Revolution

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

This report serves to further illustrate that thesis by breaking down what we look for in what we call “tentpole companies”: local startups that are the standout successes of a community’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Our report concludes with updates from 21 portfolio companies, from San Diego to Buffalo, and many places in between.

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Revolution

DECEMBER 12, 2023

By creating spaces for genuine connection and support, we’re not just enhancing individual well-being; we’re fostering a healthier, more resilient entrepreneurial ecosystem. Our biggest takeaway: founders want more than just growth hacks, they need time to focus on their well-being and connect on a peer-to-peer level.

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Source Link

DECEMBER 1, 2021

I consulted and trained dozens of local economic developers on entrepreneurship ecosystem building efforts, developing a unique understanding of the stereotypes and challenges associated with rural economic development and entrepreneurship ecosystem building. I grew up in a small town in north Iowa—Cedar Falls, to be exact.

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StartupNation

JANUARY 12, 2022

The program includes learning modules, expert coaching, peer networking and a marketplace of tools and solutions. We reached out to Brianna Ellison, director of community engagement for Verizon, as part of our initiative to bring the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready program to Michigan entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners.

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Forward Cities

JULY 25, 2019

The essence of an entrepreneurial ecosystem is its people and the culture of trust and collaboration that allows them to interact successfully. An ecosystem that allows for the fast flow of talent, information, and resources helps entrepreneurs quickly find what they need at each stage of growth.

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Impact Hub

MARCH 6, 2025

How Capsule is supporting young women to build thriving businesses Despite Romania’s growing startup ecosystem, women founders remain disproportionately low. Why women entrepreneurs need more support Despite Romanias growing startup ecosystem, theres a glaring gender gap in entrepreneurship. Starting a business is tough.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

JUNE 20, 2020

Practical Metrics and Methods (Practitioner Edition): Identify and develop better metrics and methods for ecosystem building. In a nutshell : There are many metrics and methods in use in entrepreneurial ecosystem building, but they are not all widely adopted. In fact, many approaches are still emerging. Metrics do that.

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