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Raising Awareness about Entrepreneurship as an Economic Development Strategy

Ecosystem Builder Hub

“Communities seeking to grow their economy need to understand the impact entrepreneurship and small business play in economic growth.” — Grow Your Own: Entrepreneurship-based Economic Development for Local Communities, Dell Gines, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City.

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Today’s Tech Hubs: Labor and Housing Dynamics in the Post-Pandemic Era

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Consequently, metros like Nashville, Indianapolis, Salt Lake City, and Phoenix have attracted more transplants from coastal hubs — a shift that helps spur economic development but also puts pressure on housing costs and public services. The soundbite: “We have to start taking the gig economy and gig workers seriously.” — Craig J.

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How Support Organizations Can Unlock the Potential of Entrepreneurs in Vietnam

Entrepreneurs' Organization

These organizations include: The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) represents the interests of entrepreneurs and promotes economic development. Members gain access to experts, executive education, leadership development, and a network of successful entrepreneurs — all of which can accelerate your growth.

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Small Business Resources Essential for Starting a Business

American Entrepreneurship

Keep your eye out for local representatives or educational events on how to register and apply for Federal procurement contracts as well as similar programs in your State. Business Incubators and Accelerators : Incubators offer entrepreneurs and startups workspaces that are typically below market rates. Accelerators found h ere.

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Unsung Hero Spotlight: Ellen Bateman

Ecosystem Builder Hub

What is the most successful/impactful program/event/thing you do/have done in your ecosystem? In an ecosystem, there should be multiple ESOs, coworking spaces, incubators/accelerators, investors, etc.communicating about the resources they have to support entrepreneurs. GEW is the world’s largest celebration of entrepreneurship.

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Unsung Hero Spotlight: Eric Parker

Ecosystem Builder Hub

What is the most successful/impactful program/event/thing you do/have done in your ecosystem? He is currently building a mesh network of grassroots collaborative incubators in mid-size communities across the Southeast to develop a more inclusive regional economy and improve investment dealflow. What others are saying about Eric.

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Digital.NYC: The First Ecosystem Hub

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The Digital.NYC hub (an “Ecosystem Hub” as we call it behind the scenes) features every resource and insight for the NYC tech and startup scene including news, jobs, courses, events, blogs, and even available workspaces. For IBM, Digital.NYC provides exclusive community-building in the fastest growing tech ecosystem in the world.