Jason Malki

JULY 21, 2025

After a decade immersed in digital strategy, fintech, and responsible AI, Rocio returned to Spain to co-found WAYS  — a tech-for-impact startup revitalizing cultural routes like the Camino de Santiago. We wanted to leverage tech to ensure that growth doesn’t come at the expense of cultural identity. The big vision?

culture

StartupNation

JULY 2, 2025

A strong company culture grows from genuine care, and when people feel supported, they naturally want to be part of it and share it with others. That kind of leadership builds emotional safety, a cornerstone of any strong culture. A culture built on care and accountability attracts talent and keeps teams engaged and committed.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 22, 2025

Why Florida is the Top State for Entrepreneurs Florida stands out as the top state for starting a business in 2025 because of the combination of favorable tax policies, a growing economy, and a vibrant entrepreneurial culture. The result is a larger, more diverse pool of potential employees. Bert Seither, Manager of Operations at the John P.

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StartupNation

JULY 5, 2025

When presenting to investors, we created a dashboard that tracked both KPIs and what we called “KVPs” — Key Value Propositions — which highlighted how each ethical or community-driven choice directly fed into loyalty, brand equity, and ultimately, LTV (lifetime value). Don’t treat impact as a side note.

pitching

StartupNation

JULY 31, 2025

You must build a culture of continuous adaptation. Our proactive shift towards AI-supported security automation allowed us to better safeguard sensitive customer data, maintain compliance, and instill greater trust among our clients. Too many businesses treat cybersecurity like a checkbox—something you do once and forget.

startup

The Zapier Blog

JUNE 4, 2025

Supporting continued AI growth across Zapier We're not stopping at onboarding. For example, a performance metrics rollup for our Support team , a way to automatically calendarize work blocks for high priority tasks , or using AI help to summarize lengthy Slack message threads.

creativity

Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 14, 2024

From refining our product offerings to building a community of like-minded individuals, every experience has reinforced my belief in the power of collective action. Surround yourself with mentors and like-minded entrepreneurs who can offer guidance, support, and inspiration. Networking is another key aspect I’d emphasize.

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NZ Entrepreneur

MARCH 18, 2025

All Blacks legend and global icon Dan Carter, whose unrivalled career in rugby has been defined by excellence in leadership and mental resilience, will appear as a special guest to share his powerful stories and insights on how to create a winning culture for your business.

entrepreneurs

NZ Entrepreneur

JUNE 24, 2025

With its unique work culture, shaped around the idea that difference is a superpower that can drive innovation – Mel is living proof that passion for an idea and understanding the ‘Why?’ This was our first big job, which also provided the next learning curve of how cities think about community education.

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American Entrepreneurship

JULY 16, 2025

Our presence in Berlin wasn’t just about visibility—it was a catalyst for meaningful global connections that support our mission of Space Access Reimagined®.” We try to do a lot of other things like get involved in organizations in the community when it comes to STEM or women in STEM,” she continued. “I I have an open-door policy.

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Jason Malki

JUNE 23, 2025

The idea of helping companies tap into top-tier talent from Latin America who are highly skilled, culturally aligned professionals who can integrate seamlessly with the U.S.-based Our clients are able to scale more efficiently while maintaining high standards for culture and performance. It immediately clicked for me.

culture

Impact Hub

OCTOBER 11, 2024

World Food Day: Why food systems matter for our future The future of food depends on ensuring security, embracing sustainable practices, reducing waste, and supporting local communities. The initiative promotes a circular, inclusive, and healthy food system, supporting projects that create positive environmental and social impact.

sustainability

Forward Cities

MAY 26, 2025

E3 Durham (E3D) is a place-based, inclusive entrepreneurs initiative supported by Durham Countys ARPA funding. Aligned with direct services to entrepreneurs, the E3 Alliancea dynamic advisory council of local entrepreneurial support organizations (ESOs) and community partnersserves as a collaborative engine for aligned priorities and action.

entrepreneurial ecosystem

StartupNation

MAY 22, 2025

6 Mentoring Resources for Women Small Business Owners Building Support Systems Professional Support Establishing a comprehensive professional framework is vital to long-term success as a parent entrepreneur. These connections are crucial to provide both practical advice and emotional support in trying times.

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Y Combinator

MARCH 19, 2025

While this means he won’t be involved in the day-to-day at YC or work directly on batches anymore, he’ll continue to support our community in meaningful ways. He’ll continue sharing his wisdom and experience with the community. Michael’s impact at YC has been massive.

culture

Jason Malki

JUNE 4, 2025

He leads a mission-driven tennis ecosystem that spans training academies, international competition programs, and innovative community outreachall grounded in the belief that tennis should empower players on and off thecourt. The structure, support, and spark that once helped produce global champions started to fade. Everything.

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StartupNation

JUNE 25, 2025

By leveraging my corporate skills and partnering with a franchise that provides robust support—such as lead generation and marketing—I was able to hit the ground running. Franchising Can Mitigate Risk : For those hesitant about starting a business from scratch, franchising offers a proven model with built-in support systems.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 4, 2012

I recently wrote about the 12 tips to building successful startup communities. After a recent discussion I had with Steve Blank it made me remember that I had left off one of the most critical factors – a culture of failure. At this time I can tell you that the Brits definitely didn’t have a culture of failure.

culture

The Zapier Blog

JULY 10, 2025

Communication pros chatbot template Try the template Built by Carly Moulton, Zapier's Head of Community Marketing, this template includes five AI-powered chatbots designed to support public relations and communications work. Pick your (well-labeled) poison.

strategy

Source Link

JANUARY 29, 2022

To effectively support any entrepreneur, you must develop an infrastructure of resources in your community. After working with over 100 communities, we know that resources tend to cluster around the type of entrepreneur served and stage of business. Include resources that specialize in supporting new entrepreneurs.

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Source Link

MARCH 29, 2021

In guiding organizations through the process of deploying Community Navigators (we often refer to them as Network Navigators), it’s been our experience this model can be successful in communities of all sizes—whether that’s impacting small towns like Klamath Falls or scaling to statewide initiatives in Kansas , Missouri , Wisconsin and Iowa.

communities

Source Link

JUNE 8, 2021

Small Business Administration first released the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Community Navigator Pilot Program. What does the Community Navigator opportunity mean for my community or my organization? What is the SBA Community Navigator Model? What is the SBA Community Navigator Model?

communities

Source Link

MARCH 30, 2022

In 2017, we shared 3 ways to empower your entrepreneurial community. Racial wealth disparity is a major barrier to thriving communities and economic growth. However, it’s important to consider what barriers entrepreneurs of color face that may keep them from being able to benefit from investment and support resources.

communities

Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 8, 2024

WEDO Canada’s mission is to educate, empower and support future women entrepreneurs by granting $1 million in scholarships to deserving female post-secondary students across Canada,” Milena said. As a speaker, I am often brought into rooms with women-owned, early-to-growth stage businesses, and I talk about the power of community.

education

Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 2, 2023

Establishing a network: Language barriers, cultural differences, and a disorganized startup ecosystem can make networking in Vietnam seem impossible. Leverage support organizations Vietnam has multiple support organizations to help entrepreneurs navigate these complex issues and create sustained business growth. Register now!

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This is going to be BIG.

NOVEMBER 15, 2020

In February of 2017, Susan Fowler’s description of the pervasive cultural issues at Uber, after the company’s abject failure to address her sexual harassment complaints properly, finally broke through in a way that garnered the tech community’s appropriate attention. Not in the “founder friendly” culture of tech anyway.

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Revolution

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Fast forward to today, the tech-forward company spans more than 140 stores nationwide; partners regularly with chefs , artists , and cultural icons ; caters to millions of app users; and has officially debuted as a public company on the NYSE. the first a 560-square-foot shack in our backyard. As a long-standing partner?—?Revolution

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 25, 2021

Inspired by her inclusive mission, the YLAI Network team asked her a few questions about how she advocates for and empowers members of her community and how she recommends you become an agent of change. I gained a solid business background to support my creative side. How would you advise people to support marginalized communities? .

sustainability

This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 19, 2012

Eighty percent of Etsy's employees live in Brooklyn and I'd venture to say that half the startup community in general lives here. 3) There's a big opportunity for "community arbitrage." With so many of the entrepreneurs and other professionals living in Brooklyn, there's an opportunity to reach them by building community out here.

communities

Source Link

DECEMBER 1, 2021

During my tenure with the local University I worked with economic developers all across Iowa, from Sioux City to Davenport and a great many small but mighty communities in-between: Grinnell, Parkersburg, Webster City and Lamoni to name a few. I grew up in a small town in north Iowa—Cedar Falls, to be exact.

entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

For me, it’s my team and the culture we’ve created together. We asked leaders of organizations that have been recognized as outstanding workplaces to share their perspectives on creating great company culture. No need for lots of extra rules when implicit trust (not subservience) is foundational to your culture. “We Build trust.

culture

Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 16, 2024

At EO, we celebrate and support entrepreneurs on World Entrepreneurs’ Day—and every day! The Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) is a community of entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs everywhere. EO supports entrepreneurs at every age and stage. Why did they decide to join EO as full members after achieving their initial growth goals?

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Smart Hustle Magazine

MAY 9, 2022

Company culture isn’t just about ping pong tables and happy hours. Creating a strong company culture is essential for any business, but it can be especially challenging for small businesses. Having a strong company culture can: Help you attract and retain top talent. The foundation of any strong culture is trust.

culture

Andreessen Horowitz

MAY 6, 2024

The Cultural Leadership Fund (CLF) team is often asked by portfolio founders how exactly cultural leaders can be a game-changing asset for their companies. The benefits of founder x cultural leader partnerships work both ways. For Founders Make It Make Sense Venture capital is where innovation meets investment.

culture

Revolution

OCTOBER 4, 2022

But Detroit prevailed in large part because a handful of companies within the auto manufacturing community served as “tentpoles,” firms so powerful and successful that they anchored an entire economic ecosystem. Where will they be able to tap into a supportive entrepreneurial network?

communities

Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Antonio Lennert , a member of EO Canada Bridge, is an entrepreneur, designer and community builder. He is the co-founder and CEO of Surf the Greats , Canada’s largest brand and community for surf education, adventure and lifestyle on the Great Lakes and beyond. Canada is not known to be a surfing hotspot,” said Lennert.

communities

Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) propels the world forward by empowering entrepreneurs with the community, tools, and support they need to unlock their full potential as they grow their businesses. Forum “Having a regular check-in with Forum supported the mental and emotional strength it takes to survive growing pains.

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