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Techstars, the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, and the Louisville Entrepreneurship Acceleration Partnership (LEAP) together announce the launch of the Techstars Startup Ecosystem Development program in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo courtesy of University of Louisville. MORE
Our latest edition of EntreWorks Insights examined the power of place, i.e., how community gathering places can help build social capital and promote economic development. The latest example comes from Maine where the Maine Coworking Development Fund has just kicked off. It’s also creating a statewide network so that space managers and developers can learn from one another and share ideas. Maine’s Coworking Development Fund. MORE
Key components and actions of responsible tourism include benefitting local economic development, ensuring tourism development benefits the community and the environment, becoming part of the local culture, and reinvesting in the local region. MORE
Read these tips from foundation leaders on how entrepreneurship ecosystem builders can develop relationships with foundations that invest in community economic development. MORE
This issue examines the power of place in economic development, and discusses how we can use work spaces,such as our offices, business incubators, and coworking spaces, to help build social capital, build community, and advance the cause of economic development. The latest issue of our e-newsletter, EntreWorks Insight s, is now available. MORE
We are a state that seems ready to seize the moment and leverage the quality of life and business-friendly advantages here to add innovation and technology-based economic development to Oklahoma’s list of “greats.”. At this moment, if we want to seize the opportunity, we need to invest in these activities that advance the application of our state’s research and development to local companies that create high paying jobs. By Scott Meacham. Copyright © 2019, The Oklahoman. MORE
In many ways, this proposal echoes similar efforts such as the Economic Development Administration’s I6 program or the WIRED program of the 1990s. (As Not surprisingly, I like this basic concept as I strongly believe that we have been underfunding place-based economic development for decades. For example, it may place too much emphasis on innovation and technology inputs and not enough attention on talent development. MORE
Harrisburg, PA – The Wolf Administration announced today that Pennsylvania is offering opportunities to tech entrepreneurs and startup companies to grow their business by connecting with government clients and developing solutions to make governmental processes more efficient. MORE
When designing an accelerator, economic developers face the question: Should access be strictly limited to entrepreneurs residing within our community or region, or be open to anyone regardless of his or her geographic location? Thus, the conundrum for economic developers: should you place geographic restrictions on applicants, or not? Of course, they are venture or investment driven models, not economic development driven. MORE
With his focus on the development and commercialization of OMRF’s intellectual properties and technologies, Nair said the Bio International Conference helps him develop relationships with bio-industry collaborators that benefit OMRF’s research capabilities. On Tuesday, members of the Oklahoma bioscience sector met with business leaders, scientists, economic development officers and educators worldwide to discuss opportunities and potential investment and collaboration. MORE
Despite suffering significant economic loss which spawns a culture of grim survival, a growing number of communities are beginning to break free of the past in an unexpected comeback. A new model for economic development. MORE
Driving innovation through collaboration to create jobs is the entire reason for being of the public-private consortium of the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST), the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance (OMA), the Oklahoma State University New Product Development Center (NPDC) and i2E. OCAST is Oklahoma’s only agency with the sole focus of technology-based economic development. By Scott Meacham. Copyright © 2019, The Oklahoman. Innovate. MORE
In many small towns, the historic loss of one large industrial employer has been more than enough to start a downward economic spiral that is more difficult to overcome than it would be in places with more remaining jobs and some of those other assets. Economic Development Administration. MORE
That’s work for academics, not for economic developers! This mindset seems to be changing (thankfully) as more places recognize that good data can lead to better planning for community and economic development. The Index is an easy to use data tool that allows folks across Nebraska to track how their region compares in areas such as economic opportunity, human capital, social capital, and quality of life. MORE
Here’s why: The HQ2 search process galvanized cities to drive collaboration between universities, economic development groups, civic leaders, and startup ecosystem builders. MORE
Our BIG IDEA pitch events are attended by not only the friends and family of the presenters, but also community partners, local dignitaries, economic development professionals, other startups, and even potential investors. . MORE
Wheeling Heritage’s strategy is to preserve the city’s historical heritage by stimulating economic growth and supporting entrepreneurs. . Half a century ago, Wheeling, West Virginia was a hub of entrepreneurship, innovation and manufacturing. MORE
Everyday Cafe, built in 2017 by the Oasis Project, a community and economic development effort by the Bible Center Church, puts profits from the cafe back into neighborhood-based causes and organizations. MORE
Our pitch nights are attended by not only the friends and family of the presenters, but also community partners, local dignitaries, economic development professionals, other startups, and even potential investors. MORE
According to the Federal Communication Commission’s 2018 broadband deployment chart, Oklahoma is last in our region in broadband development. By Scott Meacham. Copyright © (2019), The Oklahoman. I learn something new practically every day in this job. For example, did you know that Oklahoma has a state meal? MORE
If you’re in the market for professional development opportunities, I’ve got some training programs for you to consider. They include: June 18-19: National CEDS Forum (Columbus, OH): I’ll be leading a session on economic diversification and resilience, discussing how the regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) process can help regions make smart decisions about their economic futures. MORE
Forward Cities , the largest national network of cities committed to advancing inclusive innovation and economic development, is seeking two dynamic new team members: Fellows Manager. We’re growing our team with 2 new positions! MORE
There will be anywhere between 50 to more than 100 startups showing up at each stop who will get the chance to meet with corporate partners, investors, economic development representatives, and their startup peers. I can’t remember the last time I was this excited. In just four days, GAN hits the road on our 2019 GAN Momentum Tour, a five-stop global tour focused on helping startups get and sustain momentum wherever they call home. MORE
Below are brief descriptions of the innovations developed by the companies. Argolytics, LLC, located in State College , developed a web-based software solution, Trendable , that helps manufacturers assess the quality of their product during actual production. MORE
Throughout this entire process, it has been incredibly inspiring to see hundreds of national leaders put so much time, energy, and passion into accelerating the evolution of the economic development field. More than half of our CO.STARTERS national team (8 out of 15!) MORE
This year’s contest challenged tech-entrepreneurs located in Northwest PA, to develop new “game-changing” products, processes, or techniques in creative spaces. Andrew Stanko with Full Circle Designed has developed a process for using plastic waste in the creation of consumer goods. MORE
Marc and Dave on the economic benefits—and potential—of entrepreneurship in a small town: . You don’t have to be in Silicon Valley to start a successful company. MORE
This excellent edited volume is full of insights that are relevant not only to community college staff and partners, but to community and economic development leaders as well. Since it first launched in 2002, I’ve been a member and close partner of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE). MORE
In my experience, traditional economic development and community development efforts approach most communities by saying, essentially, ‘We have the answers for you.’ MORE
That’s why Ben Franklin Technology Partners, created more than 35 years ago with broad bipartisan support, has become one of the most widely known and emulated state technology-based economic development programs in the nation. Everyone knows a good thing when they see it. MORE
Of these, more than 8,000 went through CO.STARTERS foundational business development program; 85% of participants from 2014–18 reported that they are still working in their venture. . CO.STARTERS Summit Highlights Deepened Support for Entrepreneurial Leaders. MORE
In addition, Techstars announces the formal launch of the Techstars Startup Ecosystem Development program. Techstars is launching with Buffalo as the inaugural city for the Techstars Startup Ecosystem Development Program. MORE
Across the world, various economic development organizations, government agencies, and non-profits are putting in admirable and well-intentioned efforts to develop startup ecosystems. Yet, do you know how many of those investors came through intros made by those who have a strategic economic development interest in fostering the NYC ecosystem? This is exactly the wrong way to think about the economic opportunity presented by innovation. MORE
That is simply not sustainable to foster the economic growth our Commonwealth needs. In fact, the most recent independent economic analysis shows that every dollar invested by the state into Ben Franklin generates $3.90 Ben Franklin Technology Partners is widely known and emulated as the gold standard in technology based economic development programs in the nation. But now other states are investing heavily in innovation and high-tech economic development. MORE
This situation is created in part by the practices of traditional economic development. Can we create an economic system—beginning at the local level—that builds the wealth and prosperity of everyone. In cities across the nation, a few enjoy rising affluence while many struggle to get by. Current trends threaten to worsen, unless we can answer the design challenge before us. MORE
Over two years we’ve grown a community of about 150 people at Hub101, and we’re continuing to foster connections that tie early stage startups into economic development and beyond. Who are you? I’m Greg Monterrosa, born and raised in South-Central LA. MORE
As the ecosystem building approach to economic and community development gains interest and credibility, the title of “ecosystem builder” has emerged to represent a specific type of community leader. By Enoch Elwell, CO.STARTERS Founder & Visionary. MORE
Our team at CO.STARTERS has gradually realized we are not just collaborating with these players as we jointly pioneer a new way of doing economic development. The post Networks vs. Nodes: Developing New Business Models for the Connected Age appeared first on CO.STARTERS®. MORE
I then spent the next six years as a part of a team called new business development, which was led by Megan Smith, one of Google’s most amazing leaders. If we could help fuel and foster startup communities, that would build a platform for true economic development locally and globally. MORE
A growing number of regular people care deeply about sharing their passion, knowledge, and expertise with the world through business, but they feel disconnected from existing institutional economic development resources and business support. MORE
The first playbook, Elevating Women in Entrepreneurship, is a 78-page guide that covers community outreach techniques, how to develop a female-supportive network, solutions for work-life balance, how to fix the pipeline to encourage more women investors, and more. MORE
Create Birmingham is a nonprofit economic development agency focused exclusively on creative industries in Birmingham, Alabama. in REVeal Kitchen, a food stall / incubator operated by REV Birmingham, another economic development organization. By Rich Bailey. MORE
I’ve always appreciated these protected lands for their natural beauty, but they’re also an important contributor to new job creation and economic development. But, this research finds that land preservation can often produce better economic outcomes, finding that communities with higher levels of land protection also had higher employment numbers. Protect Land, Create Jobs: Economic Development and Land Conservation. MORE
I love that every stop of the tour included voices from corporations, investors, startups, government representatives, and economic development staff sharing what’s so great about their cities. And economic development groups and governments need to continue to make cities places that people actually want to work. We just finished GAN’s first Momentum Tour, a four-stop global tour with events in Pittsburgh, Hamburg, Lima, and Manama. MORE
economic development Related Topics Innovation 2 Enterprise
MARCH 13, 2019
According to the Federal Communication Commission’s 2018 broadband deployment chart, Oklahoma is last in our region in broadband development. By Scott Meacham. Copyright © (2019), The Oklahoman. I learn something new practically every day in this job. For example, did you know that Oklahoma has a state meal?
Innovation 2 Enterprise
APRIL 2, 2019
Driving innovation through collaboration to create jobs is the entire reason for being of the public-private consortium of the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST), the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance (OMA), the Oklahoma State University New Product Development Center (NPDC) and i2E. OCAST is Oklahoma’s only agency with the sole focus of technology-based economic development. By Scott Meacham. Copyright © 2019, The Oklahoman. Innovate.
Carol Lauffer
APRIL 12, 2017
When designing an accelerator, economic developers face the question: Should access be strictly limited to entrepreneurs residing within our community or region, or be open to anyone regardless of his or her geographic location? Thus, the conundrum for economic developers: should you place geographic restrictions on applicants, or not? Of course, they are venture or investment driven models, not economic development driven.
EntreWorks Consulting
JULY 18, 2019
I’ve always appreciated these protected lands for their natural beauty, but they’re also an important contributor to new job creation and economic development. But, this research finds that land preservation can often produce better economic outcomes, finding that communities with higher levels of land protection also had higher employment numbers. Protect Land, Create Jobs: Economic Development and Land Conservation.
Source Link
JUNE 3, 2019
Read these tips from foundation leaders on how entrepreneurship ecosystem builders can develop relationships with foundations that invest in community economic development.
Co Starters
MARCH 28, 2019
The first playbook, Elevating Women in Entrepreneurship, is a 78-page guide that covers community outreach techniques, how to develop a female-supportive network, solutions for work-life balance, how to fix the pipeline to encourage more women investors, and more.
EntreWorks Consulting
AUGUST 19, 2019
This issue examines the power of place in economic development, and discusses how we can use work spaces,such as our offices, business incubators, and coworking spaces, to help build social capital, build community, and advance the cause of economic development. The latest issue of our e-newsletter, EntreWorks Insight s, is now available.
EntreWorks Consulting
JUNE 3, 2019
If you’re in the market for professional development opportunities, I’ve got some training programs for you to consider. They include: June 18-19: National CEDS Forum (Columbus, OH): I’ll be leading a session on economic diversification and resilience, discussing how the regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) process can help regions make smart decisions about their economic futures.
Forward Cities
DECEMBER 12, 2018
Forward Cities , the largest national network of cities committed to advancing inclusive innovation and economic development, is seeking two dynamic new team members: Fellows Manager. We’re growing our team with 2 new positions!
Co Starters
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
In many small towns, the historic loss of one large industrial employer has been more than enough to start a downward economic spiral that is more difficult to overcome than it would be in places with more remaining jobs and some of those other assets. Economic Development Administration.
TechStars
APRIL 2, 2019
Techstars, the worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed, and the Louisville Entrepreneurship Acceleration Partnership (LEAP) together announce the launch of the Techstars Startup Ecosystem Development program in Louisville, Kentucky. Photo courtesy of University of Louisville.
This is going to be BIG.
MARCH 18, 2019
Across the world, various economic development organizations, government agencies, and non-profits are putting in admirable and well-intentioned efforts to develop startup ecosystems. Yet, do you know how many of those investors came through intros made by those who have a strategic economic development interest in fostering the NYC ecosystem? This is exactly the wrong way to think about the economic opportunity presented by innovation.
Co Starters
MARCH 28, 2019
A growing number of regular people care deeply about sharing their passion, knowledge, and expertise with the world through business, but they feel disconnected from existing institutional economic development resources and business support.
Co Starters
MAY 22, 2019
Our team at CO.STARTERS has gradually realized we are not just collaborating with these players as we jointly pioneer a new way of doing economic development. The post Networks vs. Nodes: Developing New Business Models for the Connected Age appeared first on CO.STARTERS®.
Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
Key components and actions of responsible tourism include benefitting local economic development, ensuring tourism development benefits the community and the environment, becoming part of the local culture, and reinvesting in the local region.
Co Starters
JUNE 18, 2019
Throughout this entire process, it has been incredibly inspiring to see hundreds of national leaders put so much time, energy, and passion into accelerating the evolution of the economic development field. More than half of our CO.STARTERS national team (8 out of 15!)
Co Starters
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Of these, more than 8,000 went through CO.STARTERS foundational business development program; 85% of participants from 2014–18 reported that they are still working in their venture. . CO.STARTERS Summit Highlights Deepened Support for Entrepreneurial Leaders.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
That’s why Ben Franklin Technology Partners, created more than 35 years ago with broad bipartisan support, has become one of the most widely known and emulated state technology-based economic development programs in the nation. Everyone knows a good thing when they see it.
TechStars
JANUARY 31, 2019
In addition, Techstars announces the formal launch of the Techstars Startup Ecosystem Development program. Techstars is launching with Buffalo as the inaugural city for the Techstars Startup Ecosystem Development Program.
Forward Cities
DECEMBER 8, 2019
Everyday Cafe, built in 2017 by the Oasis Project, a community and economic development effort by the Bible Center Church, puts profits from the cafe back into neighborhood-based causes and organizations.
Co Starters
JULY 26, 2019
As the ecosystem building approach to economic and community development gains interest and credibility, the title of “ecosystem builder” has emerged to represent a specific type of community leader. By Enoch Elwell, CO.STARTERS Founder & Visionary.
Co Starters
JANUARY 16, 2019
Create Birmingham is a nonprofit economic development agency focused exclusively on creative industries in Birmingham, Alabama. in REVeal Kitchen, a food stall / incubator operated by REV Birmingham, another economic development organization. By Rich Bailey.
Revolution
NOVEMBER 13, 2018
Here’s why: The HQ2 search process galvanized cities to drive collaboration between universities, economic development groups, civic leaders, and startup ecosystem builders.
TechStars
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Marc and Dave on the economic benefits—and potential—of entrepreneurship in a small town: . You don’t have to be in Silicon Valley to start a successful company.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
That is simply not sustainable to foster the economic growth our Commonwealth needs. In fact, the most recent independent economic analysis shows that every dollar invested by the state into Ben Franklin generates $3.90 Ben Franklin Technology Partners is widely known and emulated as the gold standard in technology based economic development programs in the nation. But now other states are investing heavily in innovation and high-tech economic development.
EntreWorks Consulting
DECEMBER 11, 2019
In many ways, this proposal echoes similar efforts such as the Economic Development Administration’s I6 program or the WIRED program of the 1990s. (As Not surprisingly, I like this basic concept as I strongly believe that we have been underfunding place-based economic development for decades. For example, it may place too much emphasis on innovation and technology inputs and not enough attention on talent development.
GAN
NOVEMBER 12, 2019
I love that every stop of the tour included voices from corporations, investors, startups, government representatives, and economic development staff sharing what’s so great about their cities. And economic development groups and governments need to continue to make cities places that people actually want to work. We just finished GAN’s first Momentum Tour, a four-stop global tour with events in Pittsburgh, Hamburg, Lima, and Manama.
Co Starters
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
In my experience, traditional economic development and community development efforts approach most communities by saying, essentially, ‘We have the answers for you.’
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
SEPTEMBER 20, 2019
Below are brief descriptions of the innovations developed by the companies. Argolytics, LLC, located in State College , developed a web-based software solution, Trendable , that helps manufacturers assess the quality of their product during actual production.
EntreWorks Consulting
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
That’s work for academics, not for economic developers! This mindset seems to be changing (thankfully) as more places recognize that good data can lead to better planning for community and economic development. The Index is an easy to use data tool that allows folks across Nebraska to track how their region compares in areas such as economic opportunity, human capital, social capital, and quality of life.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
AUGUST 12, 2019
Our pitch nights are attended by not only the friends and family of the presenters, but also community partners, local dignitaries, economic development professionals, other startups, and even potential investors.
EntreWorks Consulting
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
Our latest edition of EntreWorks Insights examined the power of place, i.e., how community gathering places can help build social capital and promote economic development. The latest example comes from Maine where the Maine Coworking Development Fund has just kicked off. It’s also creating a statewide network so that space managers and developers can learn from one another and share ideas. Maine’s Coworking Development Fund.
EntreWorks Consulting
MARCH 11, 2019
This excellent edited volume is full of insights that are relevant not only to community college staff and partners, but to community and economic development leaders as well. Since it first launched in 2002, I’ve been a member and close partner of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE).
TechStars
JANUARY 17, 2019
Over two years we’ve grown a community of about 150 people at Hub101, and we’re continuing to foster connections that tie early stage startups into economic development and beyond. Who are you? I’m Greg Monterrosa, born and raised in South-Central LA.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
OCTOBER 29, 2019
Our BIG IDEA pitch events are attended by not only the friends and family of the presenters, but also community partners, local dignitaries, economic development professionals, other startups, and even potential investors. .
Co Starters
JULY 9, 2019
Wheeling Heritage’s strategy is to preserve the city’s historical heritage by stimulating economic growth and supporting entrepreneurs. . Half a century ago, Wheeling, West Virginia was a hub of entrepreneurship, innovation and manufacturing.
Innovation 2 Enterprise
JUNE 5, 2019
With his focus on the development and commercialization of OMRF’s intellectual properties and technologies, Nair said the Bio International Conference helps him develop relationships with bio-industry collaborators that benefit OMRF’s research capabilities. On Tuesday, members of the Oklahoma bioscience sector met with business leaders, scientists, economic development officers and educators worldwide to discuss opportunities and potential investment and collaboration.
GAN
SEPTEMBER 4, 2019
There will be anywhere between 50 to more than 100 startups showing up at each stop who will get the chance to meet with corporate partners, investors, economic development representatives, and their startup peers. I can’t remember the last time I was this excited. In just four days, GAN hits the road on our 2019 GAN Momentum Tour, a five-stop global tour focused on helping startups get and sustain momentum wherever they call home.
Surdna Foundation
JANUARY 20, 2016
This situation is created in part by the practices of traditional economic development. Can we create an economic system—beginning at the local level—that builds the wealth and prosperity of everyone. In cities across the nation, a few enjoy rising affluence while many struggle to get by. Current trends threaten to worsen, unless we can answer the design challenge before us.
Innovation 2 Enterprise
MAY 7, 2019
We are a state that seems ready to seize the moment and leverage the quality of life and business-friendly advantages here to add innovation and technology-based economic development to Oklahoma’s list of “greats.”. At this moment, if we want to seize the opportunity, we need to invest in these activities that advance the application of our state’s research and development to local companies that create high paying jobs. By Scott Meacham. Copyright © 2019, The Oklahoman.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
MAY 10, 2019
This year’s contest challenged tech-entrepreneurs located in Northwest PA, to develop new “game-changing” products, processes, or techniques in creative spaces. Andrew Stanko with Full Circle Designed has developed a process for using plastic waste in the creation of consumer goods.
TechStars
JUNE 4, 2019
I then spent the next six years as a part of a team called new business development, which was led by Megan Smith, one of Google’s most amazing leaders. If we could help fuel and foster startup communities, that would build a platform for true economic development locally and globally.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
NOVEMBER 5, 2018
Harrisburg, PA – The Wolf Administration announced today that Pennsylvania is offering opportunities to tech entrepreneurs and startup companies to grow their business by connecting with government clients and developing solutions to make governmental processes more efficient.
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