Understanding Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Measurement – Part 2
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In part 1 of our measurement series, we established why it’s important to measure your entrepreneurial ecosystem, so now it’s time to dive into what exactly to measure. Check out part 2 of our measurement series for tips and insights on what to look for when measuring success and growth of your entrepreneurial community.
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Hands, Head, and Heart: Professional Development Opportunities for Ecosystem Builders
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While the world of entrepreneurship-led economic development continues to develop, the resources and opportunities for those who champion entrepreneurship have multiplied . With so much to get done in our day-to-day jobs, don’t miss out on these vital opportunities for professional development.
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SourceLink Affiliate & Partner Updates |
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Thank You for Celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week with SourceLink! |
We’d like to thank everyone who registered and attended our Global Entrepreneurship Week webinar, “Impact Storytelling for Effective Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development”. During this insightful session, tremendous lessons were shared by leaders in our field, including Maria Meyers, Tom Chapman, Dr. Lomax R. Campbell, and Cameron Cushman. Be sure to watch the recording here.
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| Denisse Rodríguez Colón selected for CFPB Consumer Advisory Board |
Congratulations to Denisse Rodríguez Colón, Executive Director of Colmena66, who was selected to serve on the Consumer Advisory Board at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). She is the first Puerto Rican living in Puerto Rico that joins any of the CFBP advisory board or councils.
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SBA’s 2023 Innovation Ecosystem Summit |
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will host its third annual Innovation Ecosystem Summit virtually from December 13 – 14. The two-day event will connect accelerators, investors, and organizations that are supporting high-growth tech startups and small businesses throughout the country. You can register here.
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| LED Holds Small Business Summit for Entrepreneurs |
Louisiana Economic Development (LED) hosted the 2023 Louisiana Small Business Summit on October 24, 2023. This event was presented in partnership with Lafayette Economic Development Authority and OneAcadiana to provide business resources and education to small businesses while encouraging them to do business with the State.
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Rob Williams and Mark Burdette Earn Their Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP) Credential
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A hearty congratulations to Rob Williams, SourceLink’s director and IEDC Board Member, and Mark Burdette, program coordinator at SourceLink affiliate, West Virginia BusinessLink, for earning the International Development Council’s (IEDC) Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP) credential. See who else received their credentials and learn more about the EDP certification in our latest blog.
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- National League of Cities City Summit 2023, November 16 - 18
- Thanksgiving, November 23
- Black Friday, November 24
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Small Business Saturday, November 25
- Cyber Monday, November 27
- Giving Tuesday, November 28
- December is National Write a Business Plan Month
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IEDC’s Equitable Economic Development Playbook: Access to Capital for Latino/a Entrepreneurs, December 4
- IEDC Business Retention and Expansion, December 7 – 8.
- SBA’s 2023 Innovation Ecosystem Summit, December 13 – 14.
Visit our Calendar of Entrepreneurship & Economic Development Events to discover more information on these events and other conversations just on the horizon.
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