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  • Life Science Ventures

    Life Science Ventures Summit

    Life science companies hold the promise of improving the world’s health and well-being. This two-day educational experience features industry experts who will answer the critical questions that founders must address to start and grow a viable life science startup.

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  • Ice House Facilitator Training

    The Ice House Entrepreneurship Facilitator Training Program

    Learn how the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program is redefining entrepreneurship education in classrooms and communities across America. From young adults to higher education and workforce training, this highly interactive project-based learning program has been embraced by educators and economic development organizations throughout the US and beyond.

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  • Will It be You

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    The next great entrepreneur is out there. Visit www.willitbeyou.com, a Kauffman website that provides would - be founders with resources to help them get their plans moving — whether they are seeking inspiration, mentoring, networking or other assistance. And be sure to watch the Kauffman PSA that aired during the 2012 Super Bowl.

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  • iStart

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    iStart.org both simplifies and powers up business plan competitions worldwide, and enhances the entrepreneurial education of the international community of students by exposing them to mentors, investors and service providers who are fueling the next generation of entrepreneurs.

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  • Policy Forum

    Policy Forum

    The Policy Dialogue on Entrepreneurship informs and connects thought leaders looking to understand the policies that help entrepreneurs start companies, create jobs and strengthen the economy. Hear the latest in the Policy Forum.

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  • E equals R

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    Entrepreneurs have led the U.S. out of every recession of the last 100 years. Get your FREE E=R decal today and spread the word that entrepreneurs will lead the economic recovery.

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  • Carousel Events

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    From networking meetings and seminars to conferences and classes, stay in touch with the top entrepreneurial events from around the globe or share your event with entrepreneurs.

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The Ebb and Flow of Entrepreneurship
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"What's In Your Head?" Founder Interviews from Inc. 500|5000 2011
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The Case for the Startup Act: Visual Explanations
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Nature or nurture? Decoding the DNA of the entrepreneur
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Entrepreneurial IQ Scholarship Opportunity
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Events

View big events happening around the world of entrepreneurship.

Monday, April 16, 2012
Business Mastery Series
Monday, April 30, 2012
Worldwide International Cultural Exchange
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
2012 Venture Forum
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The Marker Com.vention NY USIsrael Internet Conference
Thursday, May 17, 2012
FACE2FACE with Founder and CEO of Bazaarvoice Brett HurtRegister Now

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In The News

You're the Boss Blog: A Youth Entrepreneurship Program Goes International
5/15/2012 6:00:58 AM

Last month, some 33 graduates from 10 countries converged on the Marriott Marquis in Midtown Manhattan to receive the network's Global Young Entrepreneur of the Year award.

Bharti Walmart initiative to empower women entrepreneurs
5/15/2012 5:30:24 AM

Bharti Walmart, the cash and carry format of Bharti Enterprises and Walmart Stores, has launched 'Best Price Members Women's Council' in Chandigarh, Punjab to understand and address the hurdles faced by women entrepreneurs in their startup, scale up and other phases of business expansions.

President of Iceland to open Startup Iceland conference at Ásbrú
5/15/2012 5:53:02 AM

The international event will bring together entrepreneurs, investors and dignitaries from some of the world's hottest startup communities.

After Facebook IPO, Zuckerberg's hardest test awaits
5/15/2012 6:14:11 AM

Facebook is about to pull off a record-setting IPO, but Mark Zuckerberg will then need to satisfy added pressures on the company to boost its bottom line.

The Top 10 Russian internet entrepreneurs you need to know about
5/15/2012 12:53:06 AM

The Russian market is growing at a supersonic rate and provides excellent exit opportunites for investors in Russian online ventures to create a brand-new breed of Russian internet entrepreneur.

Buying a business after 50
5/11/2012 9:16:01 AM

When you think of today's entrepreneurs, young hot-shots like Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg or Google's Larry Page may be the faces that come to mind. But it's baby boomers like Ringer who are striking out on their own at the fastest clip of any generation.

The rise of the 'Everyday Entrepreneur'
5/11/2012 8:28:49 AM

New report on female business start-ups reveals home-based enterprise is boosting the UK economy.

10 Different Definitions of Entrepreneurial Success
5/11/2012 7:07:49 AM

What does true entrepreneurial success look like? Is it by number of books sold, number of columns secured, number of press hits, number of blog subscribers, or revenue?

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