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About
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Global
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About GEN
Operating in 200 countries to make it easier for anyone to start and scale.
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Board + Staff
Leading the strategic direction and daily execution of the GEN mission.
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Our Partners
A range of organizations contributing expertise, experience and energy.
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About GEN
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National Leadership
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Managing Directors
Individuals leading GEN chapters and all aspects of national engagement.
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Global Leaders
Individuals contributing to national engagement in GEN programs.
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Managing Directors
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Compass Awards
Celebrating excellence and honoring those making a difference.
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Contact GEN
Reach out to our team with any questions.
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Global
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Our Work
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Our Pillars
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GEN Ecosystems
Stronger and more globally-connected entrepreneurial ecosystems.
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GEN Founders
Empowering innovators from all backgrounds to achieve their full potential.
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GEN Invest
The right capital in the right hands – at the right time.
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GEN Policy
Evidence-based ideas for smart policy design to help entrepreneurs thrive.
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GEN Ecosystems
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Our Work
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GEN Programs
View a list of all our programs.
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GEN Events
Flagship events + ongoing event series driving connectivity.
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GEN Programs
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Our Impact
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Impact Reports
In-depth look at GEN’s impact each year since it began in 2008.
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Impact Stories
Examples of GEN’s impact on individuals and ecosystems around the world.
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Impact Reports
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Our Pillars
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Resources
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GEN Connect
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Ecosystem Connect
Connect with ecosystem builders + community leaders worldwide.
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Founder Connect
Connect with founders building the next generation of startups.
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Investor Connect
Connect with angels, VCs + other investors aligned to your stage + goals.
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Mentor Connect
Connect with experienced mentors across our global network.
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Ecosystem Connect
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Policy + Research
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GEN Atlas
Collection of public sector policies + programs to drive economic growth.
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GEN Research Library
Collection of the latest research strategies, reports, data sets + more.
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GEN Atlas
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More Helpful Tools
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Events Calendar
Find events advancing entrepreneurship near you + around the world.
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GEN Speakers Bureau
Commission-free directory of speakers for your next entrepreneurship event.
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GEN Community Directory
Searchable directory of GEN members representing 200 countries.
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No Bad Ideas
Card game designed to help turn your ideas into great ones – no mistakes.
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Events Calendar
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GEN Connect
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Events
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Overview
Brief summary of all GEN events + gatherings
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Global Entrepreneurship Congress
Global gathering of delegates shaping the future of entrepreneurship.
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GEC+
Regional or sector-specific deep-dives built off the GEC model.
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GEN Exchange
Virtual webinars for GEN community members to explore timely issues.
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GEN Meetup
Open-source model to hold your own ecosystem event.
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Startup Huddle
Chapters crowd-sourcing advice + support, one entrepreneur at a time.
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Startup Nations Summit
Gathering of policymakers on regulatory issues + innovative programs.
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Events Calendar
Find an entrepreneurship event near you.
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Overview
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News
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Global Newsfeed
All of the unfiltered news + updates from the GEN community.
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The Startup State
Major entrepreneurship announcements, reports, commentary + features.
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Press + Media Kit
Official GEN assets and information for journalists, partners, and storytellers.
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The Experience
At GEC 2026, there's an experience for everyone.
GEC is a rare place where founders at all stages of development and policymakers, investors and support organizations from economies of all sizes are in the same room, collaborating to bring ideas to life, drive economic growth and expand human welfare.
The Attendees
Thousands of delegates from 200 countries will arrive in Doha, Qatar for GEC 2026, September 21-24.
Why It Feels Different
The Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC) isn’t your typical event — it’s where the world’s builders come to connect, collaborate, and get real work done.
It’s not a distraction from your mission — it’s a catalyst for it.
It’s not built on transactions — it’s powered by relationships.
It’s where collaboration crosses borders, industries, and roles — and where leaders break barriers to build what’s next.
At GEC, you’ll find a global community that feels like family — where you both stand out and fit in.
GEC 2026 Highlights
HEADLINERS
Titans of Industry
Where stories from the founders behind companies like Virgin, Apple, Netflix, Skype and Angry Birds come to life - on-stage and off.
KEYNOTES
Power Players
Where power players of the entrepreneurship ecosystem prepare us for the future with new ideas, predictions and thought-provoking questions.
STARTUP NATIONS MINISTERIAL
World Leaders on Entrepreneurship Policy
Where ministers and their staff form global relationships and learn about the newest research, programs and policies.
INVESTOR MATCHMAKING
Facilitating the Next Deal
Where funds, investors and founders connect, and deals are made.
WORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASSES
Galvanizing Growth
Where the work gets done across all tracks - exploring knowledge, skills and opportunities for all.
ECOSYSTEM EXPO
Exhibitor Hall
Where the global ecosystem finds new support services, customers, clients and community.
GEN Village
The Organic Meeting Spot
Where everyone goes to recharge between sessions - whether it is through simple refreshments or uncommon connections and collaboration.
Compass Awards
Celebrating Excellence
Where entrepreneurs and their champions - across policy, research, investing and support - are honored.
Explore What You Missed in 2025
Watch the GEC 2025 playlist.