Bridging Innovation Week Interview: Victor Hwang
Victor Hwang shares his personal journey that continues to inspire his work.
West Virginia Department of Commerce
Victor W. Hwang To Keynote 2024 WV Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Conference in Huntington
West Virginia has an enormous opportunity to lead the nation in advancing entrepreneurship statewide, said Victor Hwang.
West Virginia Business Link
Right to Start's Courtney Zaugg: Entrepreneurship should be a higher priority for Hoosiers
Right to Start’s Courtney Zaugg: “Entrepreneurship is a win-win for Indiana. It should be a higher priority for all Hoosiers.”
Indianapolis Business Journal
Rep. Jake Teshka: Free markets drive tech economy, not intervention
A commentary by Indiana Re. Jake Teshka that includes remarks on Right to Start: “In the 2024 legislative session, I authored legislation that supports the Right to Start national framework by encouraging the facilitation of new-business creation throughout the state and building a culture of entrepreneurship.”
Indianapolis Business Journal
Wendy Dant Chesser: Indiana should support ‘right to start’ efforts
A commentary by the legislative committee co-chair of the Indiana Economic Development Association, advocating for Right to Start legislation: “While overall our climate favors entrepreneurs, Hoosier legislators and executives can do more to foster successful entrepreneurial ambitions.”
Indianapolis Business Journal
Should Indiana Ease Regulations on Startups
A bill this session would have supported the so-called Right to Start national framework. Could it help entrepreneurship start popping?
Indianapolis Business Journal’sForefront
OPINION: Entrepreneurship can enhance the Las Vegas economy
Right to Start Ambassador Heather Brown: “Fostering an environment conducive to entrepreneurship is a collective responsibility that benefits all Nevadans. It's not just a passive endeavor; it requires active engagement.”
The Nevada Independent
OPINION: Entrepreneurship’s stature is growing in the greater Sacramento region
Right to Start Ambassador Cameron Law: “Three major developments in the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship in greater Sacramento underscore its growing stature within economic development.”
Sacramento Inno
Business owner: Savannah needs to do more to foster entrepreneurship
Right to Start Advocate Kewaan Drayton: Savannah has extraordinary potential when it comes to entrepreneurship, but its global ranking for entrepreneurship has dropped significantly. It’s time to maximize that potential, as young businesses nationally create most job growth.
Savannah Morning News
Economic development chief leads discussion on concerns of Elko business leaders
Today, the Nevada Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED) met with local business owners in Elko, Nevada. Four key issues facing businesss owners were highlighted.
Elko (NV) Daily Free Press
Viewpoint: Free markets drive Indiana’s tech economy, not government intervention
An op-ed by State Rep. Jake Teshka, in which he writes about authoring legislation in 2024 thatsupports the Right to Start national framework.
South Bend (IN) Tribune
Pursuing MLK’s dream of empowering Black entrepreneurs
Right to Start Advocate Johnnie Turnage: "I have a dream that in Michigan, entrepreneurship will be regarded as a civil right, where every individual can start a business and chart a course to success. That’s why I’ve become an Advocate for Right to Start."
Bridge Detroit
Advancing the Culture of Entrepreneurship in West Virginia
Right to Start Advocate Ariana Shives: "Entrepreneurs are simply problem-solvers. They see something missing from the landscape – whether it’s a new store or a new application of technology – and they set out to fix it."
West Virginia BusinessLink
Peart Appointed Office of Entrepreneurship Director
Kyeema Peart has been appointed as the Director of the Office of Entrepreneurship in the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED).
Kansas City Replaces Interstate Rivalry With Collaboration to Help Entrepreneurs
Once they competed to lure businesses and jobs across state lines. Now Kansas City, Kansas, and Kansas City, Missouri, offer a new model for regional economic development.
Inc. Magazine
Nevada first state to sign ‘Right to Start’ efforts embracing entrepreneurism
When Governor Joe Lombardo signed AB77, Nevada made history by becoming the first state in the nation to sign ‘Right to Start’ legislation.
Nevada Government’s Office of Economic Development (GOED)
Leveling the Playing Field with Right to Start
Raleigh Founded's recent partner, Right to Start, is fighting for your right to pursue your dreams, build a business, earn a living. We dive into their efforts to unleash entrepreneurial opportunity for everyone.
Founded Connect
North Carolina bill aims to get main street startups tax deferrals
A new bill introduced in the North Carolina Senate is intended to make it easier to start new businesses in the state.
TRIANGLEINNO
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Arkansas should make entrepreneurship for women a priority
According to research from Boston Consulting Group, the global economy could experience up to a $5 trillion boost if female entrepreneurs received as much funding as male entrepreneurs. So begins the section on entrepreneurship in the “Report of the 2022 Arkansas Women’s Commission: Analyzing the Role of Arkansas Women in the Labor Market and Economy
Talk Business & Politics
What’s Cooking? How Shared Kitchens Can Boost Local Entrepreneurship
There is a shortage of shared food facilities nationwide. Addressing that need is vital to new-business growth, and local governments have a major role to play.
Governing