Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JANUARY 14, 2021

In recognition of International Anti-Corruption Day on December 9, 2020, YLAI Network members joined a conversation with nine YLAI Fellowship alumni from a variety of countries and specialties on the YLAI Network Facebook page to discuss what leadership and integrity means to them. What makes a good leader? Reward principles.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Driven by a desire to help people from a young age, YLAI 2018 Fellow Janeel Boon aims to empower others to see their leadership ability within themselves. Otherwise, what I want to do is to help people realize their leadership ability and to encourage them. By Jewelle Saunders. Kitts and Nevis, Janeel came from humble beginnings.

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This is going to be BIG.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

You just have to outrun the slowest camper—and in the world of online thought leadership, there are a lot of slow campers. Who she could convince to sit down with her would say something about her network and access. If you can’t, you need to train that muscle better and do some network-building. It is very true what they say.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 23, 2020

They realized their collective global network was their biggest strength and decided to start from there. Together, they created a campaign, named their project MillionLives.org , reached out to their network, started a Go Fund Me campaign and within a week raised over US$100,000. They are leveraging their connections.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 26, 2024

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to join the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), the world’s largest membership network formed exclusively by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs everywhere? Fast-track your leadership journey on the EO Path of Leadership. If you’re a new EO member, congratulations!

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 3, 2025

Additionally, Culina Health plans to expand its leadership team with key hires to further strengthen its impact in the digital health space. Culina Health achieves this by offering a nationwide network of registered dietitians.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Business: Identify and access networks and resources that will help create sustainable business value for the organization and our members 4. Leadership: Enable transformational leadership that can drive sustainable change in the world. Planet: Using resources efficiently to reduce environmental footprint.

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Source Link

MARCH 29, 2021

While it appears the SBA will be applying this approach to the existing SBA-funded national network such as SBDCs, SCORE and Women Business Centers, the announcement indicates a new funding opportunity will soon open for states, tribes, units of local governments and other nonprofit organizations.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Déborah spoke with the YLAI Network about her journey transforming theater in Peru, the way in which her diagnosis provided her with creative understanding, and her advice to create more inclusive organizations. D éborah’s aim for the future of CAPAZ involves establishing a physical space to network and hold workshops for the community.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 3, 2024

Leadership Award presented at Awards Gala and Collaboration with G-Unity Foundation Announced Rapper Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson received the NFTE Entrepreneurial Leadership Award at the NFTE Entrepreneurial Spirit Awards gala on May 1st in New York City.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

APRIL 12, 2022

Share the quiz with your network and challenge your friends and family and see who knows more about these key concepts! . Qualifying photos will be displayed on the YLAI Network social media channels and at the Los Angeles-based Summit of the Americas. Leadership Skills & Development. Leadership Skills & Development.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 2, 2023

From navigating complex regulations and securing funding to connecting with and growing a network, entrepreneurs in Vietnam face a unique set of challenges as they build their businesses: Access to capital: Securing funding for a new business can be elusive, particularly for startups.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 5, 2025

Networking Opportunities and Connections One of the most valuable benefits of one-on-one mentoring is the network and connections that come with it. Experienced mentors often have an extensive network of contacts theyve built over the years. Leverage Your Network : Start by tapping into your personal and professional network.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

In 2019, the program was expanded in each of Ecuador’s provinces, providing “mini master’s degrees” in entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership. He encourages YLAI Network members that “having a tough skin when people say no, continuing to learn how to make yourself stronger, and not giving up are my keys to success.

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Source Link

APRIL 1, 2022

They’d like to see us continue spotlighting best practices and community success stories in our newsletter and on socials, so please be sure to follow us on Twitter , Facebook and LinkedIn for the latest and greatest from our network! All things SourceLink was the theme of our March 17 SourceLink Affiliate Quarterly Conversation.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 27, 2020

McKinsey studies have also shown that companies with diverse leadership outperform their peers. Additionally, “our executive team actively works to expand our network beyond typical connections. To enhance diversity at his organization, Lopes says his staff began by defining what diversity means to them. Diversity is no exception.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 26, 2020

Through the EO network, I connected with EO members Lara Zimmerman (Netherlands), David Bijiker (Amsterdam) and Krzysztof Zdanowski (Poland) to orchestrate what would have been a once-in-a-lifetime itinerary. MyEO gave me the platform to expand my EO connections to people around the globe with common interests, networks and abilities.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

DECEMBER 18, 2019

The YLAI Network interviewed Marcos to learn more about his various organizations, his advice to network members, and his entrepreneurial spirit. With Digital Footprint, we networked for our students and taught them digital literacy. How has the YLAI network helped you in managing and growing your organizations?

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Hunter Walk

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

’ In addition to hustle and one’s existing network, I’m always interested in whether or not a ‘needle magnet’ is being built alongside the other efforts to find startups. This post is about ‘seeing.’ What’s my needle magnet definition? and related, of increasing importance.

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Source Link

AUGUST 9, 2021

SourceLink® was selected to survey and inventory the region’s primarily nonprofit, education and governmental support resources for entrepreneurship and produce finding reports and visual representations of the available resource network.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Leaders can build a company on an innovative business plan, a strong network, and effective marketing, but there are a few other key actions they might not consider that contribute to their sustained success. Steps to prioritize accountability in your leadership. Many factors contribute to why leaders find success.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The YLAI Network spoke with Janese to learn more about her goals for her community and how adaptability in the global pandemic has impacted her reach. Establishing a network. I have access to a wealth of knowledge and resources and a huge network of entrepreneurs and other professionals,” she says. government.

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NZ Entrepreneur

MARCH 18, 2025

Taking place in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington, the premiere event will present pioneers in business, innovation and leadership, including innovative founders Brianne West , Nadia Lim , Sam Stubbs , Iyia Liu , special guest Dan Carter and more. said Brianne. Dan Carter, former New Zealand rugby player.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 21, 2025

The Good Soil Movement empowers entrepreneurs through a powerful mix of networking, funding, and resources tailored for growth. The Good Soil Forum tackles this issue head-on, providing financial tools, mentorship, and a network of supporters committed to helping businesses flourishespecially in undercapitalized communities.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 12, 2024

It strengthened my belief in the power of mentorship and the cohesive, supportive nature of the EO network. The depth of learning I gained from the students! .” – Arshad Bholim, EO Uganda What leadership lessons or inspiration did you gain? “I

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 18, 2021

The EO Global Leadership Conference (GLC) is a two-day, intensive training conference for EO members who volunteer to be leaders in their chapter or region. The high-caliber leadership content and unique experience of networking with other leaders make GLC one of the top entrepreneurial conferences of the year.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 5, 2020

Beyond this, I think women who are able to channel their emotional intelligence into leadership can truly thrive and push past their competitors. What trends or changes do you predict will take place as younger women assume leadership roles and launch businesses?

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Maven’s performance network of 475+ fertility clinics is integrated with their virtual experience. ” The post Maven Clinic’s Series F Round Supports its Leadership in Women’s and Family Health appeared first on American Entrepreneurship Today®. Families have improved outcomes, while employers see cost-savings.

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A VC: Musings of a VC in NYC

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

I have had the great pleasure of working with Matt Blumberg and the senior leadership team of USV’s former portfolio company Return Path (which was sold in 2019) for much of the last twenty years. If you are any of the above and want to engage with the Bolster network, you can sign up here. The full marketplace will launch soon.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 2, 2021

Access the YLAI Network’s workbooks on responsible leadership and partnerships and allyship to learn more about the forms of biases and their impact. Biases can affect our behavior and treatment of others, hiring of qualified candidates, and respect for employees and partners in the work environment. Education is key.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Here’s what they shared: EO Global Leadership Conference (GLC) and MyEO Women Summit. “It’s It’s been great being back together, especially with other leaders at EO’s Global Leadership Conference (GLC), where we learned together in our respective tracks and also learned from great speakers.

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This is going to be BIG.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Opening up our circle to create and scale genuine engagement for people outside of typical venture networks is how we do business—and we’re getting exceptional deal flow because of that. You passed on investing in my company but you still made an investment in my leadership and I'm deeply appreciative.”

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Contributed by Rob Cross , professor of global leadership at Babson College, cofounder and research director of the Connected Commons business consortium, and author of Beyond Collaboration Overload: How to Work Smarter, Get Ahead, and Restore Your Well-Being. What is dysfunctional collaboration?

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NZ Entrepreneur

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The immersive three-and-a-half-day programme is based around three key themes – board leadership, cultural intelligence and climate awareness. The insights are permeating my work ongoing and the expanded network has already opened the door for a number of business opportunities. It’s not a one and done. Absolutely!”

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 2, 2019

By hosting the IES, EO aims to create momentum among leading entrepreneurs from around the world and incite connections with key stakeholders from the broader UN SDGs ecosystem—forming a network of connections that will empower business leaders to contribute in solving pressing global challenges. SDG 5 – Gender Equality. •

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Revolution

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

How They Do It: Customers can own and maintain their own hardware or tap into Hidden Levels global sensor network, which uses existing infrastructure like rooftops and cell towers to blanket urban airspace.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 8, 2023

. — Annika Launay, EO Queensland, CEO of Franc.World Equal Representation At The Top Seeing more women on boards of top organizations and in political leadership roles would have a significant impact on entrepreneurship for women.

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