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Osama Javed Sheikh often says that acquiring knowledge and applying it are two entirely different things, so after spending years learning about the environmental issues facing the world – particularly the wastewater crisis that was devastating his native Pakistan – he earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree in chemical engineering, and then put the knowledge and skills he learned to work. Now a doctoral student in chemical and biomolecular engineering at the University of Connecticut’s School of Engineering, Sheikh was keenly aware of the current situation in which people were dying from ingesting untreated or inadequately treated wastewater, and from…
We are at the beginning of a technological revolution that will fundamentally change the world of work, and artificial intelligence is now high on the agenda for businesses of all sizes. According to McKinsey, the use of generative AI is growing rapidly, with 65% of the more than 1,300 companies it surveyed this year saying they use AI regularly, double the proportion who said so 12 months ago.Entrepreneurs and small businesses are at the heart of many economies. Small businesses account for 43.5% of the U.S. GDP, with more than 33 million businesses in the country. Entrepreneurship is growing; the…
Timor-Leste’s Career Day concluded with the awarding of three business ideas to entrepreneurs to support young entrepreneurs in Timor-Leste’s hospitality and tourism sector. © Ahn Hee-jin/ILO The three winners of the Timor-Leste business plan contest pose for a commemorative photo. The event, organized by the International Labor Organization (ILO) in partnership with the HOTL Association, Pro Ema and Fundacao Cicanda (STVJ), aims to help aspiring and existing entrepreneurs acquire practical knowledge and skills on start-ups and business development, and connect with key actors in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, including investors, partners and business development service providers.The 12 finalists of the business…
Dr. Gangaram Singh, Dean of the College of Business and Economics at Cal Poly and a distinguished scholar, recently visited Northwest University (NWU)’s School of Economics and Management Sciences (FEMS) to share his valuable insights on engaging the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The significance of Dr. Singh’s visit is that he has been successful in establishing an entrepreneurship ecosystem at his institution, making him an ideal mentor for NWU. During the visit, Dr Singh discussed key aspects of the entrepreneurial ecosystem including funding sources, multidisciplinary collaborations and supporting ventures beyond the ideation stage. Dr Singh’s diverse background in adult education, online learning…
Indian-American entrepreneur Jay Choudhury never imagined he’d become a business mogul, much less a billionaire or an industry pioneer. Jay Chaudhry’s entrepreneurial spirit has been the driving force behind Zscaler’s success in the technology industry, growing the company from rural India to a $11.5 billion net worth company. (Zscaler) {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} “I come from a small farming family and have no entrepreneurial experience, so did I ever think about starting a business as a child? [or] “Early in your career? Not at all,” said Chaudhry, founder and CEO of cloud security company Zscaler. CNBC. Explore Crickit, your go-to…
Media Release Bengaluru, July 17: Kanara Entrepreneurs (KE), a non-profit organisation that develops entrepreneurship, will be conducting its Entrepreneurship Development Program (EDP) in Bangalore on July 27. The main objective of this initiative is to help young entrepreneurs and startup founders hone their skills, aspiring entrepreneurs learn and professionals and managers understand what it takes to be an entrepreneur. It is a one-day program with a series of sessions on five most important and relevant topics – 1) Building a Great Team, 2) Digital Marketing, 3) Finance for Entrepreneurs & Leaders, 4) The Art of Sales, and 5) Raising Funds…
July 17, 2024 Brandon Howard Faculty and staff are invited to an open house on July 30 in the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Office to tour the main office and learn more about the program’s offerings. The open house will include free food and will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Brewer Hub, located at 123 W. Mountain St., just off the square in Downtown Fayetteville. Register here. The Entrepreneurship and Innovation Office creates and curates innovation and entrepreneurship experiences for students from all disciplines. Through its Brewer Family Entrepreneurship Hub, McMillon…
Alexis Ohanian He opens up about his health and recent diagnosis. Her 41-year-old entrepreneur husband Serena Williams I shared on X (formerly Twitter) that I had been tested and found out I had Lyme Disease. Keep reading to find out more… “After having all the health scans and tests etc I was told I have Lyme Disease. What a surprise. No symptoms thankfully but will be treated. Good cholesterol too low. Bad cholesterol okay. Must work on improving. Good points: Total cholesterol 822 ng/dL, Free testosterone 162 ng/dL,” he shared on his X account. “I had a loved one with…
Tim Branyan and Jared Ell of the Indiana Small Business Development Center will discuss artificial intelligence for entrepreneurs on July 31.This discussion is an initiative of NWI BizHub.Branyan and Elle are Ecosystem Navigators at the Business Development Center, where they support local entrepreneurs and connect them to resources. They will discuss how AI can positively impact organizations and contribute to the daily work of entrepreneurs and small business owners.The presentations will be followed by interactive workshops where participants will have the opportunity to get hands-on with AI and learn how to put into practice what they learned in the presentations.This…
A recent survey found that roughly 60% of employed adults are considering starting their own business, attracted by the promise of independence and big financial gain. A big driver of this trend is interest in technology-based businesses, highlighting the growing influence of the tech industry. Becoming an entrepreneur requires careful planning, a shift in mindset and the courage to step into uncertain situations. The keys to success are a comprehensive financial plan, in-depth market knowledge and a strong professional network. The importance of a supportive network of mentors and emotional resilience you can rely on cannot be underestimated. It is…