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In a Strong Wind Even Turkeys Can Fly

Both Sides of the Table

The market seemed crowded and our leadership position that had been built over many years seemed to not matter any more. Within a year, by late 2000 / early 2001 consulting firms were firing people en masse. On July 27th, 2001 Accenture IPO’s and many of the partners grew fabulously wealthy.

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How a female entrepreneur gained Traction in a male-dominated industry

Entrepreneurs' Organization

In 2001, while serving in the Hawaii Air National Guard, I started working for ABM Onsite Services as the Administrative Assistant. In 2019, 2020 and 2021, IFSH was awarded the IREM Workplace Environment Award for exemplary practices in leadership development, employee engagement, corporate culture and wellness programs.

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Stepping Up in Crisis: EO Members Respond to COVID-19

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Within a few days of 11 September 2001, I purchased plane tickets for optional personal travel. We are also negotiating payment terms with creditors such as landlords, freezing raises, eliminating all but the most essential expenses and exploring a range of other steps. New York City lost so much of its important economic driver, tourism.

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HPA Member Amanda Lannert Inducted into Chicago Innovation Hall of Fame

HPA

As the CEO of Jellyvision , Amanda has been a key figure in driving the company since its founding in 2001. Under her leadership, Jellyvision has become one of Chicago’s fastest growing tech companies. Congratulations to HPA Member Amanda Lannert for being inducted into the Chicago Innovation Hall of Fame!

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10 entrepreneurial superpowers at work in Eastern Europe

Entrepreneurs' Organization

I’ve heard EO members say, “Well, my business tanked in 2001, and I figured it out, so I can figure it out again,” or “I’ve been bankrupt four times. Entrepreneurs are completely undaunted by a negative turn of events. I’m not afraid.”.

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Four Steps to Making Customer Service an Organizational Priority

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Jeff Carruthers founded Resonate in 2001, and has steered the business with a focus on what makes organizations relevant to contemporary customers as well as a keen eye for technical innovation. He joined EO in 2015.

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The Power of Entrepreneurial Community

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Since joining EO in 2001, Bubu Andres has made a mark at all levels of the organization, both as a passionate member of EO Philippines and in various leadership positions. And with our family and EO community together, using our hearts to solve our world’s problems, we face a brighter future!