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Grow Your Own is an umbrella term for economic development models that use entrepreneurship and small business development as the tool to create economic growth. Grow Your Own focuses on local strengths, small businesses and entrepreneurs in one’s own community–instead of spending resources to attract companies from outside–as a way to foster economic growth. MORE
When we were asked to join and collaborate with 39 global (impact) organizations to launch the World Economic Forum COVID-19 Response Alliance for Social Entrepreneurs , we immediately saw this as an opportunity to shape the new economy with exciting partners. MORE
“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. MORE
American Precast Industries , located in Clarion, is focused on innovative, cost effective products to meet the economic pressures from COVID-19 while stimulating regional economic growth. MORE
Women are already experiencing the economic and social consequences of the pandemic. Their capacity to absorb economic shocks is therefore less than that of men.” Gender inequality is a global problem. MORE
Double-digit sales growth was reached by 67 percent of our members and 78% of members expanded the amount of goods and services provided. As we all know, these past months have been daunting. Our world has been on a halt like never before. MORE
Since 2013, this number has been as high as 65% — even though we are experiencing our 10th straight year of economic growth. To be clear, we do not seek to replace the government and its policymakers but seek to fund startups that create solutions that provide Americans the foundations for economic growth. In 2018, Pew Research Center reported that 57% of Americans believe that children in America today will be worse off financially than their parents. MORE
EnrichHER’s investment platform is fueling the growth of women business by enabling female founders to secure capital in an affordable and non-dilutive way. Dr. Novellus is a gender equality advocate who believes in economic empowerment and inclusive economic growth. MORE
Building Startup Communities is the Way to Economic Growth and Recovery. And yet, our economic policies espoused by governments and traditional economic development approaches continue to focus on attracting big businesses. Fewer startups leads to less productivity growth. MORE
With funding support from the BB&T Economic Growth Fund at the Lancaster County Community Foundation, the Tech Celerator @TheCandy Factory, offers free business-grade WiFi, six conference rooms with large screen TVs and whiteboards, three workshop areas, event space, and parking for guests and clients along with business mentoring and support services provided by Ben Franklin’s Transformation Business Services Network personnel. MORE
Impact Hubs have also made available aid to economically fragile members, information on specific state aid has been provided and collections have been made for the most affected entrepreneurs, groups, and companies. How has COVID-19 affected the purpose and modus operandi of companies? MORE
growth to other developed countries, “It isn’t difficult to be the least dirty shirt in the hamper these days.” Nevertheless, there are literally thousands of other examples scattered around the country, each of which grew from a founder or two with an idea to a successful growth company employing scores, hundreds or even thousands of skilled employees, with the attendant benefits to the local and national economy. 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. Taking local institutional leaders by surprise, rapid economic and cultural transformation is occurring in unlikely places, often led by strange grassroots groups of creatives and non-traditional entrepreneurs. A new model for economic development. A community growth pattern. MORE
In today’s world, a state’s economic growth demands investment in innovation and high-tech industries — especially for a natural resource-rich state like ours that must leverage our existing resource base to diversify our economy for the future. By Scott Meacham. Copyright © 2019, The Oklahoman. MORE
American PreCast Industries , located in Clarion, is focused on innovative, cost effective products to meet the economic pressures from COVID-19 while stimulating regional economic growth. MORE
Well, it’s a true economic growth engine for the surrounding communities, fueling the drive for new innovation, employing thousands in well paid jobs, and it contributes to the tax base, too. Where do the big ideas come from around which startup businesses originate? Well, certainly from the entrepreneurial community at large, and of course within businesses themselves large and small. Another significant source? University research labs. MORE
We have hosted 250+ events with a diverse range of focus: Business development (like our Monthly Hawaii Freelancer’s Network ) and Finance ; Personal growth, like wellness , and mindfulness programming; Film (with our Hawaii Filmmakers Showcase and our partnership with IndieLens); Art including our ImpactART series , which gives local artists work and gallery space); Sustainability education and more general education. … MORE
They’re not so regular as to be predictable and they cause real economic damage, but they don’t halt business and entrepreneurship entirely. Recessions both expose existing economic problems and create new issues specific to that downturn. MORE
Proposed legislation for the Anti Money Laundering Act could severely impact the small business community and impinge upon an economic recovery. In addition to data security, privacy, and reporting burdens, the Angel Capital Association believes that passage of these provisions would significantly dampen investment in small, start-up companies that are the engine fueling economic growth and job creation in our country. MORE
Europe North America Programs SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production SDG 13 - Climate Action SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure SDGs Social innovation america Fashion innovation SustainabilityOver 80 million* people are employed globally in the fashion industry, and yet many of them are at risk of exploitation and unsafe working conditions. MORE
All Europe SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Social innovation MORE
Research shows that entrepreneurs and young companies are the key drivers of economic growth. They need to understand why entrepreneurship is critical for economically thriving communities. MORE
Europe Programs SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities SDG 5 - Gender Equality SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDGs Social innovation business entrepreneurship program scaling SDG10 sdg5 SDG8 spainWomen are a key element in the family economy in Spain, although over recent years they have been greatly affected by high rates of unemployment. If we add the gender pay gap to this, it means that, generally speaking, women earn less than men for doing the same job. MORE
The Spatial Mismatch between Innovation and Joblessness (Glaeser/Hausman): Ed Glaeser is considered one of the leading “gurus” on regional economics and innovation. The Changing Structure of American Innovation: Some Cautionary Remarks for Economic Growth (Arora, Belenzon, Pattaconi and Suh): This paper describes a critical divide in American innovation. Universities have stepped in to fill the research void, but this division does not bode well for economic growth. MORE
A collection of people organized toward achieving shared economic goals is a “business.” If we want to know if a city, state, or nation is thriving we measure their entire economic output and divide it among their population. By Enoch Elwell. MORE
Africa & Middle East All SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Social innovation innovationAs part of Impact Hub and WWF’s ‘Join Forces for the Climate’ campaign, we had a chance to speak to Roger Akayesi, Communications & Marketing Lead at Ignitia. This venture is the world’s first and most accurate tropical weather forecasting company. MORE
I’m not writing this to look back, but to look forward—to acknowledge that while New York City isn’t the disaster area the NY Post would have you believe it to be, it has some really serious problems that it needs to dig out of—much of it economic, but under the covers, systemic. Despite years of economic growth in the city, the homeless population was larger at the start of this year than when the Mayor took office. Reports of NYC’s death have been greatly exaggerated. MORE
Industry and university collaboration produces groundbreaking research and innovation that solves complex problems, drives economic growth, and creates a more skilled workforce. The post industry and university collaboration: how partnership drives innovation appeared first on VentureWell. Faculty I&E Ecosystems entrepreneurial mindset National Science Foundation MORE
Utilizing our network’s privilege in order to drive personal and economic growth for people with criminal histories allows us to drive a meaningful impact and provide a ray of hope. MORE
will help with climate change, racial injustice, and economic growth. Expanding community solar across the U.S. Read more here. The post [Arcadia in Fast Company] We need community solar across the country. Biden and Congress can help make it happen appeared first on OurCrowd Blog. MORE
Smart investments in innovation drive economic growth and ensure Pennsylvania continues to capture its share of emerging high-tech developments,” said Ryan E. HARRISBURG, Pa. 24, 2020) — Gov. MORE
This market is experiencing unprecedented economic growth as the American 50+ population is already responsible for trillions of dollars of spending and economic activity,” said Keith Camhi, Techstars Senior Vice President of Accelerators. BOULDER, Colo. MORE
Innovation and entrepreneurship are fundamental drivers of economic growth. MORE
With burning fires in Australia to rising international tensions and now a pandemic, moving to a more sustainable political and economic system is more critical and more urgent than ever before. In 2019, we saw a proliferation of protest movements around the world. MORE
Impact Hub Executive Director, Gabriela Gandel will be featured as a panelist to share Impact Hub’s commitment to social and economic growth. At the conclusion of the event, there will be a signing of a Manifesto , including voluntary and concrete commitments in future months to improve the contribution of Social and Inclusive Economy to economic, social and human development in the world. MORE
We believe startups will be a continued driver of innovation and economic growth around the world, and we hope to see more startups start in places that haven’t historically been thought of as technology hubs. MORE
This multiplier effect is powerful for economic growth, but comes with drawbacks. Many of these five multiplier jobs don’t pay that wage, and without those jobs it’s hard to sustain future tech growth. MORE
The market for coworking spaces has undergone remarkable growth in the last couple of years and continues to flourish to this day. And new questions are being asked: what if economic growth slows and a new financial crisis emerges? Locations in megacities, however, seem to have reached the limits regarding their size. Who would profit and who would lose? MORE
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JUNE 25, 2019
In today’s world, a state’s economic growth demands investment in innovation and high-tech industries — especially for a natural resource-rich state like ours that must leverage our existing resource base to diversify our economy for the future. By Scott Meacham. Copyright © 2019, The Oklahoman.
Impact Hub
DECEMBER 2, 2020
Women are already experiencing the economic and social consequences of the pandemic. Their capacity to absorb economic shocks is therefore less than that of men.” Gender inequality is a global problem.
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Impact Hub
DECEMBER 15, 2020
Impact Hubs have also made available aid to economically fragile members, information on specific state aid has been provided and collections have been made for the most affected entrepreneurs, groups, and companies. How has COVID-19 affected the purpose and modus operandi of companies?
Impact Hub
MARCH 12, 2021
When we were asked to join and collaborate with 39 global (impact) organizations to launch the World Economic Forum COVID-19 Response Alliance for Social Entrepreneurs , we immediately saw this as an opportunity to shape the new economy with exciting partners.
Impact Hub
APRIL 15, 2020
With burning fires in Australia to rising international tensions and now a pandemic, moving to a more sustainable political and economic system is more critical and more urgent than ever before. In 2019, we saw a proliferation of protest movements around the world.
Impact Hub
AUGUST 13, 2020
All Europe SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Social innovation
Impact Hub
JUNE 11, 2019
We have hosted 250+ events with a diverse range of focus: Business development (like our Monthly Hawaii Freelancer’s Network ) and Finance ; Personal growth, like wellness , and mindfulness programming; Film (with our Hawaii Filmmakers Showcase and our partnership with IndieLens); Art including our ImpactART series , which gives local artists work and gallery space); Sustainability education and more general education. …
Gust
NOVEMBER 8, 2012
growth to other developed countries, “It isn’t difficult to be the least dirty shirt in the hamper these days.” Nevertheless, there are literally thousands of other examples scattered around the country, each of which grew from a founder or two with an idea to a successful growth company employing scores, hundreds or even thousands of skilled employees, with the attendant benefits to the local and national economy.
Impact Hub
MARCH 6, 2019
Europe Programs SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities SDG 5 - Gender Equality SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDGs Social innovation business entrepreneurship program scaling SDG10 sdg5 SDG8 spainWomen are a key element in the family economy in Spain, although over recent years they have been greatly affected by high rates of unemployment. If we add the gender pay gap to this, it means that, generally speaking, women earn less than men for doing the same job.
Impact Hub
JULY 10, 2019
Impact Hub Executive Director, Gabriela Gandel will be featured as a panelist to share Impact Hub’s commitment to social and economic growth. At the conclusion of the event, there will be a signing of a Manifesto , including voluntary and concrete commitments in future months to improve the contribution of Social and Inclusive Economy to economic, social and human development in the world.
Impact Hub
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Africa & Middle East All SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Social innovation innovationAs part of Impact Hub and WWF’s ‘Join Forces for the Climate’ campaign, we had a chance to speak to Roger Akayesi, Communications & Marketing Lead at Ignitia. This venture is the world’s first and most accurate tropical weather forecasting company.
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Venture Well
JUNE 30, 2020
Innovation and entrepreneurship are fundamental drivers of economic growth.
Venture Well
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Industry and university collaboration produces groundbreaking research and innovation that solves complex problems, drives economic growth, and creates a more skilled workforce. The post industry and university collaboration: how partnership drives innovation appeared first on VentureWell. Faculty I&E Ecosystems entrepreneurial mindset National Science Foundation
Ecosystem Builder Hub
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Building Startup Communities is the Way to Economic Growth and Recovery. And yet, our economic policies espoused by governments and traditional economic development approaches continue to focus on attracting big businesses. Fewer startups leads to less productivity growth.
Deskmag
MAY 23, 2019
The market for coworking spaces has undergone remarkable growth in the last couple of years and continues to flourish to this day. And new questions are being asked: what if economic growth slows and a new financial crisis emerges? Locations in megacities, however, seem to have reached the limits regarding their size. Who would profit and who would lose?
CO.STARTERS
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
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. Taking local institutional leaders by surprise, rapid economic and cultural transformation is occurring in unlikely places, often led by strange grassroots groups of creatives and non-traditional entrepreneurs. A new model for economic development. A community growth pattern.
Ecosystem Builder Hub
APRIL 2, 2021
“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.
TechStars
DECEMBER 3, 2019
Utilizing our network’s privilege in order to drive personal and economic growth for people with criminal histories allows us to drive a meaningful impact and provide a ray of hope.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
American PreCast Industries , located in Clarion, is focused on innovative, cost effective products to meet the economic pressures from COVID-19 while stimulating regional economic growth.
CO.STARTERS
JULY 2, 2020
A collection of people organized toward achieving shared economic goals is a “business.” If we want to know if a city, state, or nation is thriving we measure their entire economic output and divide it among their population. By Enoch Elwell.
EntreWorks Consulting
JUNE 12, 2019
The Spatial Mismatch between Innovation and Joblessness (Glaeser/Hausman): Ed Glaeser is considered one of the leading “gurus” on regional economics and innovation. The Changing Structure of American Innovation: Some Cautionary Remarks for Economic Growth (Arora, Belenzon, Pattaconi and Suh): This paper describes a critical divide in American innovation. Universities have stepped in to fill the research void, but this division does not bode well for economic growth.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
JANUARY 18, 2021
American Precast Industries , located in Clarion, is focused on innovative, cost effective products to meet the economic pressures from COVID-19 while stimulating regional economic growth.
TechStars
MARCH 6, 2020
EnrichHER’s investment platform is fueling the growth of women business by enabling female founders to secure capital in an affordable and non-dilutive way. Dr. Novellus is a gender equality advocate who believes in economic empowerment and inclusive economic growth.
Ecosystem Builder Hub
JANUARY 15, 2021
Research shows that entrepreneurs and young companies are the key drivers of economic growth. They need to understand why entrepreneurship is critical for economically thriving communities.
Y Combinator
MAY 21, 2019
Since 2013, this number has been as high as 65% — even though we are experiencing our 10th straight year of economic growth. To be clear, we do not seek to replace the government and its policymakers but seek to fund startups that create solutions that provide Americans the foundations for economic growth. In 2018, Pew Research Center reported that 57% of Americans believe that children in America today will be worse off financially than their parents.
Y Combinator
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020
We believe startups will be a continued driver of innovation and economic growth around the world, and we hope to see more startups start in places that haven’t historically been thought of as technology hubs.
Revolution
DECEMBER 3, 2019
This multiplier effect is powerful for economic growth, but comes with drawbacks. Many of these five multiplier jobs don’t pay that wage, and without those jobs it’s hard to sustain future tech growth.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
JANUARY 24, 2020
Smart investments in innovation drive economic growth and ensure Pennsylvania continues to capture its share of emerging high-tech developments,” said Ryan E. HARRISBURG, Pa. 24, 2020) — Gov.
Impact Hub
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
Double-digit sales growth was reached by 67 percent of our members and 78% of members expanded the amount of goods and services provided. As we all know, these past months have been daunting. Our world has been on a halt like never before.
This is going to be BIG.
AUGUST 24, 2020
I’m not writing this to look back, but to look forward—to acknowledge that while New York City isn’t the disaster area the NY Post would have you believe it to be, it has some really serious problems that it needs to dig out of—much of it economic, but under the covers, systemic. Despite years of economic growth in the city, the homeless population was larger at the start of this year than when the Mayor took office. Reports of NYC’s death have been greatly exaggerated.
Carol Lauffer
MARCH 20, 2018
Grow Your Own is an umbrella term for economic development models that use entrepreneurship and small business development as the tool to create economic growth. Grow Your Own focuses on local strengths, small businesses and entrepreneurs in one’s own community–instead of spending resources to attract companies from outside–as a way to foster economic growth.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
NOVEMBER 13, 2019
With funding support from the BB&T Economic Growth Fund at the Lancaster County Community Foundation, the Tech Celerator @TheCandy Factory, offers free business-grade WiFi, six conference rooms with large screen TVs and whiteboards, three workshop areas, event space, and parking for guests and clients along with business mentoring and support services provided by Ben Franklin’s Transformation Business Services Network personnel.
StartupNation
FEBRUARY 9, 2021
Well, it’s a true economic growth engine for the surrounding communities, fueling the drive for new innovation, employing thousands in well paid jobs, and it contributes to the tax base, too. Where do the big ideas come from around which startup businesses originate? Well, certainly from the entrepreneurial community at large, and of course within businesses themselves large and small. Another significant source? University research labs.
TechStars
JANUARY 6, 2020
This market is experiencing unprecedented economic growth as the American 50+ population is already responsible for trillions of dollars of spending and economic activity,” said Keith Camhi, Techstars Senior Vice President of Accelerators. BOULDER, Colo.
StartupNation
DECEMBER 30, 2020
They’re not so regular as to be predictable and they cause real economic damage, but they don’t halt business and entrepreneurship entirely. Recessions both expose existing economic problems and create new issues specific to that downturn.
OurCrowd
JANUARY 29, 2021
will help with climate change, racial injustice, and economic growth. Expanding community solar across the U.S. Read more here. The post [Arcadia in Fast Company] We need community solar across the country. Biden and Congress can help make it happen appeared first on OurCrowd Blog.
Angel Capital Association
AUGUST 14, 2020
Proposed legislation for the Anti Money Laundering Act could severely impact the small business community and impinge upon an economic recovery. In addition to data security, privacy, and reporting burdens, the Angel Capital Association believes that passage of these provisions would significantly dampen investment in small, start-up companies that are the engine fueling economic growth and job creation in our country.
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