Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

AUGUST 5, 2019

YLAI Network members Juliana Nieva de Castillo from Tucumán, Argentina and Julio César Bueno Cruz from Cali, Colombia illustrate two forms of social innovation and community support through unique business concepts. Julio commercializes specialty coffees and supports rural farming communities in areas where violent conflict is common.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2022

While it might be tempting to jump right in, it’s important to take the time to evaluate successful outcomes and develop a strategy to achieve your goals. How can your programming be sustainable and live beyond this grant cycle? How can your programming be sustainable and live beyond this grant cycle?

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MARCH 29, 2021

We’re thrilled the SBA goes on to recommend that effective network building must also adopt a data-driven approach , something we’ve been championing with communities via our SourceLink Pro entrepreneurship CRM and decision support system and Resource Navigator technologies. This is critical to long-term sustainability of these networks.

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JUNE 8, 2021

The program aims to place significant financial resources into organizations that wish to be hubs or spokes of entrepreneurship support and ecosystem-building efforts in their communities—particularly those organizations with deep roots in targeting underserved communities. This is critical to long-term sustainability of these networks.

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DECEMBER 7, 2021

The concept of building networks of support, or what has sometimes been referred to as, forging “entrepreneurial ecosystems”, has been a key focus for many advancing the idea that innovation and entrepreneurship will be the future of not just our recovery- but the necessary inclusive pathway for economic advancement and wealth building for all.

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MARCH 30, 2022

However, it’s important to consider what barriers entrepreneurs of color face that may keep them from being able to benefit from investment and support resources. Consider how you can partner with trusted organizations in your community to reach underrepresented groups who need customized support. Make your ecosystem sustainable.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

AUGUST 19, 2020

Here, she learned more about volunteerism and also learned about the United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development. “It Seeing the difference between the two countries and the difference in programming between them,” as well as the emphasis on sustainability, she thought to herself, “why are we not talking about this in Peru?”

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 7, 2019

Starting as a project manager with a background in engineering, Ashna launched YHS to develop and implement community projects supporting the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals through youth empowerment using robotics and innovation. She created the organization out of her passion for social entrepreneurial impact.

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JANUARY 29, 2022

In 2021, we saw new programs and funding opportunities from the EDA and SBA to rebuild, sustain and grow entrepreneurship. At SourceLink, we continued the entrepreneurial ecosystem building work we’re known for while proactively developing ways to bolster this renewed wave of support.

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OCTOBER 13, 2021

and abroad with entrepreneurship at the forefront, it’s more important than ever to rethink and reboot as one global ecosystem to support a more sustainable and equitable world. As the economy continues to recover in the U.S. Global Entrepreneurship Week 2021: November 8-14. Register here: [link].

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

The main thrust of the post is that with YouTube taking a 45% of revenue and talent taking 70% of the remaining revenue, YouTube Networks didn’t have sustainable businesses unless they invested heavily in technology as a tool to increase margin and provide defensibility. margin range to more sustainable 50-60% margin businesses.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Now more than ever, entrepreneurs and small business owners require support from economic developers driving local economies forward. The Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP) certification. The Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP) certification. A partnership to champion entrepreneurs.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2021

To support and accelerate this momentum, the National Entrepreneur Center (NEC) and Orange County Government have partnered with SourceLink, tapping into our consulting services, software solutions and national network to strengthen and build upon the rich tradition of collaboration the NEC and Orlando entrepreneurial ecosystem have forged.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners in Nebraska now have access to a premier network of interconnected support resources that spans the 76,878 square mile state. In fact, many communities start with just one area of focus and develop their program over time to realize economic impact. affiliate, SourceLink Nebraska !

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AsiaTechDaily

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

ESG embodies a company’s commitment to maintaining sustainable business practices, upholding core values, and transparently reporting non-financial performance metrics. Data from the Global Sustainable Investment Alliance highlights a staggering 605% increase in Sustainably-Themed Investing in 2020 compared to 2016.

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AsiaTechDaily

MAY 12, 2023

Register Leading entrepreneurs and investors gathered at the ORIGIN Conference, a side event of the BEYOND International Technology Innovation Expo (BEYOND Expo) 2023, to discuss and emphasize the importance of balancing a sustainable future with business profitability in Southeast Asia. ” said Carrie.

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MARCH 4, 2021

Supporting entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses is key to economic mobility, opportunity and growth. But it's one thing for city leaders to "talk the talk" and quite another to implement a strategy that will spark and sustain entrepreneurship.

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APRIL 14, 2021

As we foster the development of entrepreneurial ecosystems, it’s important to design them to level the playing field for women. According to the National Minority Supplier Development Council, minority-owned businesses collect $1.4 SourceLink offers resources and support to help you do just that. Plenty of initiative.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Innovators Hernann Zabala Naoumov, 2018 YLAI Fellow, and Antonio Mendoza, 2016 YLAI Fellow, co-founded EnerGea , a social enterprise aimed at increasing energy efficiency and reducing pollution and energy consumption through sustainable technology. From there, they founded EnerGea. Courtesy of Antonio Mendoza. Turning away from corruption.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 6, 2021

Who better to move our world forward toward greater sustainability than today’s greatest innovators? . When we heard about the EO’s initiative to support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals , we felt on the right path. How does Amber Media support it?

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MAY 18, 2021

Brand positioning is the process of putting your brand in the mind of your customers and organization supporters. Brand reputation and loyalty play a key role in sustained belief in high quality, so this does take time to cultivate, but it will result in further customer loyalty and overall interest. Differentiation .

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 5, 2023

In a world where constant change and the need for sustainable solutions are more urgent than ever, young entrepreneurs emerge as the driving force behind innovation and progress — as demonstrated by the winners of EO’s 2023 Global Student Entrepreneur Awards. However, developing solutions and sponsoring comprehensive change takes time.

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OCTOBER 26, 2021

Some have been using this time to develop their business plans and launch their own companies.”. Microenterprise Collaborative has helped to create or support over 21,000 jobs in 2020, and is on track to achieve their 2021 goals, according to the report. SourceLink is here to help you support the entrepreneurs in your community.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 5, 2020

Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) is proud to support International Women’s Day (IWD), which celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political contributions of women. What specific ways are you supporting gender equality in your business and your community?

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

DECEMBER 31, 2019

2/ The massive experiment in using capital as a moat to build startups into sustainable businesses has now played out and we can call it a failure for the most part. The losers in the 2010s were lower middle class and middle class people in the developed world whose incomes stagnated or fell. 8/ The rich got richer this decade.

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DECEMBER 1, 2021

During my tenure with the local University I worked with economic developers all across Iowa, from Sioux City to Davenport and a great many small but mighty communities in-between: Grinnell, Parkersburg, Webster City and Lamoni to name a few. Entrepreneurial development in rural areas is needed now more than ever.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 31, 2024

Over the past 20 years, Aldea Home & Baby has blossomed into a cornerstone for stylish, sustainable furnishings in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and online. Here’s how, with the support of the EO community, I found new ways to work and began to truly gain traction in my business’s success.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JUNE 2, 2022

The theme for this summit is “Building a Sustainable, Resilient, and Equitable Future,” which responds to the hemisphere’s most pressing issues, including the COVID-19 pandemic, threats to democracy, the climate crisis, and a lack of equitable access to opportunities. . By Jewelle Saunders.

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Startup Blogpost

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

What Role Do Partnerships Play in New Business Development? To provide insights into the role of partnerships in new business development, we asked 13 CEOs and Founders for their expert advice. On one hand, Shopify allows us to better support our customers on Shopify thanks to the resources available to us as a partner.

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

I have been investing in developer tools since the earliest days of my VC career. But that did not cool my interest in developer tools. I have always believed that supporting the people who build software is a great business and it is. It was a text-based editor for PCs. Brief was eclipsed by other better editors.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Integral to the Entrepreneurs’ Organization’s core beliefs is our commitment to making a positive difference in the world—exemplified by our pledge to support the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Read more about EO’s support of the UN SDGs.

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Source Link

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Creating strong inclusive ecosystems of support for entrepreneurs is key to a community’s economic success, however sharing collective impact can be challenging.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MAY 9, 2022

The company offers technical support for recycling and the creation of urban gardens in Haiti. 2022 YLAI Fellow Nikita Legall is the managing director of Tropical Hives , a sustainable development company that produces honey and its byproducts. Smile Urban Farm and Recycling Center (SUFARC) in Haiti. Thank you Wilnes and Nikita!

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AsiaTechDaily

AUGUST 10, 2023

Launched in 2006, Pangyo Techno Valley has evolved across its three phases, fostering a collaborative ecosystem comprising businesses, support entities, and national government involvement. The Gyeonggi Business & Science Accelerator (GBSA) actively scouts startups within game development, information security, and big data sectors.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Explore Constant Contextual Calibration Ethan King (EO Atlanta) developed an innovative method for maintaining mental health while keeping up with the overwhelming pace of entrepreneurship. Wearables like Oura rings track energy levels 24 hours a day, so you can develop the best possible routine for your wellbeing,” said Chantel Cohen.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Currently, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are in the midst of restructuring and adapting to the restrictions on our work in the country; the intention is to use virtual platforms to carry out our purpose and we have been doing so through online conferences and collaborative remote work. I think that’s a clear example of my growth.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In the world of biotech, for example, it’s extremely capital intensive to develop multiple products that are all going through clinical trials simultaneously. A better approach would be to focus on a lead program — a single product that they can take through various stages of development, ultimately leading to FDA approval.

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