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How one YLAI Professional Fellow unlocks potential through mentorship in Antigua and Barbuda

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

Janese believes in the importance of perseverance in entrepreneurial ventures and to always look for the positive in tough situations. Catherine, Jamaica, she saw her community experiencing low education rates. Her parents instilled in her the importance of education, good morals and values. Establishing a network. government.

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Educate, Empower, Support: EO Women Entrepreneurs Are Leading the Way

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Women still only get about 2% of venture capital investment money, and we want to see that change,” said Cindy Boyd, EO Houston. “By WEDO Canada’s mission is to educate, empower and support future women entrepreneurs by granting $1 million in scholarships to deserving female post-secondary students across Canada,” Milena said.

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

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I consulted and trained dozens of local economic developers on entrepreneurship ecosystem building efforts, developing a unique understanding of the stereotypes and challenges associated with rural economic development and entrepreneurship ecosystem building. In the e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems thought paper Why Entrepreneurship?

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Launchpad LA Receives VC Funding: $50,000 Per Startup

Both Sides of the Table

We have significant VC commitments (listed below) – every entering company will get $50,000 in funding, mentorship from top VCs and successful entrepreneurs plus free office space. The first two years of the program focused on education & mentorship. This education will continue. For the past 2.5

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Chegg Donates $50K to Stevens Institute of Technology, Fueling Student Innovation

American Entrepreneurship

At the same time, Launchpad@Stevens supports student innovation by providing mentorship, funding, and networking opportunities. Empowering Student Entrepreneurship The $50,000 donation from Chegg will be instrumental in supporting student-led startups, providing funding for materials, supplies, and essential technological resources.

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The unbundling of professional learning and entrepreneurship education

TechCrunch

Rhys Spence is head of research at Brighteye Ventures, a European edtech-focused fund, where he works with portfolio companies to help address priorities, with a focus on internationalization and HR. It’s positive, then, that the unbundling process is improving access to high-quality professional education and development.

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Lessons from the Trenches: One Founder’s Candid Look at Bootstrapping

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Reflecting on my own journey with Equifund, I aim to shed light on the trials and triumphs of entrepreneurship, especially for those who, like me, choose not to rely on outside funding. Weren’t entrepreneurs tired of the golden handcuffs of venture capitalists and bankers?

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