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One social entrepreneur and activist’s mission to defend the environment and indigenous communities in Venezuela

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

He found his calling in environmental and human rights law and works to protect indigenous communities in his region. I think what I am most passionate about is having the opportunity to connect my interests, my career and experience with the change I want to achieve in my community. I think that’s a clear example of my growth.

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EO Members Share Entrepreneurial Trends for the New Year

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Stakeholder capitalism. In 2023, I believe that stakeholder capitalism will grow exponentially as it offers a true modern-day business model that can be transformational if properly integrated into the organization’s processes. This will result in community successes. Continued focus on sustainability.

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Innovative businesses that support local communities

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

YLAI Network members Juliana Nieva de Castillo from Tucumán, Argentina and Julio César Bueno Cruz from Cali, Colombia illustrate two forms of social innovation and community support through unique business concepts. Her work highlights the impact that everyone can have on their community and the environment through small choices.

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10 Zurich-area investors on Switzerland’s 2020 startup outlook

TechCrunch

But in recent years, corporate docs are being drawn up in English to facilitate communication both inside Switzerland’s various language regions and foreign capital, and investment documentation is modeled after the U.S. Fundraising platforms such as Investiere have boosted the angel community support of early funding rounds.

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Five common misconceptions about building a startup in New York City

This is going to be BIG.

I grew up here, went to school here, and have worked hard over the last 5+ years to help build up the NYC innovation community. The simple fact of the matter is that most startups seeking angel or vc capital just don’t receive it—and that’s just anywhere. You know what—it’s supposed to work like that! I was there, too.

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10 Key Buildings in the Brooklyn Innovation Community

This is going to be BIG.

Back in 2006, when I started working on putting together some community groups for entrepreneurs and tech people, I looked for a better name to reference this collection of people. Tech community" seemed too much about people soldering things together and writing code. 55 Washington Street.

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20 Years of Investing in Startups

Paul G. Silva

PV Grows A collaborative network dedicated to enhancing the ecological and economic sustainability and vitality of the Pioneer Valley food system. Colony Hills Capitol Colony Hills Capital provides investment services, including acquisition, development, operation and financial structuring of multifamily real estate.

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