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Welcome, BizLink Orange!

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partners with over 60 different communities across the country to do just that, and we are thrilled to announce that our network has grown this week to Orlando, Florida. Developing a vibrant and rich online and in-person network. Connecting entrepreneurial ecosystem builders nationwide. SourceLink?

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New Year, New Entrepreneurs: Five tips for supporting early-stage entrepreneurs ?

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Identifying and connecting the resources in one central network makes it easier for entrepreneurs of all types to find assistance for the hurdles they face. Your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC), which can provide assistance with business planning, access to financing, counseling services and classes.

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SourceLink + The IEDC: New Certification Program Uniting Economic Developers and Entrepreneurs

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The genesis for the development of the certification came from this recognized gap for economic development practitioners and grassroots ecosystem builders alike. SourceLink is here to help you connect to resources and to build an effective and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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What are some ways you can keep track of startups you are evaluating/diligencing/investing in?

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Gust is the infrastructure that underlies much of the professional world of early stage finance. Above is a screen shot I just took of my Gust investor dashboard.

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i2E & Plains Ventures Surpasses $100M Milestone in Total Investments

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This milestone represents years of dedication to growing Oklahoma’s entrepreneurial ecosystem,” Plains Ventures President Justin Wilson said. “It By leveraging its extensive network and resources, i2E is committed to supporting innovation, driving economic development, and nurturing a thriving entrepreneurial community.

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Building Rural Communities Through Entrepreneurship

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Don Macke – Senior Vice President, e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems. Access to capital via local banks, gap financing, or even high net worth families (LLCs as equity investors i.e. buy the building and lease back to businesses) can be a huge accelerator in rural areas. Nicole LaChapelle – Mayor, Easthampton, MA. Nathan Ohle.

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Ben Franklin Investments Pay Huge Dividends for Pa.

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Ben Franklin’s investments paid huge dividends for the commonwealth as the state continued to rebound from the pandemic, according to the statewide initiative’s “2021 Annual Statewide Impact Report,” with clients generating more than $2 billion in revenue and securing $917 million in post-Ben Franklin financing. HARRISBURG, Pa.