so that I can have it safely stored and easily searched.

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A closer look: Growth in 2020

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Planit , a creative agency based in Maryland, is one such organization. Planit initiated a deliberate growth push in 2019, acquiring several new clients just prior to the COVID shutdown. The company increased year-over-year revenue by 40+ percent. It’s even added four fulltime positions.

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Building Your Brand: Lessons from SXSW 2019

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

To help YLAI Network members strengthen their own brands, here are a few tips from the 2019 SXSW conference. In contrast, Apple has developed a brand associated with modern style and luxury that allow creative individuals to turn their ideas into a reality. Building emotional connections. These qualities, (i.e.

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Best practices to building an inclusive business

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

Embrace creativity and uncertainty, and bring together those who may not work in your exact field to bring in new ideas. In 2020, we had entrepreneurship virtual training with the participation of 20 members of at-risk groups who received direct support and printed materials delivered directly to them.