Last week on June 13, 2013, the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE), which is part of the Aspen Institute, released its 2012 Impact Report Each year, the organization takes a look at small businesses and the ups and downs in the sector at large. "By doing so we hope to draw further attention to the potential of small and growing businesses to create jobs, stimulate long-term economic growth, and produce environmental and social benefits," Katia Dumont the Central America and Mexico Regional Chapter Coordinator wrote in a blog post for Business Fights Poverty.
It's obvious, too, that ANDE is attempting to grow its reach, because it held launch events in places not in the United States but also in Mexico City, for instance.
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Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs website
ANDE on Facebook
The Aspen Institute on Facebook
ANDE on Twitter
The Aspen Institute on YouTube
Small Biz Impact Reports
The Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs Released Its Data
Trend Themes
1. Small Business Impact - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new strategies and tools to support the growth and impact of small businesses.
2. Entrepreneurship Development - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create programs and resources to foster entrepreneurship and support the development of startup ecosystems.
3. Sustainable Business Practices - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Drive innovation in sustainable business models and practices to promote environmental and social benefits.
Industry Implications
1. Small Business Consulting - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer specialized consulting services to help small businesses thrive and navigate challenges.
2. Startup Incubators - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establish incubators and accelerators to facilitate the growth and success of early-stage startups.
3. Sustainability Consulting - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Provide consulting services to assist businesses in integrating sustainability into their operations and strategies.