Entrepreneurship ecosystems are led by those starting and growing new businesses but local, state and federal government play an important role too. Policymakers can remove barriers – updating the regulatory environment, creating programs that connect talent with appropriate resources, strengthening a startup-friendly culture and even providing access to capital.
Of course, in order to be most effective, they need input from informed entrepreneurs, investors and ecosystem builders.
Global Entrepreneurship Week provides an opportunity for ecosystem leaders and stakeholders to engage government officials in meaningful dialogue about policies and programs to regenerate our post-pandemic economies. Never before has there been a more important moment to step up and advocate for policy changes in support of entrepreneurs.
To learn how to organize a GEW event, download the GEW Guide for Policy Advocates.