Startup Communities: Building an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in Your City
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| Rating | : | 4.61 (960 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1118441540 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-01-27 |
| Language | : | English |
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Q & A with Author Brad Feld
Useful across a wide range James Jr A. Batson As always, Brad is insightful in his analysis of what it takes to build growth institutions. I think many of the principles outlined here can be used outside of high growth communities.. "A good book, written from the investor point of view" according to J. Milanette. It's a good book, but Mr. Feld exhibits the same confusion many other venture investors have concerning incubators and accelerators. There are two things that I find especially troubling:1. Incubators and accelerators are not the same thing. Incubators often work with companies for years, not weeks like the modern day version of accelerators, and their clients have survival rates that far exceed the norm (on average survivin. A must-read for any entrepreneur considering a relocation, and for ALL public officials with a stake in creating jobs. Marcus Detry This book is a must read for anyone who is considering relocating to a new city, as well as any entrepreneur or stakeholder in entrepreneurship. Brad does a fantastic job of outlining the factors that drive innovation and entrepreneurship in cities around the world. For entrepreneurs, the book provides terrific perspective in understanding the challenges you will face in your market, as well as how to leverage the support me
These types of entrepreneurial ecosystems are driving innovation and small business energy. Startup Communities documents the buzz, strategy, long-term perspective, and dynamics of building communities of entrepreneurs who can feed off of each other's talent, creativity, and support.Based on more than twenty years of Boulder-based entrepreneur turned-venture capitalist Brad Feld's experience in the field?as well as contributions from other innovative startup communities?this reliable resource skillfully explores what it takes to create an entrepreneurial community in any city, at any time. An essential guide to building supportive entrepreneurial communities"Startup communities" are popping up everywhere, from cities like Boulder to Boston and even in countries such as Iceland. Along the way, it offers valuable insights