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First, a press release from the City of Mesa Newsroom:
City of Mesa to host "Creative Conversations" featuring five creative economy leaders
City of Mesa to host "Creative Conversations" featuring five creative economy leaders
"On Wednesday, Nov. 20, the City of Mesa will host an event in honor of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) at the Mesa Arts Center in Downtown Mesa from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The free event will feature a panel discussion with five local founders from the creative economy and is in partnership with Arizona State University Entrepreneurship and Innovation Team, and Creative Catalysts."
OK that sounds nice and it's a start on participation and connection to a global network that's already reached millions of people in the world that can help them take the next step, no matter where they are on their entrepreneurial journey.
The panel will feature
- Carmen Guerrero, Executive Director (Cultural Coalition)
- Champ Styles, Graffiti Artist (Such Styles)
- Peter Costa, CEO (Baltu Studios)
- Victor Irizary, Architect + Illustrator (ASU)
- Muta, Artist and Muralist (Muta Vision).
The session will be moderated by local Mesa creative entrepreneur, author and consultant, Pam Slim. Join us in celebration of Global Entrepreneurship week.
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"Valuing entrepreneurship in all forms is a core Arizona State University design principle so we are pleased to be partnered with the City of Mesa,"
Ji Mi Choi, an associate vice president leading Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Ji Mi Choi, an associate vice president leading Entrepreneurship and Innovation
"Arts entrepreneurship does more than create economic pathways and community engagement; it also gives more beauty of many forms into society."
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Following the panel discussion will be networking with light refreshments.
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The panel will discuss:
- their startup journeys
- how they form value around creative work
- how society thinks about art entrepreneurship
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KEY GLOBAL THEMES___ FOR 2019
MANAMA, BAHRAIN – Each year, Global Entrepreneurship Week reaches millions of people through local, national and global events and activities – often framed by key global themes that shine a spotlight on leading topics in entrepreneurship.
At the Global Entrepreneurship Congress in Manama, Bahrain, that can help them take the next step, no matter where they are on their entrepreneurial journey.
From large-scale startup competitions and workshops to small, community discussions – GEW reaches new audiences and connects participants to a network that can help them take the next step, no matter where they are on their entrepreneurial journey.
Here are the 2019 global themes:
> GEW Education | #GEWeducation
- Education can inform and expose people of all ages to entrepreneurship.
- Communities can mobilize entrepreneurship education through many different vehicles – from early-childhood learning centers, to colleges and universities, vocation institutions, makerspaces and more.
- Providing the right information and tools to those with an interest in entrepreneurship can foster creativity and skills to grow sustainable businesses – improving not only local entrepreneurial ecosystems, but also strengthening the skilled job force.
GEW Education works to share resources, raise awareness and provide skills training to potential entrepreneurs around the world. This theme celebrates the tools and programs communities use to foster entrepreneurship.
> GEW Ecosystems | #GEWecosystems
The Global Entrepreneurship Network and other entrepreneurship support organizations around the world are looking beyond Silicon Valley to facilitate collaboration and partnership between startup ecosystems in promising mid-tier cities. Sharing knowledge and connecting local ecosystem leaders has become increasingly important in building healthy and thriving entrepreneurial communities.
The Global Entrepreneurship Network and other entrepreneurship support organizations around the world are looking beyond Silicon Valley to facilitate collaboration and partnership between startup ecosystems in promising mid-tier cities. Sharing knowledge and connecting local ecosystem leaders has become increasingly important in building healthy and thriving entrepreneurial communities.
GEW Ecosystems aims to inspire communities to collaborate, and share their networks and markets to help their rising startups thrive. This theme celebrates the shared challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship communities and hubs around the world.
> GEW Inclusion | #GEWinclusion
Entrepreneurship is a positive force that drives innovation, creates wealth and improves lives in communities, cities and countries alike. But not everyone has the same opportunity. Race, age, gender, or where one lives should not be an obstacle to entrepreneurship. Anyone, anywhere should be able to realize their dream and start a business quickly, inexpensively, and without barriers.
Entrepreneurship is a positive force that drives innovation, creates wealth and improves lives in communities, cities and countries alike. But not everyone has the same opportunity. Race, age, gender, or where one lives should not be an obstacle to entrepreneurship. Anyone, anywhere should be able to realize their dream and start a business quickly, inexpensively, and without barriers.
GEW Inclusion will highlight the work startup champions are doing around the world to minimize barriers and obstacles for entrepreneurs by maximizing inclusion.
This theme celebrates diversity in all forms, including women and youth in entrepreneurship.
Activities, workshops and speaker series held around the world will explore the obstacles entrepreneurs from underserved populations may face, and discovering solutions through access to success stories, training, capital and mentorship.
> GEW Policy | #GEWpolicy
Startup ecosystems are led by their entrepreneurs but government plays an important role in helping them flourish – removing barriers, resetting the regulatory environment and emphasizing connections and catalytic events.
Startup ecosystems are led by their entrepreneurs but government plays an important role in helping them flourish – removing barriers, resetting the regulatory environment and emphasizing connections and catalytic events.
A new generation of public sector officials and startup-savvy advisors are hacking policy solutions to help local entrepreneurs start and scale.
GEW policy will highlight the work of governments and policymakers to help entrepreneurs everywhere start and scale
BACK TO THE CITY'S PRESS RELEASE"
"More than 55 million Americans (35% of the workforce) make up the "creative class" that is composed of knowledge workers, techies and cultural creatives.
"More than 55 million Americans (35% of the workforce) make up the "creative class" that is composed of knowledge workers, techies and cultural creatives.
- Recently, the City of Mesa was cited as having the third fastest growing creative class in the country after Miami and Fort Worth.
- From 2012 to 2017, Mesa's creative class grew 34 percent.
"Entrepreneurship drives innovation and improves cities by bringing new jobs and residents," Mayor John Giles said.
"Mesa's creative economy thrives when innovation, imagination, artistic freedom and access to knowledge are encouraged."
"Valuing entrepreneurship in all forms is a core Arizona State University design principle so we are pleased to be partnered with the City of Mesa," Ji Mi Choi, an associate vice president leading Entrepreneurship and Innovation, said.
"Arts entrepreneurship does more than create economic pathways and community engagement; it also gives more beauty of many forms into society."
Following the panel discussion will be networking with light refreshments.
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Tickets for the event are FREE and reservations are required.
To register, visit: https://bit.ly/34kIlIZ
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About Global Entrepreneurship Week
10 million people. 35,000 events. 170+ countries. Every November. One Week. Removing barriers and welcoming all. GEW 2019 will be November 18-24, 2019
GEW 2019 will be November 18-24, 2019.
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About Global Entrepreneurship Week
GEW is a celebration of the innovators and job creators who launch startups that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth and expand human welfare.
During one week each November, GEW inspires people everywhere through local, national and global activities designed to help them explore their potential as self-starters and innovators.
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About the City of Mesa
With a population of more than 511,000, Mesa, Arizona is the 35th largest city in the United States and second largest in the Phoenix-Mesa metro area.
Mesa encompasses 138 square miles inside a 21-city region that has a population of 4.9 million people and is projected to grow to 5.3 million by 2024.
Mesa is a vibrant city and a premier location for business development opportunities. Serving industry leaders such as Apple, Banner Health, Boeing, Bridgestone, Empire Southwest, MD Helicopters, Nammo Talley, Ulthera, and more, Mesa is a smart location for intelligent companies.
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Office of Economic Development
Contact: Kim Lofgreen
Tel. 480-644-3962
