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SourceLink + The IEDC: New Certification Program Uniting Economic Developers and Entrepreneurs

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Now more than ever, entrepreneurs and small business owners require support from economic developers driving local economies forward. The Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP) certification. Developed with support from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and the U.S. A partnership to champion entrepreneurs.

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New Year, New Entrepreneurs: Five tips for supporting early-stage entrepreneurs ?

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To effectively support any entrepreneur, you must develop an infrastructure of resources in your community. Identifying and connecting the resources in one central network makes it easier for entrepreneurs of all types to find assistance for the hurdles they face. Cultivate an inclusive network with culturally competent support.

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Welcome, BizLink Orange!

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partners with over 60 different communities across the country to do just that, and we are thrilled to announce that our network has grown this week to Orlando, Florida. Developing a vibrant and rich online and in-person network. SourceLink? Please join us in welcoming BizLink Orange !

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Building Rural Communities Through Entrepreneurship

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On Thursday, April 21, SourceLink hosted Building Rural Communities Through Entrepreneurship , a webinar on strategies for growing rural communities through entrepreneurship-led economic development. Nicole LaChapelle – Mayor, Easthampton, MA. Don Macke – Senior Vice President, e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems.

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Revolutionizing responsible tourism in Nicaragua

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They work directly with locals in the community, and they use part of their profits to finance social projects focused on helping kids receive an education. Her advice to YLAI network members is to take risks, take advantage of online resources , and create meaningful partnerships as often as possible.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central & Northern PA and Central PA-based venture capital partners win EDA grant to strengthen capital access for regional technology companies

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In a significant boost to the venture capital landscape of Central Pennsylvania, the region is set to benefit from the establishment of the Keystone Innovation Fund II, thanks to a generous grant of $412,598 from the US Economic Development Administration’s ‘Build to Scale Capital Challenge.’

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Why Has LA Suddenly Gotten So Much Attention from VCs and Entrepreneurs?

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billion 2013 figure) have been massive financings at Honest Company ($70mm), JustFab ($85mm), ZipRecruiter ($63mm) and lord only knows how much SnapChat has actually accumulated. With all of those companies gobbled up the market is now focused on the next generation startups like TasteMade, MiTu Network, StyleHaul and so forth.