Many entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs) gather data about the companies they serve for a variety of reasons, though often most crucially to be able to prove impact to funders and other stakeholders. The webinar  panelistsexplored what types of data are most important to gather, tools and sources you can use beyond surveying, strategies for storytelling, and more.

Panelists:

Angela Hallowell
Analyst at Camoin Associates

Chris Diaper
CEO at CAIN

Christa Ouderkirk Franzi, CEcD
Vice President + Director of Entrepreneurship @ Camoin Associates

José D. Alvarez
Vice President
Prospera USA

Moderator:

Dr. Kristin Burton
Assistant Professor, Entrepreneurship
Purdue University Northwest

All business advisors would like to be a trusted advisor to their clients. That is why professional development programs should include both technical skills and interpersonal skills.

In this workshop, center managers and advisors were presented  a new professional development program which offers the Business Advisor Foundations Certificate after completing 3 of the 6 available modules.

Presenters:

Elizabeth Binning
Head of Training and Learning, GrowthWheel

David Madie
Founder and CEO,
GrowthWheel

As we rolled into the new year, our expert panelists provided valuable insights into the dynamic world of entrepreneur support and entrepreneurship ecosystem building, equipping you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in 2024.

Panelists:

Linda Fowler
Regionerate LLC

Hayden Blackburn
TechFW

Gloria Ware
GTB Advisors

During this webinar, panelists shared their experiences in networking organizations that resulted in the development of a robust ecosystem for food-based entrepreneurs in New Jersey. Attendees learned strategies for helping a sector-based ecosystem grow, thrive and sustain.

Speakers:

Peggy Brennan-Tonetta
Rutgers University

Sho Islam
Middlesex County, NJ – County Government

Doyin Ashiru
New Jersey Economic Development Authority

During this webinar, an ecosystem leader and a resource provider will explain the collaboration they formed, lessons they learned, and how attendees can apply the insights gained in their own ecosystems.

Topics ranged from effective partnerships to being intentional with staff positions to long-term funding solutions. This online event provided information about employee ownership models; their benefits in terms of profitability, productivity, and resilience; and how to help your client companies leverage this strategy in your community.

This webinar explained employee ownership as a proven tool to create stronger businesses and more resilient local economies. Is employee ownership a tool in your toolbox?  Learn more about employee ownership models; their benefits in terms of business profitability, productivity, and resilience; and how to unlock this strategy in your community.

Speaker:

Sarah McBroom
Director of Regional Engagement at Project Equity

This webinar explored how organizations can effectively contribute to thriving startup ecosystems. Panelists provided tips and insights on identifying gaps in service, creating meaningful partnerships, offering the right programming, and more.

Speakers:

Krista Covey
First Flight Venture Center

David Fonseca
VelocityTX

Brad Rickelman
Meridian Technology Center

Featuring thought leaders in entrepreneur support, this online event explored how organizations can effectively contribute to thriving startup ecosystems. Panelists provided tips and insights on identifying gaps in service, creating meaningful partnerships, offering the right programming, and more.

Panelists:

Sandra Cochrane
Assistant Dean, WMed Innovation Center

David Fonseca
CEO, VelocityTX

Kyla Frye
Director of Science & Technology Ecosystems,
Concept Companies

Large and established businesses can be valuable partners for startups and small businesses, enhancing credibility and unlocking access to customers, distribution channels and financial capital. Unfortunately, successfully executing such partnerships is difficult – and not always successful – for both sides.

Speakers:

Michael Carmona
Senior Director, Regional Ecosystem Development at KCSourceLink

Corbet Gilliam
Corporate Development Manager, ATDC

Charles Ross
CEO, InBIA

Best Practices for Incubation Professionals Part 3: The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the way people use space and required many centers to move toward further increasing the flexibility of their facilities. This webinar will explore some of the models and how center managers and real estate professionals are adapting to meet these new realities.

Speakers:

Stephen Hargett
VP of Campus Operations and User Experience, Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator

Aaron Olver
Managing Director, University Research Park

Matt Gardner
CEO, California Technology Council

Best Practices for Incubation Professionals – Part 2: This joint webinar series produced by InBIA and the California Business Incubation Alliance provided entrepreneurial support professionals with information, tools and resources to assist clients as they recruit for and manage strong boards for their companies.

Speakers:

Kyla Frye
Executive Director, WT Enterprise Center

Danielle D’Agostaro
Principal Partner, WV Ventures

Matt Gardner
CEO, California Technology Council

Best Practices for Incubation Professionals – Part 1: This joint webinar series produced by InBIA and the California Business Incubation Alliance discussed best practices in managing mentor networks for your center.

Speakers:

Krista Covey
President, First Flight Venture Center

Marc Martin-Casas
Illumina Accelerator

Thomas Hordam
We Love Mentors

Matt Gardner
CBIA

Do you feel like you are spending more time than you would like in the tracking of entrepreneurs and their progress against milestones?

Speaker:

Pam Hoelzle, Founder and CEO of Entrepreneur Ready

Ensuring entrepreneurs of all backgrounds have access to the resources and support they need to succeed is a significant part of having a thriving and innovative economy.

Speakers:

Duane Rollins
Vice President of Impact and Research, SEED SPOT

David Parker
CEO, Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll)

Gloria Ware
Director, KeyBank Center for Technology, Innovation and Inclusive Growth

Moving towards the recovery will require a recalibration of your  Entrepreneurial Support Organization’s (ESO) business model. Rethinking everything from mission and target customers to service offerings and facility use will be necessary to enable your ESO to operate effectively in the “new normal”.

Speaker:

Carol Kraus Lauffer
Principal, Business Cluster Development LLC