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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
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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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Builders Studio
An AI-powered platform that guides entrepreneurs from idea to launch.
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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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Global Entrepreneurship Week
Join the movement of 40,000 events around the world each November.
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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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GET Forum
A global forum connecting Latin America and the Caribbean's ecosystem leaders.
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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 Pitch Pit: Global Edition - Founder Pitch Practice
Welcome to The Pitch Pit—a no-fluff, high-energy pitch practice for founders, dreamers, builders, and hustlers looking to sharpen their story and level up their delivery. Whether you’re prepping for an investor meeting, applying to an accelerator, or finally getting your idea into the world, this is your arena.
Step into the Pit and deliver your pitch in front of a supportive audience of founders, investors, mentors, and community members, as well as from Startup Grind Chapter Directors from around the world. Get real-time feedback, refine your message, build confidence, and grow your network—without the pressure of a high-stakes room.
No winners. No losers. Just founders helping founders. Whether you're pitch-ready or pitch-curious, this is the place to practice, learn, and connect.
You’ll have 1 minute to pitch and 1 minute to receive feedback led by Alexandra Renée Poelstra, CEO & Founder of All Maven—a fast, fun format designed to help you get your company in front of fellow founders, feel supported, and make meaningful new connections.
We’ll kick things off with a live training session led by Rajiv Nathan, Founder & Chief Pitch Artist at Startup Hypeman, to help you fine-tune your pitch before you take the mic.
To close the event, Guillermo Vizcaino, Global Community Director at Startup Grind, will announce the launch of the SG Global Pitch Battle 2026, taking place across 100+ cities with high-stakes prizes this February. Apply early to unlock investment opportunities and compete for a chance to pitch in front of top VCs at the SG Conference in Silicon Valley.
Come for the pitch. Stay for the people. Leave with power.
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Welcome to Global Entrepreneurship Month! This November, join Startup Grind and the Global Entrepreneurship Network to celebrate innovation. Connect with SG chapters worldwide through workshops, discussions, and events designed to support local entrepreneurs and help take your business to the next level.
GEW Featured Events (Nov 17–23): 24-hour Innovation Marathon with global speakers including Guy Kawasaki, Rehan Jalil, David Karandish, Dr. Rose Yu, and Maddy Martin