Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Measurement Part 3: How to Measure

In the first half of our measurement series, we went over the importance of measuring your entrepreneurial ecosystem and how to identify what’s important to measure. In part 3, we dive into the process of how to measure and the variety of tools at your disposal. This piece is part 3 of 4, so keep an eye out for our final article and catch up on part 1 and part 2.

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Five Tips for Supporting Early-Stage Entrepreneurs in the New Year

January is the month for new beginnings and many entrepreneurs start their journey in the new year. For early-stage entrepreneurs, support and guidance are crucial to a successful start. Since the new year is a great time to refresh ourselves, revisit our blog on tips for mentoring and supporting entrepreneurs as you prepare for 2024.

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SourceLink Affiliate & Partner Updates

LED Prepares to Launch New Website

Louisiana Economic Development (LED) recently conducted a soft launch of their brand new website, allowing for an enhanced user experience for Louisiana entrepreneurs. Check out the website and all that LED is offering.

Patrick Luensmann Named Director of UNI JPEC

Congratulations to Patrick Luensmann on his recent appointment as director of the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at University of Northern Iowa! Patrick is part of the leadership team for IASourceLink, which also includes the Iowa Economic Development Authority. Patrick was previously the associate director of the center.

InBIA's Advance Leadership Summit

Are you registered for the International Business Innovation Association’s (InBIA) Advance Leadership Summit on January 29? Experts in leadership will share insights and lead participants through interactive activities to apply the concepts to their own situations. Registration is closed, but InBIA will have their annual conference later this year. Keep an eye on their calendar.

IEDC’s Leadership Summit 2024

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) will hold their 2024 leadership summit February 4-6 in Phoenix, AR. This year’s event will be centered on the theme, ‘Driving Global Collaboration,’ where we will focus on fostering international partnerships and coalitions to address shared challenges from climate change and resiliency to food security and sustainability. Rob Williams will be presenting, so be sure to say hi!

Upcoming Events

U.S. Conference of Mayors 92nd Winter Meeting, January 17 – 19 
AACC’s Workforce Development Institute 2024, January 24 – 26 
ACCE-IEDC Certificate in Workforce Development Fundamentals, January 25
February is Black History Month
February is Library Lovers Month
IEDC’s 2024 Leadership Summit, February 4 
Valentine’s Day, February 14
President’s Day, February 19

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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