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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. The Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP) certification. A partnership to champion entrepreneurs.

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Call for Input: Local Policies to Support Economic Development via Entrepreneurship

Ian Hathaway

This is a call for input for a brief survey on local policies or programs to support startup community development. economic development agencies, foundations, chambers of commerce, non-profits). Participation, of course, is optional, as is disclosing your name or contact information. Thank you!

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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. Identify Potential Allies.

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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. Here are five tips to consider when engaging and supporting new business owners in your community—read on to learn more. Include resources that specialize in supporting new entrepreneurs.

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NJEDA Awards First $2M under Angel Match Program to Support Early-Stage Technology Companies

American Entrepreneurship

April 24, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) has closed its first four approvals under the Angel Match Program , awarding a total of $2 million to support early-stage technology companies. For more information on the Angel Match Program, visit [link].

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NJEDA to Host Information Sessions for New Emerging Developers Grant

American Entrepreneurship

Program will Provide Grants up to $250,000 to Assist Small-Scale Developers in Gaining Access to Capital TRENTON, N.J. March 8, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) will host in-person and virtual information sessions to introduce the newly established $20 million Emerging Developers Grant pilot program.

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SBA Announces Community Navigator Model and Funding Opportunity

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We’re thrilled the SBA goes on to recommend that effective network building must also adopt a data-driven approach , something we’ve been championing with communities via our SourceLink Pro entrepreneurship CRM and decision support system and Resource Navigator technologies. Information is available from the SBA Information Notice (PDF).