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Technology, Innovation, and Great Power Competition  – 2022 Wrap Up

Steve Blank

government agencies, our federal research labs, and government contractors no longer have exclusive access to these advanced technologies. Government agencies to provide context and perspective on commercial technologies and national security. We focused on the challenges created when U.S. Guest Speakers.

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Improving Board Education for Nonprofits

Board Effect

It’s not uncommon for nonprofit board members to have little or no knowledge or experience in governance matters. Board members that have lengthy board experience shouldn’t get a bye with board governance education. Nonprofit governance is continually evolving. Nonprofit governance is continually evolving. Grantmaking.

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6 Key Steps to Operationalize Board Member Education

Board Effect

If you’ve done a good job of recruiting new board members and succession planning, incoming board members will bring some degree of knowledge about governance practices with them. Regardless of how much board experience a board member has, it’s unrealistic to assume that anyone has a full and complete understanding of governance.

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The Importance of Board Governance Training

Board Effect

Whether they have years of board experience or whether it’s their first board director position, all board members benefit from governance training. Continual training in governance makes average and good boards great. Continual training in governance makes average and good boards great. Their work is never done.

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Start Up Business Grants 101: Meaning, Funding & Tips

Board Effect

First, check all levels of government for grants including federal, state, and local governments. Be aware that the federal government often distributes federal dollars through state governments, local governments, educational institutions, and agencies, and you may be able to access grants from these entities.

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To directors and advisors: “Noses in; fingers OUT!”

Berkonomics

I first heard this in a governance seminar for a non-profit higher educational board upon which I sit, over 25 years ago. Once a board member reaches beyond the CEO into the corporation, especially without the approval of the CEO, incurable damage has been done to the CEO’s ability to govern. The problem cannot be overstated.

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Nancy Etz Shares Seven Financial Aid Tips for Startup Owners

The Startup Magazine

Here are seven tips every startup owner must know about financial aid: Apply for Government-funded Grants or Scholarships. There are a ton of government-funded grants and scholarships out there for students who have the initiative to apply. Use the Free Resources Available Online to Find Government-funded Programs.

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