Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MAY 18, 2021

Addo is the founder and CEO of Power to Girls , a not-for-profit organization that creates a safe space for Black and marginalized girls in the Toronto area and abroad, focusing on leadership, personal and emotional development, entrepreneurship, and mentorship. The girls wanted that same level of mentorship from me as well.”.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 2, 2023

These organizations include: The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) represents the interests of entrepreneurs and promotes economic development. The Vietnam Angel Network (VAN) provides funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities for early-stage startups. EO has 17,500+ members across 220 chapters in 75 countries.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 5, 2025

Whether you’re a first-time founder or a seasoned business owner striving for the next level of success, a mentor can provide insights, timely guidance, and encouragement that brings a positive impact on your business journey. He attributes much of his success to the mentors he gained throughout his career.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

When Katherine, the co-founder of Stereomatic Estudios , discovered the profound impact of music as an instrument to achieve a brighter future for impoverished Colombian youth in Medellín, she began to utilize digital marketing and branding strategies to guide emerging artists in their musical careers.

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StartupNation

JUNE 14, 2025

On the other hand, a solid financial background will mitigate some of the stress-inducing factors of entrepreneurship, preventing you from experiencing burnout (which is something that 54% of founders experienced in 2024). Team up with fellow founders to co-create businesses. Find opportunities to join advisory boards.

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Paul G. Silva

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Each iteration brought valuable lessons that shaped what eventually became a thriving, scalable mentorship program. Their journey shows how iteration works at both the program and company level: Finding the Right Problem to Solve The founder initially joined VVM during our first iteration.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 5, 2020

Picillo is the chief executive officer and founder of Point Seven Group (Point7) , a women-owned and -operated boutique cannabis consultancy based in Denver, Colorado, and Sonoma County, California. Equality between genders is good for business, great for communities and essential for business growth.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Contributed to EO by Natalie Kaminski, an EO New York member and co-founder and CEO of JetRockets. Fast forward two-plus decades, and I’m now the CEO and co-founder of JetRockets, where we develop high-performing web and mobile app solutions that help our clients transform their businesses and grow.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 18, 2010

It was inspired somewhat by a comment that Matt Coffin (founder of LowerMyBills) made at a technology event hosted by Jason Nazar. We did a founder “eHarmony&# where I matched the CEO’s with their chosen mentors and each one mapped to a one VC. How’d we do?

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David Teten VC

AUGUST 30, 2021

We are brainstorming a new solution to a widespread challenge in many countries: how to develop a self-sustaining, independent local tech ecosystem. Our proposal: governments systematically support funding for their diaspora founders, not just the local founders. Founders who want to build companies and need funding.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JULY 16, 2021

Mentorship and coaching. We are currently developing online courses to cater to this new global market,” she says. When your work is “not a 9-to-5, you can get stretched thin,” says YLAI Fellow and founder of TransWave Jamaica Neish McLean. Instead of limiting her activity, however, this move expanded the possibilities.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 20, 2025

Washingtons Premier Connector of Tech and Policy Leaders Welcomes the Next Generation of Innovators that includes Delta Force, an annual cohort designed to support 6-10 of DCs most promising startup founders. Additionally, STATION DC is launching Delta Force, an annual cohort designed to support 6-10 of DCs most promising startup founders.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Do not miss meeting and connecting with these impressive early-stage founders, nominated by our partner founder organizations, Black Female Founders , Latinx Startup Alliance , Startout and the Female Founders Alliance. Tune in a get ready to take notes — the advice you hear could help you improve your pitch deck.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Topics range from accessible product design and fighting algorithmic bias to the justice system, workplace organizing and support for underrepresented founders — and that’s just for starters. Don’t miss your chance to meet some founders currently participating in TechCrunch’s Include program. Founded by Denise Umubyeyi.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 6, 2021

The Black and Latinx Seed Fund will be administered by the New Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). NJEDA CEO Tim Sullivan said based on research conducted by the state, that New Jersey is the first state in the nation to develop this type of fund. 31, Black and Latinx founders had raised $2.3 of the total $87.3

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 2, 2022

Bevon Charles , Grenada , CEO and founder of Akata Farms , a company that builds sustainable farms. Facundo Cajén, Argentina, CEO and founder of Proponas. Afroricas creates content on finance management, social networking, careers, and leadership to support black women in their personal and professional development.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

JUNE 25, 2025

Held at Gradient, Tulsa’s Innovation Hub, the event spotlighted founders who have spent the past 16 weeks refining their ventures through tailored curriculum, expert mentorship, and strategic preparation for the next stage of investment and growth. It was truly an honor to help these founders build.”

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TechCrunch

APRIL 28, 2021

Arc announced today it is opening its remote hiring platform to all software developers. Previously, Arc was open only to developers who passed its verification process. Developers can still get verified to stand out from other applicants, but Arc’s job database and search engine is now available to everyone.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 7, 2021

Black Innovation Alliance and Village Capital today announced Resource, a national initiative aimed at boosting the efforts of entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs) led by, and focused on, founders of color. It also will provide milestone-based financial support tied to organizational development.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 17, 2021

David Teten is founder of Versatile VC and writes periodically at teten.com and @dteten. 6 career options for ex-founders seeking their next adventure. We are brainstorming a new solution to a widespread challenge in many countries: How to develop a self-sustaining, independent local tech ecosystem.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

You have two founders and it was agreed that one would get the CEO role so the other needs to call themselves president or COO. If they’re not running their business then perhaps the wrong person was picked as CEO or perhaps they need more mentorship / coaching to better allocate their time. CEO’s run things.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Through visits to the club’s location, representatives from Ben Franklin CNP have engaged with the young minds behind CC4H Robotics, providing mentorship, guidance, and insights into the world of entrepreneurship and technology.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 12, 2025

This article describes the entrepreneurial mindset behind successful startups, how you can develop that mindset, and the strategies to build your startup based on that mindset. Many startups are founded with great ideas but fail because the founder lacks the adaptability, problem-solving ability, or grit to push through setbacks.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Most of what I think about startup communities came from mentorship by Brad Feld through hours of private discussion and debate. A Strong Pool of Tech Founders – Stating the obvious. But I would point out that these days there are really talented tech developers & teams everywhere. Here are mine: 1.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 5, 2021

Brown Venture Group co-founder and managing partner Dr. Paul Campbell said that in the early days of forming the firm, he and co-founder Dr. Chris Brooks were told by “multiple people locally” that they should leave the Twin Cities metro area because “all the capital was on the coasts.”.

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StartupNation

MAY 16, 2025

Less common bank loans, such as those offered by credit unions or Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI), may also fall into this category. Today, there are many more options, a development that has opened the doors to more startups. Based on early results, founders can make changes. What is Alternative Funding?

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 7, 2019

Ashna Mahepal, founder of Young Help Suriname (YHS) , is a member of the YLAI Network and 2016 YLAI Fellow. Starting as a project manager with a background in engineering, Ashna launched YHS to develop and implement community projects supporting the U.N. The Origins of Young Help Suriname (YHS). Absolutely! And undoubtedly.”

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 12, 2025

Through MTI’s flagship four-month program, the companies will receive mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to industry networks that are instrumental in advancing to the U.S. This international cohort will benefit from deep mentorship and unmatched access as they advance toward U.S. Three innovative U.S.-based market success.”

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 5, 2021

“We’re thrilled to be working with Harlem Capital,” co-founder and CEO Yacob Berhane said of Harlem’s participation. When TechCrunch covered Pariti in March, the company which connects founders in emerging markets to resources, talent and capital, was fresh out of finding product-market-fit.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 5, 2023

However, developing solutions and sponsoring comprehensive change takes time. Another visionary entrepreneur in climate action is Alba Forns and her co-founder William Wiseman. Providing mentorship programs, networking opportunities, and access to resources can further nurture the entrepreneurial spirit.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The accelerator program has supported more than 80 startups in seed to Series A stages with equity-free mentorship and resources. Google also recently launched Black Founders Fund, a non-dilutive $3 million fund allocated to 50 startups yearly. . This vital industry is the lifeblood of Africa’s cities and powers economic development.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 30, 2020

That was part of the impetus for two Stanford seniors, Mary Zhu and Amay Aggarwal, to co-found Develop for Good , a matching service designed to connect motivated and ambitious undergrads in computer science, design and economics to nonprofits with specific projects that require expertise.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 12, 2025

Ventures with underrepresented founders will compete for share of more than $100,000 in cash grants, plus mentoring and connections WILMINGTON, Del. Ventures with underrepresented founders will compete for share of more than $100,000 in cash grants, plus mentoring and connections WILMINGTON, Del.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

DECEMBER 17, 2024

1st Place ($7,000): Laura Weyrich, founder of Microversal , for pioneering Oral Microbiome Transplantation to combat dental decay and periodontal disease. 2nd Place ($3,000): Mark Cangemi, founder ofElevated Hunting Solutions, for creating safety solutions for recreational hunters and industrial workers.

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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.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Angel is the founder of Blue Hope ( Azul Esperanza ), an organization that provides educational therapy to children on the autism spectrum. How has YLAI helped your organization grow and develop? I have formed great friendships and mentorships and acquired entrepreneurial knowledge that has helped my organization.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 2, 2025

Developed in collaboration with NVIDIA’s Inception program for startups, this annual accelerator has become a defining initiative for fostering innovation in the cybersecurity space. CrowdStrike and AWS Expand AI Innovation Through Cybersecurity Accelerator The 2025 program attracted hundreds of applicants from the U.S.,

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