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Treepz founder Onyeka Akumah on how to succeed in transportation tech

TechCrunch

In sub-Saharan Africa, only 33% of the urban population has access to public transportation, compared to 75% in Europe and North America, according to UN statistics. That means that most of the continent faces challenges chasing new job opportunities, going to school, accessing healthcare and just having a night on the town.

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Finding Founder-Market-Geography Fit

Revolution

It was an opportunity to generate significant returns, momentum for rising startup markets, and innovation that would strengthen America’s dynamism and competitiveness. Interstate System : Atlanta is a nexus for major interstates like I-20, I-75, and I-85, allowing for efficient road transport.

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5 top investors in Dutch startups discuss trends, hopes and 2020 opportunities

TechCrunch

Amsterdam has tech industry “schools” such as Growth Tribe , The Talent Institute and THNK for educational courses, as well as accelerators like Rockstart, Startupbootcamp and Fashion for Good. In Amsterdam, rich people take public transport, not private buses. Digital health, education, B2B SaaS. Very positive.

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Business Ramifications of Legalized Marijuana: Trouble or Growth Opportunity?

Entrepreneurs' Organization

As a third-party administrator for the Department of Transportation (DOT), the company prepares and monitors DOT’s drug-free policies. Q: What business challenges and opportunities has your company experienced? How do we better educate parents and schools about the long-term effects of drugs?” appeared first on THE BLOG.

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

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Geography does not determine success—it may surface some unique challenges, but it also gives unique opportunities. Talent seeks opportunities, and opportunities can (and must) be created. 74% of employers in rural areas stated they had difficulty finding candidates with the right education, skills or training.

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Moonshots, Momentum, and Legislative Tailwinds Beyond Silicon Valley

Revolution

Roads, bridges, and transport will make or break a city’s ability to grow its startup ecosystem and talent pool. Many climate-focused industries and technologies are so new that policymakers are still learning what they are, making education and proactive outreach essential. Infrastructure touches everything.

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Small Business Day Heroes Receive $20K Awards from Intuit and Mailchimp, Survey Results also Shared

American Entrepreneurship

The three Small Business Day Heroes are: No Fear Cafe based in Detroit, Michigan is a community learning center that provides fun and innovative educational programming to children and adults in marginalized communities.