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5 EO Australia Women Share How To Make Entrepreneurship More Inclusive

Entrepreneurs' Organization

However, despite the marked increase in women’s engagement in entrepreneurial activity, there are still far more male than female entrepreneurs in most countries, and there is also a need for greater support and funding for women looking to start and scale their businesses.

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Case Study: The Dan River Region Ecosystem Development

Ecosystem Builder Hub

We found one of those exemplary steps in southern Virginia where the Dan River Region Entrepreneur Ecosystem recognized the need for an ecosystem coordinator and rallied their stakeholders to hire the first entrepreneurial ecosystem builder for the region. The need for an ecosystem builder.

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Celebrating 2023 Accomplishments and Looking Ahead to New Opportunities

Angel Capital Association

Our work could not be done without the tireless efforts of the volunteers and professional staff that serve the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Launched the new Boards in Action course, available in March as part of the AU winter term. Published the AngelBox Basics Toolkit.

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Professional development for tomorrow’s 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. Not everybody can do ecosystem building; it’s a talent that is developed through experience and education, connections and networking.

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Project to Professionalize Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Building Progresses

Ecosystem Builder Hub

The Ecosystem Building Leadership Project (EBLP) is an initiative to advance the entrepreneurship ecosystem building field of practice. Enoch Elwell , Founder & Board Chair at CO.STARTERS (Governance Working Team). Julie Heath , VP Entrepreneurial Ecosystems at Indiana Economic Development Corporation.

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Sustainable Work: ESHIP Goal 7

Ecosystem Builder Hub

Goal 7 Sustainable Work: Develop professional recognition and resources for ecosystem builders. In a nutshell : Entrepreneurial ecosystem building requires perseverance. This work is important, not only because it keeps the economy moving, but because it provides a safe space for all entrepreneurs. Goal 7, specifically 7.1

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Nia Richards

Forward Cities

From this challenge I have an opportunity to be an ecosystem builder for inclusive procurement and entrepreneurship. I grew up in a rare household in my community—two parents, master’s degrees, entrepreneurs, living in the inner city. And before I am done, it will be the ‘City of Entrepreneurs’. I no longer want to be alone.