Ecosystem Builder Hub

AUGUST 14, 2020

As with any movement, there comes a day when grand visions need to either remain that, or be executed on so that they may evolve to the next stage of development and maturation. We have brilliant minds working together to leverage our opportunities and assets to move our community forward and so far, the plan is working.

development 119

development entrepreneurial ecosystem entrepreneurship communities 119

Angel Capital Association

JANUARY 13, 2022

ACA members and groups enjoy unprecedented education and networking opportunities, brought to them by the trusted authority in angel investing. The DEI Task Force has developed and published a formal ACA DEI Policy and set its strategic goals for 2022. 2021 was a year filled with more opportunities for angels to interact and learn.

opportunity 72

opportunity peer-to-peer funders angel investing 72

Source Link

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

We are experiencing unprecedented opportunities for communities to evaluate how best to respond to short-term needs while building resilient solutions for long-term success. While it might be tempting to jump right in, it’s important to take the time to evaluate successful outcomes and develop a strategy to achieve your goals.

entrepreneurial ecosystem 130

entrepreneurial ecosystem sustainability strategy funders 130

Forward Cities

MARCH 27, 2020

Additionally, with crisis comes opportunity. As disruptive as COVID-19 is, new entrepreneurial opportunities will open up because of it. As disruptive as COVID-19 is, new entrepreneurial opportunities will open up because of it. Cities need to be ready to harness this creative energy as part of their response plans.

entrepreneurs 98

entrepreneurs development entrepreneurial ecosystem communities 98

American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Now with the winning $500,000 investment in hand, Jordan’s youth development startup will accelerate its mission of tackling the current teen self-esteem crisis. “I am so grateful to Venture Atlanta, BIP Ventures, Catalyst by Wellstar, Florida Funders, and Knoll Ventures for this incredible opportunity for growth,” said Jordan.

ventures 105

ventures funders startup pitching 105

Ecosystem Builder Hub

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Not everybody can do ecosystem building; it’s a talent that is developed through experience and education, connections and networking. An ecosystem of support, funding, education and opportunity is essential for businesses to scale but it is hard to articulate and quantify this to make the case compelling. Melanie Lenci. Mara Hardy.

development 75

development entrepreneurial ecosystem funders economic development 75

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

MARCH 1, 2022

This program lets you engage with other successful entrepreneurs, discuss your business model with experts, and develop a pitch that could win you up to $10,000! This is a no-cost opportunity! You’ll come away from this experience with a working business model, networking contacts, and experience pitching to potential funders.

funders 98

funders business incubator pitching startup 98

Angel Capital Association

JANUARY 26, 2023

ACA members and groups enjoy unprecedented education and networking opportunities, brought to them by the trusted authority in angel investing. 2023 promises to be another exciting year, with new educational opportunities, additional networking and community building events.

opportunity 52

opportunity funders peer-to-peer angel investing 52

American Entrepreneurship

AUGUST 16, 2024

The ability to bring software developers and engineers together to innovate alongside one another is one of the greatest opportunities the Vista ecosystem offers,” continued Smith. “By The HBCU students joined individual company teams to gain hands-on experience to strengthen their knowledge and expertise.

peer-to-peer 98

peer-to-peer funders innovation creativity 98

TechCrunch

APRIL 7, 2021

Resource’s “ESO Accelerator” will train startup ecosystem leaders on how to build a more financially sustainable organization, as well as help connect them to potential funders. It also will provide milestone-based financial support tied to organizational development.

support 86

support innovation capital funders 86

TechCrunch

MAY 9, 2023

SaaS Stage: Considers how software-as-a-service unlocks creativity and efficiency with mobile apps, cloud-based resources, collaboration tools, creator communities, developer tools, e-commerce, low code, recurring revenue and marketing tools. CTA: Want to reach the biggest funders, founders and Disruptors? billion raised in funding.

disruption 96

disruption funders peer-to-peer networking 96

Forward Cities

DECEMBER 16, 2019

For many cities, a history of red-lining , unequal development, and decisions to build highways through thriving minority communities contributed in significant ways to disparities in wealth and access to opportunities in our neighborhoods. Franklin County, Forward Cities. For me, this hits even closer to home. Side Hustles to CEOs.

opportunity 52

opportunity entrepreneurial ecosystem entrepreneurship funders 52

StartupNation

DECEMBER 6, 2020

A Gender Gap Grader study shows that women represent 9 percent of developers in the startup ecosystem. They saw the opportunity to develop products that assist in the intellectual development of a child from a very early age. According to the EEOC, 83 percent of tech executives are white.

innovation 126

innovation startup creativity startup founder 126

Ecosystem Builder Hub

JULY 10, 2020

Though evidence, globally, shows otherwise, we’ve not yet had success in convincing the power players to adopt this as a priority in economic and community development. Today, I have asked some key funders to consider requiring ecosystem asks vs asks from individual organizations. There are some positive signs today.

entrepreneurial ecosystem 98

entrepreneurial ecosystem funders education communities 98

TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

In order to make those investments, venture firms must first have the money, which means they’re not only just the funders, they’re fundraisers, too. The venture capital community has significant influence on what potential LPs see as great investment opportunities. But that image is only one part of venture capital.

funders 93

funders venture capital hospitality health 93

Angel Capital Association

JANUARY 8, 2024

Developed more tools for angel groups and grew our resource library with new webinars and content. In 2024, the ACA will be building upon our growth in educational opportunities including on-demand Ann & Bill Payne ACA Angel University learning and an expansion of our timely, expert-driven webinar series. We need angels.

opportunity 52

opportunity angel investing entrepreneurial ecosystem education 52

Ecosystem Builder Hub

JUNE 20, 2020

Practical Metrics and Methods (Practitioner Edition): Identify and develop better metrics and methods for ecosystem building. Collaborative research focused on developing the field of ecosystem building would allow the field to identify the principles and practices that are most effective for fostering successful entrepreneurship.

entrepreneurial ecosystem 131

entrepreneurial ecosystem communities peer-to-peer entrepreneurship 131

American Entrepreneurship

MAY 31, 2024

Entrepreneurs seek to find the right investor and to make the best pitch when the opportunity comes Entrepreneurs start their companies with great passion and big dreams. That includes angel investors, venture capitalists, and institutional funders associated with various stages of a startup’s growth.

startup 105

startup pitching funders strategy 105

Forward Cities

DECEMBER 30, 2019

For many cities, a history of red-lining , unequal development, and decisions to build highways through thriving minority communities contributed in significant ways to disparities in wealth and access to opportunities in our neighborhoods. FRANKLIN COUNTY, FORWARD CITIES. For me, this hits even closer to home. Side Hustles to CEOs.

opportunity 40

opportunity entrepreneurial ecosystem entrepreneurship funders 40

TechCrunch

MARCH 25, 2021

The original promise of Holberton was that it provided students — which it selects through a blind admissions process — with a well-rounded software development education akin to a college education for free. Edtech valuations aren’t skyrocketing, but investors see more exit opportunities.

SaaS 88

SaaS education funders accelerator 88

Founders Coop

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

As the YC example shows, Techstars had the opportunity to build one of the world’s top investing platforms for technical founders in every major tech hub outside the Bay Area. We were saddened, but not completely surprised, by the recent string of bad news coming from Techstars’ Boulder headquarters.

startup ecosystem 189

startup ecosystem accelerator communities support 189

Founders Coop

APRIL 29, 2024

Over time, we’ve developed a strong conviction that certain types of people, and certain combinations of those types, are many times more likely to productively persist in the way that eventually produces startup success. Imagine the joy of finding a small group of people you trust and care for enough to start a company with them.

startup accelerator 149

startup accelerator accelerator peer-to-peer startup 149

Impact Hub

JUNE 1, 2021

Jordan, 1 June, 2021 – The Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship (MoDEE) and its mandated Advisory Committee and Sub-Committees, supported by the United Nations Development Programme Jordan (UNDP Jordan) and Impact Hub gathered to advance policy development work in support of social entrepreneurs in Jordan.

entrepreneurship 36

entrepreneurship development funders frameworks 36

Impact Hub

OCTOBER 7, 2023

Next steps in social entrepreneurship: Policy development in Jordan A dynamic partnership in Jordan led by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship (MoDEE) and backed by the United Nations Development Programme Jordan (UNDP Jordan) and Impact Hub is in full swing.

entrepreneurship 36

entrepreneurship development funders frameworks 36

Impact Hub

OCTOBER 7, 2023

Next steps in social entrepreneurship: Policy development in Jordan A dynamic partnership in Jordan led by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship (MoDEE) and backed by the United Nations Development Programme Jordan (UNDP Jordan) and Impact Hub is in full swing.

entrepreneurship 36

entrepreneurship development funders frameworks 36

American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Fearless Fund in collaboration with Amazon awards grants between $10,000 and $20,000 to black women in their B lack Business Accelerator program and the Minority Business Development Agency in the past has awarded g rants to college and universities that assist undergraduate students with entrepreneurship. Learn more here. Full list of U.S.

funders 52

funders peer-to-peer incubation entrepreneurship 52

David Teten VC

MAY 19, 2021

One of the best business models ever is creating a marketplace between investors and investment opportunities. Same goes for SMB investment sites like Honeycomb Credit , The SMBX , and Worthy Bonds (business owners often fund others) and Prosper or Sofi (many funders have borrowed themselves).”. Ongoing information rights.

investing 105

investing investment peer-to-peer real estate 105

TechCrunch

APRIL 23, 2021

New developments are popping up all over the city, from student accommodation to hotels and nice apartments. 9 investors discuss hurdles, opportunities and the impact of cloud vendors in enterprise data lakes. 3 adtech and martech VCs see major opportunities in privacy and compliance. INI is a big support and funder.

founder 113

founder incubation hospitality accelerator 113

Angel Capital Association

MARCH 25, 2024

The summit offers an unparalleled opportunity for learning, networking, and investment discovery, specifically tailored to empower the black entrepreneurial ecosystem. These interactions are crucial for developing best practices, sourcing investments, and understanding group operations.

angel capital 40

angel capital capital peer-to-peer entrepreneurial ecosystem 40

Ecosystem Builder Hub

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

As an emerging field that is challenging the status quo of entrepreneurship in economic development, ecosystem builders are bound to run into obstacles along the way which – if repeated and consistent – make us want to pull our hair out. Dealing with resistive funders, however, is our biggest challenge. Jacqueline Summers.

entrepreneurial ecosystem 52

entrepreneurial ecosystem funders sustainability education 52

David Teten VC

DECEMBER 2, 2019

We take tech experts, teach them the policy process through an in-residence fellowship program in the Bay Area, and encourage them to develop outside-the-box solutions to society’s problems. Their foci include addressing environmental sustainability, racial and gender equity, economic development concerns, etc. Notley Ventures.

startup 70

startup incubation accelerator innovation 70

Angel Capital Association

JUNE 7, 2021

For the last two years, we’ve held a virtual global summit with a full program of expert speakers, insightful peer-to-peer discussions, and networking opportunities. In the coming months, our volunteer-led Syndication Task Force will be working to develop plans for a national syndication process and platform.

peer-to-peer 40

peer-to-peer funders angel investing education 40

David Teten VC

MARCH 1, 2022

All VCs, including us, regularly see investment opportunities which don’t fit our mandate. Certain late-stage VCs have invested in some of my past funds, partly to motivate us to refer future investment opportunities to them. Our goal is to invest in, coinvest with, and/or recruit founders in transition. Monetizing our deal flow.

VC 128

VC venture capital accelerator ventures 128

Ecosystem Builder Hub

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The goal of EBLP is to collaboratively design, build, test, and validate a field-wide infrastructure that will accelerate adoption of ecosystem building as a practice in economic, community, workforce, and entrepreneurship development in the United States. Convening to Identify Network Opportunities. What would that look like?

entrepreneurship 52

entrepreneurship leadership entrepreneurial ecosystem funders 52

American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 22, 2023

FPV Ventures was the lead funder with participation from existing investors Human Capital Ventures based in the United Kingdom, and like early-stage venture firm Autotech Ventures has offices in California. As part of the deal, lead investor Wesley Chan will join the board.

ventures 52

ventures funders entrepreneurship enablement 52

Surdna Foundation

APRIL 11, 2022

As a racial justice funder, we also know that shifting power and building equity, mutual accountability, and authentic, trusting relationships are vital to our grantmaking. We are also proactively sharing our data with Candid and signing on to data-sharing initiatives, such as the Climate Funders Justice Pledge.

funders 36

funders peer-to-peer communities consulting 36

Impact Hub

MARCH 25, 2024

The hub’s approach revolves around creating opportunities and benefits for women, young people, and people of colour. The programme aims to strengthen organisations, facilitate community engagement, and increase visibility, offering tailored support and funding opportunities.

innovation 36

innovation funders collaboration communities 36