Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 28, 2016

As President and co-owner of the 102-year-old Lamey Wellehan shoe stores, Jim Wellehan used sustainability to foster innovation and remain relevant in the face of fierce competition. If you are simultaneously interested and confused by sustainability, you are not alone. billion in sales. Start small and simple.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Welcome to the first day of TechCrunch Disrupt ! You’ll find all the day’s programs, stage location and times listed in the Disrupt agenda and in the event app. You’ll find all the day’s programs, stage location and times listed in the Disrupt agenda and in the event app. Connectivity isn’t a nice-to-have for innovation.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

It has now become a materials innovation company disrupting how clothes are made. The company is driving change in the industry through the open sourcing of materials for others to benefit, and in doing so, is becoming the industry’s standard bearer on sustainability practices. The fashion industry alone dumps 2.1

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Selected from the most competitive batch in TC history, selected founders from across the globe will pitch on the virtual stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021. A unique highlight of this batch are more companies in both the health tech/medtech space and clean tech/sustainability space. With just over a 1.5% Session 1: 10:45 a.m.

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Impact Hub

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Circularity in action: Innovations from China Pioneers in the circular economy field in China, Wenjing Zhao and Stéphane Vernede have created new models of products and services that are being mainstreamed by major companies. They demonstrate a dedication to reducing waste, maximising resource efficiency, and promoting sustainable practices.

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Impact Hub

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Also in China, the first nation to register COVID-19 cases at the end of 2019, they advocate a change of attitude towards sustainability. Now it is more accepted both to participate in foreign webinars and to disseminate good practices with the rest of the Impact Hub worldwide,” says the leader of the innovation space.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 28, 2022

For a few years now the Sustainable Ocean Alliance has been a stalwart advocate for the “blue economy,” and an incubator for ocean-focused early stage startups. SDGs [sustainable development goals]. ” She emphasized that while the efforts of bodies like the U.N. “The time-bound model is broken, I would say.

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Impact Hub

AUGUST 19, 2020

More than four billion people work, live, and sustain themselves in the metropolis. Technological leaps have enabled many (though by no means all) of us city-dwellers to sustain ourselves adequately, despite breaking our traditional connection with agricultural life. Photo: Global Climate Strike 2019, Lausanne. trillion USD by 2030.

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Revolution

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

an industry I deemed “ ripe for disruption ”?—?in Greener Greens: At the root of Sweetgreen’s farm-to-table concept was a commitment to sustainability. A First Mover Mindset: Sweetgreen had a digital-first approach early on in a sector that wasn’t quick to adopt tech innovations. Its potential to transform fast food?—?an

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TechCrunch

MAY 19, 2022

CEO Julie Gerdeman said that the new money would be used to “propel technology innovation” and “further global expansion.” Customers receive proactive warnings based on signals including financial reports and news of weather events, environmental and sustainability risks, and natural disasters.

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Jason Malki

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The company offers innovative, affordable payment solutions for a wide range of services, including elective treatments ranging from telehealth, fertility, dental, vision, and cosmetic to pet care. He also co-founded TruCom, an innovative communications company, culminating in its acquisition by Broadview Networks.

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Revolution

MAY 11, 2023

The soundbite: “What distinguishes the apex innovators from behemoths who disappear? There’s a cottage industry of folks figuring out how to stack tax credits from the inflation Reduction Act to accelerate sustainable initiatives. Seed- and Early-Stage U.S, Here are some key insights from the event. Storytelling is our biggest export.”

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Both groups are interested in connecting the dots among sustainable energy, jobs, and economic and geopolitical security.”. Millennials and Gen Zers are seeking more sustainable, locally produced goods. Supply chain disruption … isn’t a blip, but rather the new normal. Self-sufficiency and manufacturing matter.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

The world around us is being disrupted by the acceleration of technology into more industries and more consumer applications. Society is reorienting to a new post-pandemic norm?—?even even before the pandemic itself has been fully tamed. each with partners as the lead. Where are Things Headed for VC in 2031?

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 26, 2024

Founder Brad Hel ler Ecodrive – B2B platform that makes sustainability accessible, transparent and ROI effective. The fund’s portfolio companies have raised about $191 million so far as they scale and disrupt industries.” Actual amount invested depends on total dollars raised.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 7, 2024

Beta Boom : founded in 2017 by two veteran Silicon Valley innovators, Kimmy and Sergio Paluch the firm invests in pre-seed software startups that are building the future for womxn, Black, Latinx and other ethnic minority consumers. They invest in companies that are disrupting traditional retail and consumer experiences.

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This is going to be BIG.

DECEMBER 26, 2011

What areas need to be disrupted? New York has quickly become one of the best places in the world to start a company, but if you look at demographics, Brooklyn is a unique area whose innovator and maker population outnumbers most other cities in the country. More Accessible Innovation Resources for All.

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Revolution

JUNE 15, 2023

CAVA’s founders had a vision to bring heritage, heart, health, and innovation to the fast-casual sector. So they kept their focus trained on meeting more people in more places — through digital innovation and geographic expansion — with food that fuels and connects. Balancing discipline with innovation: Running a restaurant is hard.

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OurCrowd

JULY 11, 2021

OurCrowd’s Top 10 Post-Pandemic Tech Trends offers invaluable insight into what will be hot, disruptive and investible in startups for the coming 12 months. Top industry speakers highlight each trend with exclusive intel on the most innovative startups. Mechanical Engineer for Zippin (Dallas, TX). Project Manager for Shield (London).

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 29, 2018

A successful entrepreneur, businessman and EO Bahrain member, Suhail Algosaibi had long thought about how he could use his position and his company—FALAK Consulting—to make real, radical and sustainable change in his corner of the world. I want to encourage more innovative thinking.”. Promoting Disruption.

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AsiaTechDaily

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Delve into his story as it unfolds with lessons from filmmaking, startup ventures, and the fascinating world of technology innovations and investing. This gave me a front-row seat to the world of tech/innovation, and I began making some personal angel investments along the way.”

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Impact Hub

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Circularity in action: transforming industries in Romania Two inspiring entrepreneurs from Romania, Laura Chiriac and Irina Moreno, collectively emerged as role models for impactful and innovative change. Collectively, they are rewriting industry and economic norms, propelling us towards a more responsible and sustainable world.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Integral to the Entrepreneurs’ Organization’s core beliefs is our commitment to making a positive difference in the world—exemplified by our pledge to support the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Earth’s population is expected to swell to 9 billion people by 2030.

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AsiaTechDaily

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Startup SG Founder The Standards, Productivity and Innovation Board Spring (SPRING) consolidates various startup assistance programs. The initiative aims to provide Singapore-based startups access to diverse funding sources and mentorship programs, nurturing innovative concepts into prosperous companies.

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AsiaTechDaily

APRIL 27, 2023

Capria’s Fund II will make early-growth investments in fintech, mobility/logistics, agtech/foodtech, climate, and jobtech/HRtech sectors, supporting tech-enabled innovators primarily focused on domestic-first transformative solutions of many of the fastest-growing emerging economies.

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Impact Hub

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Both ventures showcase how creative thinking and disruptive solutions can bring positive change to longstanding issues while fostering community collaboration. By sharing their journeys, our goal is to boost awareness and promote the adoption of a circular economy in Armenia, catalysing a transformative shift toward sustainability.

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 17, 2023

This is particularly true of industries where technology is disrupting business models. Separate innovative startups from those are based on proven business models such as retail stores, computer repair etc. Innovation : New ideas often become the foundation of large businesses, but they are started with a great deal of risk.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 15, 2024

With the effects of climate change on the rise, innovation is desperately needed in the industry but nearly impossible to execute as there is currently no affordable way to make cement at smaller scales. seed funding round and introduced its revolutionary, end-to-end cement production unit, the Furno Brick.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

DECEMBER 4, 2019

That being said, we have seen many examples of large companies that get disrupted by smaller, scrappier startups. Check out this talk from the guru of innovation, Clayton Christensen. . Further reading: Beat burnout: Strive for sustainable success. Taking on bigger (and better funded) competitors is not easy.

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Revolution

JANUARY 5, 2022

What industries are you excited for the next generation of founders to disrupt? I’m also excited to see the sustainable innovations entrepreneurs develop in material science and technologies in a world that needs to meet customer expectations with more environmentally-friendly options. all with a more personalized approach.

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Impact Hub

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The interconnectedness of these components is crucial, and disruptions can have far-reaching consequences, affecting supply chains and food security globally. This is where our global Network of Impact Makers plays a crucial role in exchanging knowledge and cultivating innovative ideas.

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TechCrunch

MAY 9, 2023

I’ve heard pitches from many life science companies with deeply credentialed and innovative technical founders with absolutely no business expertise on the team. Turnover disrupts the company’s operation, culture and growth trajectory. It’s a red flag that drama is consuming the company while its mission is mostly sidelined.

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Impact Hub

AUGUST 9, 2021

Organizations and institutions, large and small, are taking responsibility to promote economic recovery in a sustainable way and driving global change. Impact Hub is collaborating with a wide range of organizations to drive inclusive and sustainable change across sectors, both public and private. Resilience challenge.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

In the process, they’re betting that innovative approaches to solving those problems will not just create returns but create disruptions and innovations that spill over into adjacent sectors. What sort of growth are you expecting in the sector? What are some of the keystone problems that an ocean-based food system faces?

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TechCrunch

APRIL 28, 2021

IRP Systems , a maker of innovative electric powertrains for electric vehicles, has raised a $31 million Series C funding round, bringing its total funding to $57 million. With the new investment, we will continue to create disruptive solutions as well as penetrate new EV segments.”.

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Startup Grind

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

You now transition from your mere focus on building a product to thinking more about building a viable business that sustains this product. Readmill Long story short, they failed to monetize to sustain the business. They failed to cope with the disruption in the market.

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Angel Capital Association

MAY 7, 2021

By: Sarah Dickey, ACA Membership Director The prestigious Luis Villalobos Award, recognizing the most ingenious and innovative ideas recently financed by members of the Angel Capital Association, was recently awarded to two ACA member-funded companies disrupting their fields.

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