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Raising Awareness about Entrepreneurship as an Economic Development Strategy

Ecosystem Builder Hub

“Communities seeking to grow their economy need to understand the impact entrepreneurship and small business play in economic growth.” — Grow Your Own: Entrepreneurship-based Economic Development for Local Communities, Dell Gines, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. Identify Potential Allies.

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New Year, New Entrepreneurs: Five tips for supporting early-stage entrepreneurs ?

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Some key organizations that fill the needs of startups which you should seek out and invite into your network include: The public library , a vital and often overlooked resource for free access to business databases, education, equipment and internet access. Cultivate an inclusive network with culturally competent support.

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5 EO Australia Women Share How To Make Entrepreneurship More Inclusive

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Widespread layoffs during the pandemic contributed to an initial rise in female entrepreneurship in 2020, along with the need for flexibility. By fostering early exposure and education about entrepreneurship and other career paths, Franc.World is paving the way for an inclusive landscape where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.

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WINNERS OF BEN FRANKLIN’S BIG IDEA CONTEST ANNOUNCED!

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

With a virtual audience of more than 100 Zoom participants, on Thursday, June 18, 2020, a panel of independent judges awarded (3) cash prizes in Ben Franklin’s $50,000 BIG IDEA Contest. The team is developing a web-based APP that empowers the development of an effective education for children with disabilities.

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Practical Metrics and Methods: ESHIP Goal 5 – Part 2

Ecosystem Builder Hub

Some of her projects include: (With Norris Krueger) 2020: AOM 2020 PDW “Entrepreneur-Led Economic Development: Entrepreneurial Communities through New Eyes… the Right Eyes!” HilbertProblems (As an educator, I am working on a webinar/MOOC to serve ecosystem builders. ” (#18303, August, Vancouver ).

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The Greg Main Distinguished Scholar Award

Innovation 2 Enterprise

His 40 years of economic development experience included tenures at the Michigan Department of Commerce; Secretary of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce where he created the nationally recognized Quality Jobs Program; and Partner in both Intersouth Partners and Chisholm Private Capital Partners of Oklahoma City. Gregory’s University.

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WJR Business Beat with Jeff Sloan: Rocket Mortgage Classic Helps Bridge the Digital Divide (Episode 251)

StartupNation

In 2020, the Rocket Mortgage Classic raised $2.4 When you don’t have access, you are excluded from opportunities: opportunities for education, employment and belonging. ” – Laura Grannemann, vice president of strategic investments from the Rocket Community Fund. Is it impactful? You bet it is.