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Innovation at Argonne National Laboratory Incubator

The Startup Magazine

That’s why I’m so excited to serve as Director of the Chain Reaction Innovations (CRI) program at the U.S. CRI Program. CRI is a two-year program for innovators focusing on energy and science technologies. Through its annual application call, four to six teams are selected to join the program. Program Impact.

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What’s the Difference Between a Small Business Venture and a Startup?

Up and Running

So, when I hear people use the word ‘startup’ in association with a small businesses – say a restaurant, cafe, hair salon or dental practice – my mind balks. The Small Business Association sums it up best: “In the world of business, the word “startup” goes beyond a company just getting off the ground.

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Q&A with Business Incubator Co-founder Joe Maruschak

Up and Running

A business in its early stages can often use a leg up, whether in the form of wise words from a mentor or an introduction to a strategic partner. This is where incubators come in. Incubators were designed to fill the gap between knowledge and connections. Incubators provide that very important sense of community.

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Lessons Learned: Hugh Molotsi

Startup Lessons Learned

When I left Intuit in 2015, I was VP of Innovation and led Intuit Labs, Intuit’s internal incubator. Through the great work of many other Intuit employees, Intuit Payments would eventually become a roughly $1B business for Intuit and a key enabling feature for over half of Intuit’s small business revenue.

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Tools and Resources to Help You Write Your Business Plan

Up and Running

Working with an accountant or Expert Advisors (we recommend choosing one that’s certified to use LivePlan) can help your small businesses get started and position for growth. In the LivePlan Expert Advisor Directory , you’ll find accountants, CPAs, and other business advisors with experience doing just that. . In the U.S.

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Practical Strategies For Starting A Business

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Founders Space was ranked the #1 incubator for overseas startups by Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazines. Steve is also the author of Surviving a Startup: Practical Strategies for Starting a Business, Overcoming Obstacles, and Coming Out on Top. [17:14] 20:21] Where can people find out more about your programs and your book?

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Tools and Resources to Help You Write Your Business Plan

Up and Running

Working with an accountant or Expert Advisors (we recommend choosing one that’s certified to use LivePlan) can help your small businesses get started and position for growth. In the LivePlan Expert Advisor Directory , you’ll find accountants, CPAs, and other business advisors with experience doing just that. . In the U.S.