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The Ecosystem Builder's Edge

Transform your region into a more connected and vibrant innovation ecosystem

Join readers of The Ecosystem Builders Edge for tips, strategies, and resources to launch, grow, and sustain your innovation ecosystem.

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Forging Funding Partnerships at the State & Local Level

“Conformity to the present is invisibility to the future.” ― Stefan Molyneux Welcome to the Ecosystem Builder's Edge. The month of May is devoted to helping you overcome the biggest barrier to creating impact as an ecosystem builder: funding. Over a 4 part email series and a special webinar in partnership with EcoMap, you'll learn how to unlock strategic funding opportunities to meet the needs of your community. Follow along and RSVP for the webinar below! Tapping into State and Local Funding...

5 days ago • 3 min read

Community is our competitive advantage. Welcome to the Ecosystem Builder's Edge. The month of May is devoted to helping you overcome the biggest barrier to creating impact as an ecosystem builder: funding. Over a 4 part email series and a special webinar in partnership with EcoMap, you'll learn how to unlock strategic funding opportunities to meet the needs of your community. Follow along and RSVP for the webinar below! Demystifying Federal Funding Opportunities Ecosystem builders play a...

12 days ago • 5 min read

Behind every thriving innovation ecosystem is strategic investment in the future. Welcome to the Ecosystem Builder's Edge. The month of May is devoted to helping you overcome the biggest barrier to creating impact as an ecosystem builder: funding. Over a 4 part email series and a special webinar in partnership with EcoMap, you'll learn how to unlock strategic funding opportunities to meet the needs of your community. Follow along and RSVP for the webinar below! Sustainable Funding Strategies...

18 days ago • 3 min read

If you're not at the table, you're on the menu. Welcome to the Ecosystem Builder's Edge. Today we're exploring the all time top books for ecosystem building and I'm adding some fresh favorites that may not be on your bookshelf already and offer a new perspective. I heard the quote above on a webinar the Economic Development Administration hosted this week about building inclusive industry clusters. It's going to stick with me for a long time! If you are looking to broaden your perspective...

25 days ago • 4 min read

It's not what you create, it's what you cultivate. Welcome to the Ecosystem Builder's Edge, where today we are exploring the art of navigating complex innovation ecosystems through a systems thinking lens. Humans and systems are highly complex and ever changing In our rapidly evolving world, high-functioning innovation ecosystems prioritize accessibility and clear communication to enhance community navigation and knowledge sharing across diverse organizations with varying priorities. Our...

about 1 month ago • 2 min read

Innovate or die. Welcome to another issue of Ecosystem Builder's Edge! Today we're considering some of the top metrics that regions can track to understand if their ecosystem is evolving, stagnating or worse, devolving. Based on the assets, opportunities and challenges in your specific region, you'll need to customize what metrics you track to meet the strategic goals of your stakeholders. Being aligned as a community on these key metrics is an incredible way to ensure precious resources are...

about 1 month ago • 5 min read

Double down on your strengths and solve for your weaknesses. Welcome to another issue of Ecosystem Builder's Edge! Today we explore the concept of Industry Clustering as a Regional Growth Strategy, drawing from my personal experiences successfully implemented such an initiative. Consider this a case study where committed government partners, a passionate and knowledgeable team, strategic planning, data-driven approaches, and a collaborative ecosystem are key elements in fostering the growth...

about 2 months ago • 3 min read

Signs and symbols rule the world, not words nor laws. Welcome to another issue of Ecosystem Builder's Edge! This week we're exploring positive and negative indicators inside your regional economy to uncover areas for improvement. By focusing on the power of small experiments and collaboration in community transformation. If you feel stagnation, try forging new partnerships or sharing knowledge to spark growth. If you don’t like the path your ecosystem has been on, observe how things are done...

about 2 months ago • 4 min read

We need new ideas to solve the unsolvable. Welcome to another issue of Ecosystem Builder's Edge! Join us as we look at the power of ecosystems to transform business and communities. Discover how collaboration, experimentation, and a shared vision are key ingredients in creating a thriving ecosystem that generates more than the sum of its parts. In today's fast-evolving economic landscape, the significance and need for an intentional effort toward building innovation ecosystems cannot be...

2 months ago • 3 min read

Everything is hard before it's easy. Welcome to another issue of Ecosystem Builder's Edge! As a dedicated ecosystem builder, you are at the forefront of driving positive change and fostering growth and collaboration in your community. Your efforts are shaping the future of regional economies and creating lasting impact. In this edition, we're excited to share with you 10 essential steps to kickstart your ecosystem building journey. From building multi-faceted networks to celebrating...

2 months ago • 5 min read
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