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Leveraging LinkedIn: 3 Ways to Build an Authentic Personal Brand for Entrepreneurial Success
July 24, 2024
If you’ve attended an Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute training recently, you’ve probably heard me joke about my status as a “LinkedIn influencer.” It’s a title that always gets a

Essential Skills and Resources to Unlock Entrepreneurial Success
July 15, 2024
Starting or growing a business can be challenging, but equipping yourself with the right skills can truly set your business apart. Leadership, marketing, finance, and legal issues have a significant

Sparking Synergy Event: Connecting the K-12 Community Through Innovation
July 11, 2024
The sun hangs high in the desert sky on a hazy Thursday morning. Inside SkySong 1951, a group of education changemakers gather to create a storm of new ideas to

Five Digital Resources to Elevate Your Entrepreneurial Journey This Summer
July 3, 2024
Summer break is all about relaxing and having adventures, but it’s also a great time to explore new ideas and boost your entrepreneurial skills. With a few clicks, you can

The Importance of Design Thinking in Education: Sparking Creativity in Children
June 27, 2024
The Creativity Crisis Every generation has fond memories of how much better it was when they were kids. Just 40 short years ago, children didn’t come home from playing until

Celebrating Diversity in Entrepreneurship: Beyond the Buzzword
June 19, 2024
June is a month rich with opportunities for reflection and celebration. It is not only Pride Month but also the time when we observe Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating a pivotal

How Chambers of Commerce Can Support Your LGBTQ-Owned Business
June 4, 2024
In the Valley, diversity is not just a buzzword. It is a dynamic reality that enriches our communities in so many ways. From cultural festivals to business districts bustling with

Cultivating Entrepreneurial Skills Through Music in K-12 Classrooms
May 29, 2024
When students collaborate to create a piece of music and perform it for an audience, they are practicing the exact skills of innovation and creativity that we value in entrepreneurship.

Churros on Wheels: How Innovation and Community is a Recipe for Success
May 23, 2024
Supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners in your community brings a mixture of benefits that not only support local businesses but also reach beyond the local area. In the Valley,