Remove economic development Remove support Remove transportation
article thumbnail

Rallying for rural entrepreneurship: addressing the challenges that face rural small businesses

Source Link

During my tenure with the local University I worked with economic developers all across Iowa, from Sioux City to Davenport and a great many small but mighty communities in-between: Grinnell, Parkersburg, Webster City and Lamoni to name a few. Starting and growing a business can prove to be a daunting endeavor within any market.

article thumbnail

Finding Founder-Market-Geography Fit

Revolution

Interstate System : Atlanta is a nexus for major interstates like I-20, I-75, and I-85, allowing for efficient road transport. Rail Network : Atlanta offers access to both Norfolk Southern and CSX Transportation. Inland Ports : The availability of inland ports like the Appalachian Regional Port provides intermodal transfer options.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Google’s Africa Investment Fund makes first investment in Uganda’s SafeBoda

TechCrunch

The accelerator program has supported more than 80 startups in seed to Series A stages with equity-free mentorship and resources. This vital industry is the lifeblood of Africa’s cities and powers economic development. He made this known at the Google for Africa event in October.

article thumbnail

Ben Franklin’s Spring 2024 TechCelerator Winners Announced!

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

Second place of $4,500 went to Workforce Consolidation Solutions , founded by Ronnie Tillman-Hill and Alex Steele (Dauphin County): Providing eco-friendly employee transportation solutions, WCS optimizes routes and reduces commute times, enhancing employee experience and workforce management.

article thumbnail

Nearly $4M in Grants to Support Offshore Wind Workforce Training Approved by NJEDA Board

American Entrepreneurship

June 21, 2023) – In May , the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board approved five grant applications totaling more than $3.7 million under the Authority’s Offshore Wind Workforce and Skills Development Grant Challenge (Grant Challenge). TRENTON, N.J.

article thumbnail

Anchor Institutions’ Contributions to Building Inclusive Small Business Ecosystems

Forward Cities

Anchor Institutions’ Contributions to Building Inclusive Small Business Ecosystems was jointly developed by Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) and Forward Cities with support from the Annie E. Enhance the safety and appearance of adjacent neighborhoods by supporting local businesses. Casey Foundation.

article thumbnail

Ben Franklin’s Spring 2024 TechCelerator Winners Announced!

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

Second place of $4,500 went to Workforce Consolidation Solutions , founded by Ronnie Tillman-Hill and Alex Steele (Dauphin County): Providing eco-friendly employee transportation solutions, WCS optimizes routes and reduces commute times, enhancing employee experience and workforce management.