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When An Entrepreneur Opportunity Helps Save Manufacturing Jobs

Chicago-Based Nonprofit Connects Companies in Need of Buyers with Network of Aspiring Business Owners

4 min readFeb 5, 2019

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When An Entrepreneur Opportunity Helps Save Manufacturing Jobs

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B The Change

Crowdfunded B Corps Find Success With Follow-On Funding

‘Democratization of Capital’ Helps Businesses Build a Loyal Base

5 min readDec 12, 2018

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Crowdfunded B Corps Find Success With Follow-On Funding

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B The Change

Accelerating Opportunities for Migrants and Refugees

New Program for Social Enterprises Offers Growth-Focused Curriculum and Mentoring

4 min readDec 2, 2018

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Accelerating Opportunities for Migrants and Refugees

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B The Change

Spreading the Wealth: Program Connects Diverse Entrepreneurs with Startup Funds

VC Pathways Launches Early-Stage Sessions in Three Cities

4 min readOct 18, 2018

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Spreading the Wealth: Program Connects Diverse Entrepreneurs with Startup Funds

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B The Change

From Breweries to Factory Floors, Worker Cooperatives Are Blooming

Advocates of Employee Ownership Believe Better Jobs Build a Stronger, More Democratic Economy

7 min readAug 2, 2018

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From Breweries to Factory Floors, Worker Cooperatives Are Blooming

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B The Change

Impact Entrepreneur Adds Incubators and Friendly Funding to Ecosystem

Newest Project Focuses on UN Sustainable Development Goals

4 min readApr 20, 2018

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Impact Entrepreneur Adds Incubators and Friendly Funding to Ecosystem

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B The Change

Crowdfunding Helps Spread the Wealth, But Where Are the Female Investors?

Even Small Investments by Women Can Counter Gender Lending Bias

5 min readMar 26, 2018

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Crowdfunding Helps Spread the Wealth, But Where Are the Female Investors?

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Brian Dixon: The 34-year-old African-American VC turning inclusion into a competitive advantage

At Kapor Capital, a diverse team with a focus on impact may signal the future of venture capital in Silicon Valley

8 min readFeb 22, 2018

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Brian Dixon: The 34-year-old African-American VC turning inclusion into a competitive advantage

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Mark Warner: ‘Virginia is for Entrepreneurs’ shows policy leadership

Government can spur job creation by helping startups get access to capital, portable benefits, mentorship and skills training

7 min readFeb 15, 2018

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Mark Warner: ‘Virginia is for Entrepreneurs’ shows policy leadership

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Microlender Aims for Big Impact with New Fund for Female Entrepreneurs

Grameen America Plans $2B in Loans for Low-Income Women

3 min readFeb 6, 2018

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Microlender Aims for Big Impact with New Fund for Female Entrepreneurs

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