Community entrepreneurship

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Pitch In: A community event to pitch your idea, get real-time feedback

September 27, 2021

Have an idea but not sure how to propel it forward? Want comments, direction and real-time feedback from other business owners and entrepreneurs in the community? Come join us at

Creating new revenue sources during COVID-19 and beyond

February 3, 2021

Objectives By the end of this post, you will be able to: Research and brainstorm new sources of revenueStrategically build out an idea while minimizing cost and maximizing resultsIdentify and

Venture Devils+ kicks off its 4th session to support the continued advancement of ventures

January 29, 2021

Spring 2021 brings the Venture Devils program its 4th offering and cohort of Venture Devils+, a program designed to help bridge the gap between early-stage ventures and those that are investment-ready. The focus

Exploring the innovative power of the arts for entrepreneurs and the community

January 14, 2021

Art has a unique power to engage and transform participants. A talented painter can evoke deep thought within a viewer while a musician can encourage listeners to break out into

Exploring entrepreneurship and innovation with local authors and illustrators

January 13, 2021

Our community is teeming with entrepreneurs and many of them might not look like the traditional small business owner. Have you ever thought of an author as an entrepreneur? How

4 videos on using an entrepreneurial mindset to address community needs

January 12, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented immense challenges for society and overcoming them will take collaboration across our diverse communities. By sharing our experiences and knowledge, we can find innovative solutions

Community Innovation Summit brings innovative solutions to West Valley non-profits

December 16, 2020

The ASU Edson E+I Institute’s Peoria Forward Program has partnered for a second year in a row with Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC) to host the action-packed Community Innovation Summit.

Local Holiday Gift Guide: Support Entrepreneurs from Edson E+I Institute

December 4, 2020

Need a little help or inspiration with your holiday shopping? Consider supporting a local Phoenix-area based entrepreneur this season. This gift guide, curated by the Edson E+I Institute, features 11

Edson E+I Receives Grant from Santander Consumer USA

October 26, 2020

Through a grant provided by Santander Consumer USA, Inc. Foundation, the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute at Arizona State University in partnership with the Edson College of Nursing