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Greenville Startup, Advanced Power & Energy, Receives Game-Changing $500,000 Investment to Pave the Way for Safer EV Charging Stations

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

This investment will support the development of innovative, safer EV charging stations. ” This investment from the Mercer County Innovation Fund is seen as a pivotal moment in stimulating innovation and growth in the Mercer County area. .” We are excited about the possibilities this fund unlocks for Mercer County.”

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How To Grow Your Economy. Build It, Don’t Buy It!

Ecosystem Builder Hub

Building Startup Communities is the Way to Economic Growth and Recovery. The pandemic has accelerated and exacerbated the situation. The research and evidence supporting the impact and value of startup community building is strong. Economic growth or expansion (or recovery) depends on business dynamism.

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

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One of my favorite thought leaders, Don Macke with the e2 Entrepreneurial Communities , often talks about the fact that entrepreneurial talent is universal, but thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems are not. In the e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems thought paper Why Entrepreneurship? Population, though 97% of U.S.

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Cities Championing and Expanding Awareness of Entrepreneurship

Ecosystem Builder Hub

Research shows that entrepreneurs and young companies are the key drivers of economic growth. We need educational and awareness campaigns that communicate the importance of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial ecosystem building as a means to building stronger, more resilient, and equitable economies. Winston-Salem.

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NJEDA Names Inaugural New Jersey Innovation Fellows Cohort

American Entrepreneurship

The inaugural cohort marks an important milestone in the NJEDA’s commitment to fostering innovation and supporting business ventures in their critical early stages. By supporting these 10 new, cutting-edge companies, New Jersey is firmly cementing itself as a national leader in innovation.” million in bonus grant funding.

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Frustrations and Challenges of Ecosystem Builders

Ecosystem Builder Hub

This post is part of a series featuring highlights from the Unsung Heroes of Ecosystem Building campaign which shone a spotlight on 40+ entrepreneurial ecosystem builders from around the U.S. I wish the small business ecosystem had something equivalent to the angel investor networks that support technology startups.

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The New economy starts with Impact-Driven Entrepreneurs

Impact Hub

At Impact Hub, we have been working relentlessly towards this goal for the past 15 years, supporting impact entrepreneurs who put people and the planet at the forefront. We strive to give them tools to succeed with our support programs and a strong network of 16,500 people throughout 59 countries. Ilmuwan Muda Indonesia .