startup

2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Shop Brands That Elevate Entrepreneurs
November 16, 2023
Our annual holiday gift guide is back! This year, we present a curated selection of twenty-two remarkable small businesses that are part of our vibrant community programs and Venture Devils.

Art Meets Business: Four Creative Minds Crafting Success
October 24, 2023
As we continue to build resources and support for creative entrepreneurs at Edson E+I, we strive to show, rather than tell, our community that entrepreneurship is for everyone, and that

Discovering the Path to Product-Market Fit
October 18, 2023
Aspiring entrepreneurs face a daunting challenge: transforming their startup dreams into market-viable solutions. How do you make sure people want to buy what you are selling? Identifying–and understanding–your product-market fit

The Benefits of Making Data-Driven Decisions in Business
September 28, 2023
Data collection is the foundation of nearly everything we interact with—what we watch, where we travel, our interests, hobbies, demographics and even our behavior. It’s everywhere. While discussions surrounding data

Announcing the Launch of the Chandler Endeavor Venture Innovation Incubator
August 17, 2023
Ready to accelerate your venture? The J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute and the City of Chandler is thrilled to announce the launch of the Chandler Endeavor Venture Innovation

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

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

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

Phoenix Startup Investor Series
April 8, 2019
One of the most common requests the J. Orin Edson E+I team receives from community founders is this request, “I just need you to introduce me to investors.” We have