EIX - Entrepreneur & Innovation Exchange

What can founders learn from an idea that began in a college dorm room? In her latest EIX interview, Kimberly Eddleston talks with Samantha Asprelli, founder of Give n’ Glow, about how a simple idea grew into a thriving regional non-profit. Read the interview: eiexchange.com/content/Lesson… #EIXInsights #Bootstrapping #LeanStartup #SocialImpact #Entrepreneurship

On Memorial Day, we pause with gratitude for the U.S. service members who gave their lives in service to our country. As a community dedicated to learning, leadership, and building a better future, we honor their sacrifice and remember the families and communities forever shaped by it.

Venture debt is often part of the startup funding conversation, but it is not always well understood outside the people structuring the deals. In his latest EIX article, Peter Birkeland talks with Marshall Hawks, author of Venture Debt Deals, about what founders should know before adding debt to the mix. Read the article: eiexchange.com/content/what-s… #EIXInsights #StartupFunding #VentureDebt #Entrepreneurship #FoundersPromote

What do agile companies need most: more freedom or more discipline? According to Dr. Yoel Asseraf, the answer is both. In his latest EIX article, Dr. Asseraf explains why the most agile companies don’t simply move fast — they balance creativity, structure, experimentation, and accountability. It’s a practical read for entrepreneurs, managers, and business leaders working to build organizations that can adapt without losing focus. Read the article: eiexchange.com/content/agile-… #EIXInsights #Agility #Innovation #Leadership #OrganizationalCulture

#Mothersday is Sunday. If you're a successful #entrepreneur, thank your mom for all those family dinners! Research by Kimberly Eddleston shows that family meals can encourage entrepreneurship. eiexchange.com/content/famly-…

Our past memories can hold us back or give us confidence to tackle new challenges and pursue new opportunities. This is especially true for #businessowners, as Ludvig Levasseur found out through his intriguing research. eiexchange.com/content/Positi…

Mayday! Did you know that the most innovative firms are often the least prepared for catastrophe? The key, says John Parnell, is to anticipate problems and have a plan in place well before you need it. eiexchange.com/content/small-…

As 25 teams of #undergraduate #innovators head to e-Fest this week, they've prepared one-minute sneak previews of their innovations and the markets they hope to reach. Vote for your favorite! eiexchange.com/content/cast-y…

On #earthday, let's celebrate #entrepreneurs who care about the planet as well as profits. Chunka Mui explores the rich opportunities ahead for innovators willing to tackle the world's most vexing environmental and social problems. eiexchange.com/content/todays…

It's tax day! Does your startup's legal structure help you maximize your advantages? If you're still figuring it out, Tanya Marcum offers a primer. eiexchange.com/content/which-…

"Putting yourself in the customer's shoes" is hard for #startup #management teams who share the same history, relationships, and assumptions. Paul Edelman shows how to break free, develop greater empathy, innovate, and grow the business. eiexchange.com/content/why-pe…

Many leaders focus on how AI helps them automate, but the bigger payoff may be better judgment: helping them explore options, test ideas, and make stronger calls in uncertain markets. Author and consultant Edosa Odaro explains why. eiexchange.com/content/AI-is-…

Mauricio Mercado's article examines how racially homogenous teams may struggle, while diverse teams excel in creativity and problem-solving. Inclusion goes beyond representation. Read the article here: eiexchange.com/content/birds-…

Entrepreneurship thrives with support systems. Ozlem Ogutveren Gonul explores how ecosystems and leaders can effectively aid minority entrepreneurs, emphasizing actionable strategies over mere intentions. Read the article: eiexchange.com/content/352-En…

On Presidents’ Day, reflect on how we show up and our defining choices. For founders and educators, ethical decision-making impacts culture and credibility. Explore insights on ethics and responsible growth in our Leadership Issue: eiexchange.com/issues/28

Love and business protection are vital, especially for entrepreneurs getting married. This article by James Hoffman and Dwight Kealy emphasizes prenups to foster clarity and trust, not distrust. Read the article: eiexchange.com/content/gettin…

This week, we celebrated International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we revisit an article highlighting Poornima Vijayashanker’s Femgineer-platform that empowers women in tech through education, community, and confidence. eiexchange.com/content/145-f

Congrats to Jennifer Gessner for her lesson plan, Introducing the Business Model, aimed at high school students. Bringing entrepreneurship to life! #EIXInsights #SchulzePublicationAward #InnovationInEducation #AuthorSpotlight 🔗

Congrats to Steve Blank for Stanford’s Lean Launchpad Class making a significant impact! A prime example of experiential entrepreneurship education transforming outcomes at scale. #EIXInsights #SchulzePublicationAward #InnovationInEducation #ImpactfulArticles #Author

Congrats to Jing Betty Feng and Jennifer Gessner for Unlock Creativity and Problem-Solving with LEGO Serious Play—a hands-on approach to teaching innovation. #EIXInsights #SchulzePublicationAward #InnovationInEducation #AuthorSpotlight