entrepreneurship
From Startups to Solopreneurs: The Perks of Being Your Own Boss
July 29, 2024
According to the 2024 Shopify-Gallup Entrepreneurship Study, a whopping 62% of the more than 45,000 U.S. adults surveyed said “they would prefer to be their own boss” and more than
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.