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Today, on International Youth Day, we celebrate the immense potential of young people worldwide. They are not just the leaders of tomorrow, but the changemakers of today. In a world grappling with challenges like climate change and economic inequality, innovative solutions are crucial. Youth entrepreneurship plays a vital role by transforming ideas into impactful ventures, generating jobs, fostering economic growth, and addressing societal needs. With the right support, today's youth can steer us towards a sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous future. To all young entrepreneurs, keep pushing boundaries, challenging norms, and believing in the power of your dreams. The world greatly values your energy, creativity, and resilience now more than ever. Happy International Youth Day! Let's empower youth to lead the way in shaping the future through entrepreneurship. #InternationalYouthDay2024 #FinsmartHub

Breaking Barriers and Building Futures: The Evolution of Women Entrepreneurs in Maryland "Entrepreneurship is a marathon, not a sprint, especially for women. As Dr. Tammira Lucas pointed out, it's not just about talking—it's about action and accountability." This was the energy behind the powerful panel discussion featuring: Jasmine A. Clemons Martha P. Jimenez. M.B.A. Samantha Scott, PhD Moderated by Dr. Tammira Lucas Key Insights from the Discussion: 1️⃣ Access to Capital Remains a Barrier Women-led businesses, especially minority-owned, face significant funding gaps. Strategies like grant opportunities, pitch competitions, and leveraging innovative tax incentives (e.g., Maryland's biotech tax credit) were highlighted as ways to bridge the gap. 2️⃣ Support Networks and Ecosystems Matter A thriving ecosystem is built on collaboration. Programs like accelerators and incubators provide not just resources but also connection, breaking the isolation many women entrepreneurs face. 3️⃣ Balancing Life and Leadership Childcare and eldercare challenges disproportionately affect women entrepreneurs. Advocacy for policy changes and creative business solutions, like co-working spaces with childcare, are essential to alleviate this burden. The panelists inspired action with their stories and strategies, reminding us that the journey of entrepreneurship is about perseverance, innovation, and community. 💡 What does a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem look like to you? How can we better support women entrepreneurs in Maryland? Let’s keep this vital conversation going! Share your thoughts below. #TEDCOExpo #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship programs offered through financial institutions is an innovative approach to business expansion and community engagement. Studies show that half of the start ups in the US are founded by women. This means there’s already an identified need for entrepreneurship education. If your financial institution is interested in innovation and community engagement through entrepreneurial education, contact me today. #Financialinstitutions #Finance #entrepreneurship #innovation #communityengagement

The journey is yours to take and the goal is yours to set. Every entrepreneur's story is different and yours will always matter. There are three things that we believe in taking note of: Transformation, Inclusivity and Diversity. The entrepreneurial climate is perpetually shifting and growing, and we aim to guide that change for the better, in ways that develop our youth, our women and our diverse-abled. The Trialogue Business in Society Conference is not just an event. It’s a platform – one where we’re able to  connect and collaborate with like-minded ecosystem players for greater impact. We believe in the power of entrepreneurship to catalyse economic growth and in advancing entrepreneurship through data informed decision making. It was our honour to be part of a conversation of how to enable intergenerational inclusion through entrepreneurship. Your story matters – to us, to your family and to your community. As our entrepreneurs grow and succeed, so do we as a nation. We fully support that and we salute you. #YourStoryMatters

🌍 Global Entrepreneurship Week and Charlotte Business Inclusion! This Global Entrepreneurship Week, the Office of Charlotte Business Inclusion (CBI) honors the deep resilience, creativity, and determination of entrepreneurs who fuel our economy and strengthen our communities. As we champion the spirit of innovation, we remain steadfastly committed to empowering Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprises (MWSBEs) by fostering opportunities, providing resources, and ensuring inclusion in the marketplace. A glimpse of how CBI supports Global Entrepreneurship! - Supporting Entrepreneurs: Highlighting success stories from local MWSBEs that are shaping Charlotte’s economic future in our newsletter. - Creating Opportunities: Promoting inclusive procurement practices and connecting businesses with opportunities to grow. - Building a Thriving Ecosystem: Collaborating with partners to provide workshops, mentorships, and resources that amplify entrepreneurial success. Whether you’re a startup founder, a small business owner, or an aspiring entrepreneur, this week serves to remind you of the impact that your business has on the global economy. Let’s continue to innovate, collaborate, celebrate, and create a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem together! Join us in celebrating the power of entrepreneurship! Share your story, tag us, and let’s amplify the voices that make a difference. #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek #InclusiveBusiness #CharlotteBusinessInclusion #MWSBE #EntrepreneurshipMatters #OpportunityForAll

Our latest report on the challenges faced by women-owned businesses in Utah.

The Importance of STEM in Female Entrepreneurship: Creating a Path to Success Discover why fostering an environment for STEM in female entrepreneurship is crucial. Learn how it can lead to financial empowerment and create opportunities for future generations. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion! #STEMinEntrepreneurship #FemaleEmpowerment #FinancialSuccess #GenderEquality #FutureGenerations #EntrepreneurshipJourney #WomenInBusiness #STEMEducation #EmpoweringWomen #WomenEmpowerment

In 2023, Utah was ranked one of the top ten states for business for its skilled workforce, robust economy, and business-friendly environment. However, Utah also ranks among the worst states for women-owned businesses. Building upon the growing body of national research addressing the challenges faced by underserved #entrepreneurs, Sorenson Impact Institute produced a thorough report examining the role of financial institutions in Utah that provide financing to women and women of color entrepreneurs. The report is a continuation of #ProjectDEEP, aimed at disrupting the entrepreneurial ecosystem by supporting diverse entrepreneurs with grant funding from JPMorgan Chase & Co. Foundation. https://buff.ly/4aDuM9S

Jade identified a problem affecting young people across the UK and used her ingenuity to create a solution with real impact. Her business, BaseGap, collaborates with underprivileged youth, their families, and local authorities to revitalise forgotten corners of their communities. 🏚️ 👯 Do you have an idea, or existing early-stage business, that could solve a problem in the UK? 💭 Have you always wanted to learn how to start your own business? 📈 Registration is now open for Ingenuity Impact 2024/25. If you want to make impact through enterprise, register your interest for our fully-funded programme today: ingenuityimpact.org. Join Jade for an online 'Fireside Chat' on Wednesday 20 November (12:30pm-1:30pm) where she will discuss her experience with Ingenuity Impact, and share valuable insights into her entrepreneurial journey. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ecwD8RCz Unlock Your Ingenuity! To Make Impact Through Enterprise. #IngenuityImpact #InclusiveEntrepreneurship #UnlockYourIngenuity #ToMakeImpactThroughEnterprise #Enterpreneurship #BusinessTraining #BuildingStrongerCommunities

How can we level the playing field for female founders if government policies keep setting us back? Here are two examples from this year alone: ➡ They made it harder for angel investors to invest by raising the minimum income requirements and narrowing work qualifications. This essentially meant less female and minority investors qualified and also made it harder for smaller companies to fundraise. ➡ Innovate UK’s “Women in Innovation” grant program quietly went from 50 promised grants to 25…until Dearbump founder Emma Abasi read the fine print and lit a torch. Both cases were reversed in short order after outcries. But why do we need the outcries? Why are we even in this stop-start motion of progress and decline? We need to protect the diversity of our investment groups and our tech sector. And we need to do it in an always-on way. #femalefounders #digitaltransformation #entrepreneurship