Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JUNE 25, 2024

A SPOTLIGHT ON REGIONAL INNOVATION In a significant achievement, the North Central Regional Planning and Development Commission, in collaboration with Ben Franklin CNP and key educational institutions, secured a $400,000 Strategic Development Grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration.

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Paul G. Silva

JUNE 14, 2023

Unruly Studios Unruly Splats are the only STEM education tool that combines high-quality coding learning with a social and active play experience. Achieving the wow factor, our facility is literally a smile factory using new ways to gamify skydiving and immerse guests in parachute simulations amongst educational skydiving museum exhibit.

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Impact Hub

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Ahead of this year’s Global Climate Strike (20-27 September) and the Global Goals Week (21-30 September), the Impact Hub network is launching its 2019 Global Impact Report. The members surveyed said that being part of such a network had helped them to: Feel part of a larger community: 84%. About Impact Hub Network.

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Angel Capital Association

JUNE 25, 2021

By: Linda Smith, ACA Chair Emeritus This November, the Global Business Angels Network (GBAN) Annual Meeting will participate as part of the global effort to unify people and ideas to rebuild our economies by empowering healthier entrepreneurship ecosystems around the world.

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Impact Hub

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

We strive to give them tools to succeed with our support programs and a strong network of 16,500 people throughout 59 countries. We at Impact Hub advocate for better policies and funding, we make education and financial and non-financial resources accessible to impact ventures around the world.

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Impact Hub

JUNE 14, 2022

That’s why we are currently on a mission to mainstream circular principles across our global network. Line Didelot: ANKAA Project is a non-profit organisation that stands for equitable pathways to education and employment. Line Didelot: I enjoyed the networking opportunities and the possibility to connect with other inspiring ventures.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 17, 2024

“Powered by NJEDA’s Strategic Innovation Center program, NJFAST aims to make New Jersey a national leader in fintech and insuretech by supporting innovation, which will help empower startups and drive the creation of new technologies that in turn will create jobs and support long-term, sustainable economic growth across the state.”

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Angel Capital Association

JANUARY 26, 2023

ACA members and groups enjoy unprecedented education and networking opportunities, brought to them by the trusted authority in angel investing. 2023 promises to be another exciting year, with new educational opportunities, additional networking and community building events.

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Angel Capital Association

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

AIF’s established mission is to advance the art and science of angel investing to accelerate innovation and economic growth. Education To date, the generous contributions of Ann and Bill Payne have been instrumental in helping us elevate Angel University to a “best in class” status. Thank you to those who have donated thus far.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 12, 2024

Building on this experience, he is excited to work with SMU students, faculty, and the broader community to foster the acceleration of entrepreneurial spirit, new innovation and venture creation, and economic growth in the North Texas region. SMU Cox is accredited by AACSB.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 2, 2024

From HAX to the Princeton AI Hub, to the Helix and Edge Works, New Jersey’s innovation story is evolving and our investment in the field will lead to long-term, sustainable economic growth.” Having a physical location where entrepreneurs can collaborate will help support new, diverse innovators and drive long-term economic growth.

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Impact Hub

JUNE 11, 2019

Many of our events and programming are focused on our impact areas: sustainability, education, and innovation. With a huge network of members and our dedicated Impact Partners we see a really bright future for Impact Hubs across Hawaii. . One of the many events held in the Lounge at the Impact Hub Honolulu, located in Kakaako.

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Angel Capital Association

JANUARY 8, 2024

Over the last few years, we have been supported by our dedicated volunteer and professional staff to continue to offer better member experience, expanded our professionalized education programs and continued to be the voice for protections and incentives for angel investors in the public policy arena.

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American Entrepreneurship

JULY 21, 2024

“The investment approved by our Board today adds to the NJIEF’s momentum and exemplifies the state’s commitment to supporting up-and-coming women-owned companies and entrepreneurs,” said NJEDA Chief Economic Transformation Officer Kathleen Coviello. “By Bullpen Management, LLC is one of the 14 QVFs approved to date to access up to $12.5

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American Entrepreneurship

JULY 19, 2024

“The investment approved by our Board today adds to the NJIEF’s momentum and exemplifies the state’s commitment to supporting up-and-coming women-owned companies and entrepreneurs,” said NJEDA Chief Economic Transformation Officer Kathleen Coviello. “By Bullpen Management, LLC is one of the 14 QVFs approved to date to access up to $12.5

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 24, 2024

The ScaleUP Capacity Building Cohort is an intensive learning program that bridges the gap between capacity-building tools and resources for minority business enterprises (MBEs) and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (SEDIs).

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StartupNation

APRIL 29, 2021

Goldman Sachs and the Goldman Sachs Foundation launched the 10,000 Small Businesses initiative to help entrepreneurs create jobs and economic growth by providing them with greater access to business education, financial capital and business support services.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JUNE 25, 2024

A SPOTLIGHT ON REGIONAL INNOVATION In a significant achievement, the North Central Regional Planning and Development Commission, in collaboration with Ben Franklin CNP and key educational institutions, secured a $400,000 Strategic Development Grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration.

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Andreessen Horowitz

OCTOBER 16, 2023

We believe growth is progress – leading to vitality, expansion of life, increasing knowledge, higher well being. We agree with Paul Collier when he says, “Economic growth is not a cure-all, but lack of growth is a kill-all.” We believe everything good is downstream of growth. We believe in adventure.

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Angel Capital Association

JUNE 7, 2021

We will grow the angel investor community by expanding our strategic work in four key areas: Community Networking. Education & Smart Practices. Community Networking Why it matters: Powerful and diverse networks of angels facilitate efficient, profitable, and equitable investments. Data Analytics & Insights.

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Impact Hub

MAY 23, 2024

Impact Hub Network Global team Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp Energía Vectorial , is dedicated to transforming urban mobility across Latin America through cutting-edge electric vehicle (EV) conversion technologies. This shift promotes a sustainable alternative to fossil fuel reliance and encourages cleaner urban environments.

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Impact Hub

MAY 13, 2021

From healthcare to education, agriculture, and engineering, meet the resilient entrepreneurs who are creating a positive impact on their local communities as well as national economies and contributing to the country’s post-pandemic economic recovery during these incredibly tough times. .

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Impact Hub

APRIL 1, 2022

For the first one – jobs -, a network called ‘Migration Friendly Employers’ was created. The Network’s aim was mainly centered in strengthening the workforce of the West Midlands by creating a robust infrastructure which offers ongoing support and increases contact between communities in the workplace.

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Impact Hub

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The partnership integrates the STARTER and ZALET programmes, focusing on training, mentoring, and personalised support to empower individuals, stimulate economic growth, and create resilient communities. This partnership aims not only to empower individuals but also to stimulate economic growth.

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Impact Hub

APRIL 22, 2022

Female leadership and entrepreneurial potential remain – no doubts – an untapped source of economic growth that should be further encouraged and supported. EWA is one of the projects supported by EIT Food, which focus on supporting female entrepreneurs through education, network building, and dedicated programme resources.

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Tomasz Tunguz

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

The advances pioneered by Bell have created 100 years of massive economic growth: the Internet, digital communication, semiconductors for the US. Sometimes startups build empowering innovations by commercializing research from universities - OpenFlow networking is powering companies like BigSwitch.

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Impact Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

In addition, the Covid-19 pandemic not only exposed our social and economic systematic weaknesses but unleashed a human development crisis. The pandemic hit hard on the fundamental tripod of human development – income, health, and education – and inequality has sky-rocketed. Impact Hub Global Retreat 2021.

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Impact Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

In addition, the Covid-19 pandemic not only exposed our social and economic systematic weaknesses but unleashed a human development crisis. The pandemic hit hard on the fundamental tripod of human development – income, health, and education – and inequality has sky-rocketed. Impact Hub Global Retreat 2021.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

I wish the small business ecosystem had something equivalent to the angel investor networks that support technology startups. The driving force of economic growth for the US is gains in productivity driven by calculated risk-takers, passionate entrepreneurs and disruptive innovation. Buddy Palmer. Eric Parker. Jordan Walbesser.

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Andreessen Horowitz

MARCH 5, 2024

It feels to me having gone through that and then having gone through, also, the intelligence community, which also embraces the internet and a lot of the network technologies, it feels like we’re in a bit of a doctrine shift now that when new technologies come we are more afraid of them than wanting to get ahead of them.

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Derek Sivers

JANUARY 20, 2014

Since the late 1990s, Vietnam has had one of the highest economic growth rates in the world. This rapid growth created a highly entrepreneurial environment where everyone seems to have a second or third business on the side. Strong family networks define the career and social lives of many Vietnamese.

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Impact Hub

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Participants included Sònia Flotats, journalist specialized in sustainability and creator of the fashion and sustainable trends magazine So Good So Cute ; Anna Badia, promoter of regenerative agriculture and Llorenç Witty, workshop leader and educator on the ecosocial transition. . For more inspiring stories like this, head to our blog.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

These kinds of restrictions have hindered women from having the kind of financial mobility that they require to be able to contribute equally to the economic growth of the country.” . Traditionally, ROSCAs are formed within communities, for example among family members, friends or neighbors.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 14, 2025

The Builder Platform serves to drive NSF Engines through support networks and curated entry points for corporations, philanthropists, investors, and other potential partners energizing innovation ecosystems.

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Impact Hub

DECEMBER 2, 2020

.” This Health crisis could reverse women’s economic gains achieved over the last few decades unless we act purposefully now. . Over the last 15 years, the Impact Hub network has supported more than 30,000 impact-driven enterprises in 55+ countries across all inhabited continents.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 31, 2021

Tech companies have spent the past decade or more developing innovations that can be applied to old-world industries like agriculture, construction, energy, education, manufacturing and transportation and logistics. A focus there will be on disadvantaged communities that haven’t had access to clean energy investments.

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David Teten VC

AUGUST 30, 2021

National and local governmental organizations who are interested in promoting economic growth and job creation , and particularly want to see a thriving tech ecosystem generating high-paid jobs. . Some examples: The African Diaspora Network (ADN). GlobalScot Network. Many countries’ governments (Canada, France, etc.)

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