Place-Based Innovation Spaces

When to Pivot Your Startup and How to Refocus Your Strategy

September 9, 2025

Running a small business or startup means navigating constant uncertainty, and even the most promising plans rarely unfold exactly as planned. That’s why learning when and how to pivot—shifting direction

The Gig Economy: Your Path as a Solopreneur or Freelancer

July 9, 2025

Entrepreneurship isn’t just about startups or tech giants—often, it begins with freelancing or carving out a path as a solopreneur. As a freelancer or solopreneur, you’re not just offering a

Summer Marketing Moves: How a Mobile Coffee Truck Keeps Business Brewing

July 2, 2025

Summer might feel like a slower season for some business owners. If you’re not in travel and tourism—or another industry that peaks in the summer—your business might fall into this

Leading With Sustainability: Insights from Bevla Reeves of Flaming Oats

April 22, 2025

Earth Day is a meaningful reminder to small businesses of their responsibility to practice environmental stewardship. It offers a chance to consider sustainable business practices, involve customers in green projects

2024 Holiday Gift Guide: Shopping Small and Supporting Local

November 21, 2024

This holiday season, consider stepping away from big box retailers and exploring ways to support local small businesses and entrepreneurs. Here are some thoughtful ideas to ensure your gift-giving has

Finding Community in Collaboration Spaces: Making Meaningful Connections

August 29, 2024

The right space can make all the difference for entrepreneurs working to ideate, create and build. Whether you want help building a prototype, are looking for a place to meet

Creative Ideas for Embracing Earth Day in Your Business

April 24, 2024

In honor of Earth Day, the Edson E+I team invited Sowan Thai, a participant from our Cultivate PHX AgriFood Tech Incubator, to provide his take on how business owners and

How to Tap Into External Funding Opportunities to Expand Your Venture

April 17, 2024

When it comes to entrepreneurship, securing funding is often a key driver for growth and success. While many early-stage entrepreneurs start by tapping personal savings and loans from family and

Putting Purpose First: How Three Founders Prioritize Social Entrepreneurship

March 21, 2024

From acting as catalysts for social change to generating opportunities for underserved communities, social entrepreneurship is a valuable concept for any business to embrace. Not only can an entrepreneur generate