Blog Posts

What are the pathways that successful entrepreneurs pursue to move from start up to successful high-growth venture?  Do they seem to be changing in our current marketplace? If you are
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To some extent, the jury is still out on how American small businesses will fare under the new policies of the Trump Administration.  Yet it’s also the case that the
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I’ve been a long time Board member and strong supporter of the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN), one of the world’s leading champions for innovators and entrepreneurs around the globe.  Among
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I recently learned about an excellent workforce training tool—the Occupational Licensing Dashboard—developed and supported by the Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank.  Short-term credentials and occupational licenses, such as for physical therapy
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I remain a huge fan of crowdfunding, especially in rural regions, where it can offer a financial lifeline to business owners and help to build more supportive community networks.  However,
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While I still remain something of a skeptic about the effectiveness of the Opportunity Zone program, I also recognize that is one of the few Federal tools still available to
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Like most of us, entrepreneurs often prefer to learn via stories.  Instead of taking a Marketing 101 class, they might better learn from a fellow entrepreneur telling how she developed
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As we head into the busy holiday shopping season, it’s helpful to get a better picture of what’s happening with America’s Main Street businesses. Thankfully, the Main Street America is
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It’s early November and, for many Americans, it’s time to think about the turkey and other treats for Thanksgiving celebrations.  It’s also time to get ready for Global Entrepreneurship Week,
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