President Obama and President Kenyatta opened the 6th annual Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES), co-hosted by the United States and the Government of Kenya, and announced new commitments to promote entrepreneurship as a driver for economic growth, social inclusion, and secure communities. Following his historic 2009 Cairo speech, President Obama elevated innovation and entrepreneurship in the U.S. engagement agenda and hosted the first GES at the White House in 2010. Over the past six years, the United States has been a leader in catalyzing entrepreneurship globally by developing innovative ecosystems; advocating for stronger business climates through rule of law and transparent business conduct; promoting entrepreneurship for women, youth, and marginalized communities; and mobilizing the private sector to expand impact. Read the full report here.
President Obama Announces Africa Women Entrepreneurship Centers During GES
Editor2020-03-22T12:26:28+00:00July 26th, 2015|Entrepreneurial Communities, Entrepreneurial ecosystem, News, Uncategorized, Women Empowerment, Women Entrepreneurship|