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

Board Effect

By intentionally sourcing goods and services from diverse suppliers, organizations can foster economic growth, drive social impact and contribute to the overall development of underrepresented communities.” — Gwen K. It’s about harnessing different perspectives to develop effective solutions and deliver meaningful impact.

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Startup Accelerator/Funding Opportunity: AEP’s IlluminationLAB

The Startup Magazine

Based at AEP headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, USA, the Lab will accelerate startups by collaborating on use cases and trialing products at scale. the opportunity to work with AEP mentors for a 10-week accelerator developing your POC. Source: AEP. Any company from any region or country can, and should, apply. May 15th 2019.

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Did you know that board management software isn’t just for boards?

Board Effect

Memorial Health System , a not-for-profit, independent, integrated health system with locations in Ohio and West Virginia, has also been able to expand the use of BoardEffect to many groups within the organization, with a significant number of committees and internal groups benefiting. Evaluate the partner’s experience with other nonprofits.

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[Interview] Mark C. Perna, Founder And CEO Of TFS, Cleveland, Ohio

YoungUpstarts

Perna heads a strategic consulting firm dedicated to making a difference in education and workforce development. His book, “ Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations “, offers a new paradigm for parents, teachers and employers through re-envisioned education and workforce development.

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Entrepreneurs are Everywhere Show No. 20: Nayeem Hussain and Will Zell

Steve Blank

Prior to founding Keen Home , Nayeem Hussain spent his career focusing on M&A, corporate development/strategy, and financial analysist, first at Prudential Financial and then at Loral Space & Communications. Will : Yes, (although)… Columbus, Ohio, has come a long ways, frankly, from a venture perspective.

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Innovation and Implementation at BMW’s Collaboration Lab

The Startup Magazine

The BMW Financial Services Collaboration Lab accelerator program provides entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small businesses in fintech and other fields with the opportunity to partner with BMW to develop and realize innovative solutions and game-changing new technologies. L Marks will also provide fundraising support.

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The Not-So-Secret Secrets To Making It Big: Five Surprisingly Doable Steps That Will Propel You To The Top

YoungUpstarts

You can afford to invest in developing someone who is interested in developing. To help prevent this, Feuer recommends developing a short-term plan with a six- to nine-month outlook. After opening initial laboratory test stores in Florida and Ohio, a national roll-out is now underway.