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Experts share tips for mission-driven organizations on DE&I

Board Effect

Mission-driven organizations strive to serve their communities and constituents with integrity and purpose. The profound impact of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is a centerpiece of the stewardship of these organizations; sustained and effective social response and problem solving requires diverse and inclusive governance.

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Back to the Classroom – The Educators Summit

Steve Blank

What roles do diversity, equity and inclusion play in future syllabi? How will the push for diversity, equity and inclusion affect educators? The respondent panel will include, Brandy Nagel ( Georgia Tech ), and Ivy Shultz ( Columbia University ), Michael Camp ( Ohio State ), Jim Hornthal ( UC Berkeley). Bring your best ideas!

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Urban Technology: The Business of Smart Cities

The Startup Magazine

The local government in Austin, Texas, home to CTX, has also set its sights on becoming a Smart City, “one that uses cutting-edge technology to address mobility, safety, equity and environmental challenges for all its residents,” according to the city’s official website. Austin was one of seven finalists for the U.S.

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How Private Equity Funds Are and Should Be Using Social Media

David Teten

Fewer private equity funds are using social media for outreach, but 2xPartners , Healthpoint Capital , and MCM Capital Partners are notable exceptions. Private equity investing is a relationship business. MCM has implemented Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, an RSS feed, and a blog on its website.

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29 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

Hearpreneur

Sadly, many people in our society come from communities where they were never, or rarely, touched by their parents, family members, or friends or only experience touch through sex. However, as most entrepreneurs will experience, when equity and pay come into play, relationships tend to warp. There’s a better way.

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With the Federal Government Doing Nothing, Communities Step Up

VC Adventure

In it we talk about the continued failure of the federal government to help small businesses and highlight some encouraging ways that local communities have stepped into the void to help. Op-ed: Communities across America rush to save Main Street as federal relief for small business stalls. Last week, the U.S.