Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

How entrepreneurs are building resilience in their communities. Learn how other #YLAIStrong entrepreneurs are building their resilience and strengthening their businesses in the face of adversity. By Shannon Courtney. Communities, economies and trade benefit from strong businesses that have learned to weather unexpected challenges.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 8, 2014

” It’s the most common refrain I hear from investors and even entrepreneurs these days. Let me start with the obvious baseline that most people probably know instinctively: Los Angeles is the 3rd largest technology startup ecosystem in the US. “There’s something going on in LA.”

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 8, 2024

In EO, we celebrate the remarkable women entrepreneurs who have shattered glass ceilings and are now paying it forward to pave the way for future generations of female founders to rise. Our goal is to help increase the number of entrepreneurial startups led by women and increase the number of women in early-stage investing.”

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 2, 2023

But entrepreneurship is a challenging journey, no matter where you are in the world. In addition, are you familiar with the financial metrics entrepreneurs must know ? Establishing a network: Language barriers, cultural differences, and a disorganized startup ecosystem can make networking in Vietnam seem impossible.

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Source Link

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Entrepreneurs are a hardy breed. From grocery delivery to working from home and online schooling, everyone was asked to adapt like an entrepreneur. Entrepreneurship-led job creation. This differs from patterns we’ve seen in previous recessions, where startup job creation remains relatively stable in recessionary years.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 6, 2020

Like the downturns in 2008 and 2001, this has been a very trying time for entrepreneurs running startups. Many entrepreneurs are reliant on outside funding, whether angel investors, venture capitalists or strategic investors , to keep the venture going. A startup is not a lone adventure. Remember that you are not alone.

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APRIL 14, 2021

Throughout history there are numerous success stories of female entrepreneurs, yet women continue to face a number of challenges when starting and growing their businesses. Despite an overall decline in entrepreneurship in the United States, women are still responsible for the launch of a large portion of business startups in recent years.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 14, 2021

At EO, we’re committed to helping entrepreneurs at every stage achieve their full potential. One way we encourage and support young entrepreneurs is through the EO Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) , EO’s premier competition for college and university students who own and operate a business. Apply to GSEA NOW!

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Entrepreneurs thrive on adversity: We identify problems, create solutions, and hear the word “no” as a challenge. That rings especially true for Saichelle McNeill, an EO Charlotte member whose remarkable journey of entrepreneurship is a testament to the power of determination and the importance of second chances.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Over the past three years, there has been a marked increase in the number of women pursuing entrepreneurship, with an estimated 40 percent of new businesses in the United States started by women. Widespread layoffs during the pandemic contributed to an initial rise in female entrepreneurship in 2020, along with the need for flexibility.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 8, 2025

Two entrepreneurs share their experiences building a strong team followed by an outline of key areas to know. Building a startup is an exhilarating journey, but the road to success is rarely a solo endeavor. While great ideas can be the catalyst for success, the team behind the idea truly drives a startup forward.

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NZ Entrepreneur

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Maria King’s governance career has focused on supporting and building innovative new businesses, so when she undertook the Institute of Directors ’ Advanced Directors Course (ADC) , she was delighted to see a section on startup governance included. King says many participants on the ADC course had taken different paths into governance.

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Paul G. Silva

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0). Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0). Culture in Action: A Story from Valley Venture Mentors Let me share how this played out at Valley Venture Mentors (VVM), a nonprofit startup accelerator I helped lead. It seemed logicalbetter matching would help entrepreneurs succeed, right? ” In BE 2.0,

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 15, 2020

Before diving into entrepreneurship, wouldn’t it be ideal to tap into the knowledge of experienced, thriving business owners for advice on failure-proofing a new business? Learn from entrepreneurs both in your immediate market and outside of it. marketplace. Find your mentor. Embrace vulnerability. “I

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Revolution

MARCH 26, 2025

Each of these represents a significant governmental effort to strengthen American competitiveness by affirming the idea that cities can be renewed and rise again if they develop a vibrant startup culture. Post-AOL, I dedicated myself to backing and supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs as Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Revolution.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 14, 2025

Upon launching their startup, entrepreneurs soon learn that optimizing their valuable time is critical for meeting their business goals and moving their company forward. In the first days of their startup, the founder drives progress; at times, the challenges may be overwhelming.

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Venture Well

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Download a free stress test to identify your startup's vulnerabilities and brainstorm contingency plans. The post Startup Horror Stories: Scary Situations Entrepreneurs Can Avoid With Stress Tests appeared first on VentureWell. Frightened to fail? Face your fears!

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Paul G. Silva

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0). Breaking the “Impossible” at VVM When I was at Valley Venture Mentors, we set this BHAG: “In ten years, catalyze entrepreneurs to change the economy of Western Massachusetts by generating $1 billion in cumulative revenue and investment.” Rethink It.

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Venture Well

MAY 19, 2020

The post the six biggest challenges faced by student entrepreneurs appeared first on VentureWell. We fund some of the nation’s top university students dedicating their time to inventing something new. Here are the top six challenges they typically face.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 22, 2015

We started hanging out a bit and discussing technology and entrepreneurship. After seeing Chamillionaire interact with several entrepreneurs both at events and as an investor I started introducing him to startups in an advisory capacity. Startup Lessons' So if you don’t know, now you know … Cham & Nsilo.

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American Entrepreneurship

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In support of military Veteran-founded startups, the Fund focuses on space, AI, and cybersecurity leveraging a veteran’s leadership. Miliary veterans possess attributes, experience, and skills that can be well-applied to entrepreneurship through leadership and knowledge of technology.

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Venture Well

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

An ecosystem of resources helped him grow into an entrepreneur. The post It Takes An Innovation Ecosystem To Grow a Student Entrepreneur appeared first on VentureWell. Angel Teagle was a student at Elizabeth City State University with an idea that would become Car Seat Companion.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 22, 2024

Contrary to the glamorous façade often portrayed on social media, entrepreneurship is far from a leisurely stroll through the park. Guiding your startup to success demands much more than dreaming up a brilliant concept, launching a captivating social media campaign, and crossing your fingers that magic will happen. Their experience.

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American Entrepreneurship

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Innovative entrepreneurs have an opportunity to obtain funding and resources in an upcoming cohort. Entrepreneurs with innovative ideas utilizing NEC’s technologies and businesses can move their ventures forward into seed-ready startups upon acceptance into NEC’s Elev X! Venture Studio.

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Paul G. Silva

JANUARY 21, 2025

Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0). When I co-founded Valley Venture Mentors (VVM), we created this vision: “Catalyze entrepreneurs to change the economy of western Massachusetts.” ” Six years later, we were named us one of America’s top 100 startup accelerators. What is Vision?

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Startup Blogpost

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Kristin Marquet, Founder, Tech/Analytics/PR Expert, Academic Finance Background, Marquet Media Kristin, can you tell us a bit about yourself and your journey to becoming an expert in the startup world, especially focusing on the intersection of digital marketing, health and wellness, and parenting? to support female entrepreneurs.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Today marks the start of Global Entrepreneurship Week, an annual initiative that shines a light not only on the value entrepreneurs bring to our communities and global economy, but also the importance of building infrastructures that make it easier for them to start and scale their businesses. SourceLink? Orange County Mayor Jerry L.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 4, 2023

We asked EO members to look ahead in 2023 and identify trends they see for entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship overall. We asked them to share the skills, mindset or tools that entrepreneurs would be wise to adopt to meet the moment. Conscious entrepreneurship and adaptability. Opportunity for startups.

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Source Link

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Individuals who had never considered launching a startup began creating businesses out of a combination of necessity and opportunity. 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. Register here: [link].

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 21, 2025

Two prominent entrepreneurs share their views on starting a business plus 10 tips every first-time founder should have. A founders journey when taking on the challenge of launching a startup is filled with highs and lows.Their path to success will have challenges, setbacks, and moments of doubt.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

At EO, we celebrate entrepreneurs every day. But with Women’s Entrepreneurship Day taking place this week, we’re directing our applause to all the entrepreneurs who are women! Host and EO member Kalika Yap launched the podcast as a way to share stories that empower women entrepreneurs to change the world. Listen here.

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This is going to be BIG.

APRIL 14, 2014

It also doesn''t take into consideration many important factors: One, venture backed companies are a tiny hiccup in the grand scheme of entrepreneurship. That''s a much better picture of female entrepreneurship than the 2-4% of venture capital dollars going to women. That, statistically, is true. later in their careers.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 28, 2025

” Andreese n provides insight into how an entrepreneur pitching for funding should approach investors. Investors want to understand the problem or pain point the startup addresses to gain their investment. Market Opportunity: Size and Growth Potential Investors want to know that your startup has the potential for big growth.

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This is going to be BIG.

JULY 16, 2014

Rather than using my investors as an excuse to be short-sighted and screw over the first entrepreneur that works in the door, I need to balance their need for return with the long term viability and reputation of the fund and the firm. Here''s what I am not: I am not necessarily an entrepreneur''s friend.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 5, 2023

It’s Small Business Week in the US, April 30 – May 6, a time to celebrate entrepreneurs and startups for their big ideas and their unrelenting drive to bring them into reality. It’s also an ideal opportunity for entrepreneurs to share experience, inspiration, and the challenges you’ve overcome to make your business a success.

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Source Link

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. One key aspiration was driving job creation and attracting young adults to the area by providing more support for entrepreneurs, innovators and small businesses.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Eight components to successfully scaling a startup are presented in this article. Many entrepreneurs aim to create businesses that succeed in the short term but also have the growth potential to scale and thrive in the long run. Advantages of Technology Integration Technology plays a pivotal role in creating scalable startups.

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