Community entrepreneurship

2022 Holiday Gift Guide: Support Entrepreneurs Affiliated with Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute
December 9, 2022
It’s that time of year! If you are still working on your holiday gift list and love supporting entrepreneurs, we have the perfect inspiration for you. Our holiday gift guide

AOL Co-founder Steve Case Connects Phoenix Entrepreneurs to a Bigger World
October 6, 2022
In his new book, The Rise of the Rest, Steve Case describes his vision for starting AOL (American Online). At the time, only 3% of American households were online, but

Emerging Young West Valley Entrepreneurs Who Are Changing the World
September 15, 2022
Students in Peoria are emerging as serious entrepreneurs with ventures winning funding competitions and garnering international media coverage. The first thing you think of when you hear the word “entrepreneur”

How to use Instagram for Business: Optimizing your Instagram Business Account
May 20, 2022
This three-part series is a great introduction for small business owners looking to either start an Instagram account for their business or to fine-tune their existing Instagram strategy so that

Training and Development Resources: support to make your ideas a reality for any entrepreneurial stage
May 2, 2022
Depending on where you are with your venture, idea, or business, sometimes we need some help filling in knowledge or skill gaps to get to the next phase. That’s where

How to use Instagram for Business: Business Account Basics
April 22, 2022
This three-part series is a great introduction for small business owners looking to either start an Instagram account for their business or to fine-tune their existing Instagram strategy so that

Phoenix West Valley Startups: Frequently Asked Questions
March 21, 2022
West Valley entrepreneurial ecosystem resource partners came together to provide answers to the top questions they get from entrepreneurs. We break their answers into action steps every entrepreneur can take

Honoring Black History Month: 3 Founders’ Perspectives
February 21, 2022
In honor of Black History Month, we’re spotlighting three outstanding individuals currently in the Venture Devils program including Venture Devils Founder of Conscious Gear, Charlotte Bowens, Venture Mentors, and seasoned

5 Action Steps to Build A Business Right in the Phoenix West Valley
February 14, 2022
When launching a new idea, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. Our Peoria Forward team has worked with local ecosystem resource providers in the West Valley to create a