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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. All across the country, communities need to jump start and rebuild their economies. It’s time for a radical rethink in how we do economic development. There is a simple theory of change for civic, business, and community leaders to adopt.

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The Startup Community Way: Five Lessons for U.S. Policymakers

Ian Hathaway

This article originally published on the Center for American Entrepreneurship Ideas Blog My new book with CAE Advisory Board member Brad Feld published yesterday. For this reason, the topic of “entrepreneurial ecosystems” has begun to play a bigger role in many economic policy agendas. Think in systems.

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Energía Vectorial: Pioneering electric vehicle transformation in Latin America

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Their work extends vehicle life, aligns with sustainable development goals, and promotes cleaner city environments, making a profound impact on local communities. The impact of Energía Vectorial’s work on local communities has been both substantial and multifaceted.

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Ardook’s mission to transform lives through sustainable employment for single mothers

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Beyond providing income, it fosters a sense of community among the mothers, helping them overcome isolation. The company also promotes eco-friendly practices, using recycled plastic hangers and woven bags for deliveries, advancing two UN Sustainable Development Goals: reducing inequalities and promoting decent work and economic growth.

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Rethread Africa: Transforming agricultural waste into sustainable fashion solutions

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By sourcing waste from smallholder farmers, Rethread Africa not only promotes environmental sustainability but also enhances the economic stability of local farming communities. One of Rethread Africa’s primary goals is to economically empower smallholder farmers.

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Impact Hub Zagreb: Microentrepreneur support for Fierce Women Society

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The partnership integrates the STARTER and ZALET programmes, focusing on training, mentoring, and personalised support to empower individuals, stimulate economic growth, and create resilient communities. Participants receive tasks and mentorship after each module and benefit from community meetups.

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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.