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How to Get Started Mapping Your Entrepreneurial Ecosystem [Updated]

Ecosystem Builder Hub

I’ve added some of those insights here while I work on a more comprehensive resource guide to mapping entrepreneurship ecosystems. What is Ecosystem Mapping and Why Do It? Ecosystem mapping can be thought of as the practice of observing, analyzing and visualizing an entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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How collective data and storytelling can lead to lasting impact for underserved entrepreneurs

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The concept of building networks of support, or what has sometimes been referred to as, forging “entrepreneurial ecosystems”, has been a key focus for many advancing the idea that innovation and entrepreneurship will be the future of not just our recovery- but the necessary inclusive pathway for economic advancement and wealth building for all.

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Developing Rapid-Response Plans for Cities to Help Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses in This Time of Economic Crisis

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As the extent and impact of COVID-19 becomes more apparent, entrepreneurs and small businesses are on the front lines of its devastating impact–and with their demise comes potentially catastrophic economic losses for local communities. As disruptive as COVID-19 is, new entrepreneurial opportunities will open up because of it.

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Unsung Hero Spotlight: Steven Rodriguez

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He focuses on identifying common threads to help connect stakeholders and community members to grow and accelerate the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Steven is data-driven, focusing on measurable outcomes and impact, and minimizing noise and resources; being the right kind of busy essentially. What others are saying about Steven.

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Research Assistant (Full Time – 6 months)

Forward Cities

Forward Cities is a national leader in developing and applying research tools that support communities to better understand the inner workings of their entrepreneurial ecosystems. Most notably, these research tools include the Entrepreneur Support Organization Survey, and the Survey of Entrepreneurs. FLSA STATUS: Exempt.

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Welcome, SourceLink Nebraska!

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Aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners in Nebraska now have access to a premier network of interconnected support resources that spans the 76,878 square mile state. From inception to implementation, ecosystem building can be a complex process, and it does not happen overnight. affiliate, SourceLink Nebraska !

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Research Assistant (PT, TEMP)

Forward Cities

Forward Cities is a national leader in developing and applying research tools that support communities to better understand the inner workings of their entrepreneurial ecosystems. Most notably, these research tools include the Entrepreneur Support Organization Survey and the Survey of Entrepreneurs. FLSA STATUS: Exempt.