Resources for business and entrepreneurship

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• Organizations supporting business and entrepreneurship
• Education
• Specifically for kids
• Blogs
• Podcasts

Organizations supporting business and entrepreneurship

1. Black Enterprise: This multimedia company and resource is dedicated to business, investing, and wealth-building for Black Americans, offering advice, news, and event coverage geared toward professionals, entrepreneurs, and students interested in financial empowerment and career advancement. It publishes articles, produces TV shows, and hosts national conferences like the Entrepreneurs Summit and Women of Power Summit. 
2. Entrepreneurs resource library: This resource, part of the EY Entrepreneurs Access Network (EAN),  provides founders and business leaders with educational tools, connections, and expert guidance on strategy, financial resilience, risk management, and public policy. 
3. Ladies Who Launch: This nonprofit organization supports women and non-binary entrepreneurs through education, funding, and community. It runs programs like “Launch Program,” which grants eligible small businesses funding, plus mentorship and educational resources. The site offers curated business resources, a grants database, events, and educational content. 
4. Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA): The U.S. Department of Commerce funds this agency, with a mission to promote the growth, competitiveness, and global opportunities of minority business enterprises (MBEs). IT offers technical assistance and consulting, a national network of MBDA Business Centers, programming, and a Minority Colleges & Universities (MCU) program. 
5. National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE): This nonprofit supports self-employed people and small business owners by providing education, tools, and advocacy. Its services and benefits include access to advice, member discounts, and resources for managing business finances, insurance, and other costs. It also has a grants & scholarships program. Student memberships are available.
6. National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO): This organization supports women entrepreneurs across industries through networking, education, advocacy, and resources. It offers a NextGen membership category designed for younger/emerging entrepreneurs, including those in school, and those in their first 1-3 years of a business start-up. 
7. National Federation of Independent Business: This association represents small and independent business owners in the U.S. It provides advocacy, legal, and regulatory support, as well as resources and benefits to its members. 
8. National Veteran Owned Business Association (NaVOBA): This nonprofit advances the interests of veteran-owned businesses. One of its core functions is certifying Veteran’s Business Enterprises and Service-Disabled Veteran’s Business Enterprises. It connects these certified firms with corporate supply chains through advocacy, matchmaking events, training, and network development.
9. National Women’s Business Council (NWBC): This nonpartisan federal advisory committee provides policy advice and recommendations to the government. Its mission is to advocate for and elevate the voices and interests of women business owners and entrepreneurs in areas like access to capital, procurement, inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems, and policy measures.
10. NYU’s Catherine B. Reynolds Speaker Series: This social initiative supports social entrepreneurship across undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. The speaker series brings in thought leaders, social entrepreneurs, and changemakers to speak on topics related to impact, business + society, innovation, etc. It also offers courses, workshops, a “Changemaker Challenge” funding competition for students, visiting scholars, networking, and events.
11. SCORE: This nonprofit organization and business partner to the SBA provides free mentoring, education, and business resources to small business owners and entrepreneurs. Many of its volunteer mentors are former business executives. It offers help with business planning, marketing, financials, operations, and growth strategies, plus workshops, webinars, online courses, templates, toolkits, and other educational content.
12. Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) & Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR): These programs work together to spur innovation and technology development through small businesses. SBIR/STTR provides grants/contracts to small businesses to support R&D and commercialization of new ideas. The SBA coordinates its programs, which are implemented through multiple federal agencies. The SBIR site provides information on how to apply, solicitations, resources, and tutorials to help entrepreneurs prepare proposals.
13. Stanford eCorner: This educational/resource platform run by Stanford’s Technology Ventures Program (STVP) hosts a large library of free content (videos, podcasts, articles, series) on entrepreneurship, innovation, startup strategy, leadership, and related topics. Its goal is to provide inspiration, insights, and learning tools for aspiring entrepreneurs, educators, and students worldwide.
14. Startup America Partnership: This alliance, launched in 2011 in collaboration with the White House, the Kauffman Foundation, and the Case Foundation, had a goal of accelerating high-growth entrepreneurship in the U.S. Although it’s no longer active, the website still offers useful resources for entrepreneurs and startups. 
15. U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA): A federal agency within the U.S. Commerce Department, its mission is to promote regional economic development, particularly in underserved or distressed areas, by supporting innovation, competitiveness, infrastructure, and workforce development. It offers funding, grants, and assistance to eligible applicants. 
16. U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce: This membership-driven organization connects minority-owned businesses with domestic and international opportunities. IT facilitates economic diplomacy, trade, strategic partnerships, and inclusive commerce, running trade missions, business consulting, access to government contracting, events and summits, networking, and technology support. 
17. U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA): This agency, within the U.S. Department of Commerce, supports, counsels, and provides financial and technical assistance to small businesses.
18. U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce: This national organization advocates for women and women-owned businesses, especially in relation to government contracting, access to capital, leadership, and economic equity. It also acts as an SBA-authorized third-party certifier for Women-Owned Small Business and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business programs. 
19. Women’s Business Enterprise National Council: This nonprofit organization has a mission to help women entrepreneurs grow by providing access to certification, networking, education programs, corporate procurement opportunities, and leadership development. It also recruits corporate members who commit to supplier diversity and inclusion.
20. Y Combinator Library: This startup accelerator/seed investment organization maintains a library that includes essays, videos, podcasts, and tutorials focused on founding, growth, product, marketing, fundraising, and other startup topics. It’s free and public, and anyone (including students) can access the content.

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Education

1. Brown University - Leadership Institute: Leadership in Changing Business - Social Entrepreneurship: This pre-college course helps students learn how social entrepreneurs use innovation to address challenges in fields like health, education, and the environment. It includes an exploration of social enterprises, including nonprofit and for-profit businesses, guest speakers from mission-driven organizations, and the development of a business plan and elevator pitch for a social enterprise idea.
2. Brown University - I Heart Startups: An Entrepreneurship Incubator: This workshop-style course teaches students about the entrepreneurial process as a structured approach to problem-solving. Students learn about lean principles and use tools and methods for ideation and innovation, looking at established companies that were once startups and new ventures across various sectors. 
3. MIT OpenCourseWare: Want to turn your cool idea into a business or level up your entrepreneurial and technical skills? MIT Open Learning offers a bunch of free online courses. Available through MIT OpenCourseWare and MITx, these courses are designed to empower aspiring and current entrepreneurs. They provide the foundational knowledge to start and grow a business.
4. Coursera: This online learning platform has partnered with over 350 universities and companies to offer courses, certifications, and degrees. Many classes are free to audit — students can access lectures, readings, and even some assessments without paying, which is a great option for trying new subjects without a financial commitment.
5. Columbia University - Empowering Change: An Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship: This hands-on program teaches high school students how to use business principles to solve global problems. It covers topics like developing solutions for social impact, collaborative projects, debates, and case studies. 
6. Columbia University - Entrepreneurship & Innovation: Changing the World via Venture Creation: Students interested in creating new businesses or social enterprises can take this course, which covers business model development, customer discovery, market analysis, and financial planning. 
7. Cornell University - Entrepreneurship and Concept Development in the Food and Beverage Industry: This course teaches students how to assess a market, test ideas, and successfully plan new food and beverage ventures. The curriculum covers topics like market segmentation, marketing, food safety, and supply chain management. 
8. Dartmouth College - The Art of Entrepreneurship: Students get hands-on experience by developing their startup from day one. This program helps them build core entrepreneurial skills, including creativity, resiliency, financial intuition, and strategic thinking. Its curriculum covers customer discovery, business model development, marketing, and financial planning.
9. Google Digital Garage: This nonprofit program offers free online courses, training, and certifications to help people improve their digital skills. Courses fall into three buckets, including data and tech, career development, and digital marketing, which includes topics like the fundamentals of digital marketing, online advertising, and social media management. 
10. Harvard University - Pre-College Program (Business and Leadership Courses): This two-week program for high school students is designed to provide a taste of college life. This course introduces business strategy, entrepreneurship, leadership development, and negotiation skills. 
11. Harvard Undergraduate Ventures - TECH Summer Program: This online innovation program, hosted in collaboration between HUV and the Technology & Entrepreneurship Center at Harvard (TECH), gives high school students an opportunity to intern with leading startups. Participants work with CEOs, investors, and Harvard faculty. 
12. HubSpot Academy: This free online learning and certification from HubSpot is great for anyone interested in learning about inbound marketing, sales, and customer service. Students can take courses, earn certifications, and access other resources.
13. Kutztown University SBDC - Free Online Learning Programs: This resource offers free online learning programs for entrepreneurs on starting a business, managing a business, finance, taxes, marketing, and technology. Some courses are from the university’s partners, including the SBA, IRS, and American Express.
14. PSU’s LaunchBox & Innovation Network: This Pennsylvania statewide initiative provides no-cost resources to entrepreneurs and innovators to help them grow their businesses. Services include accelerators and programs, legal and IP advice, prototyping and fabrication, mentorship and consulting, coworking spaces, and pitch competitions and events.
15. University of Pennsylvania, Wharton - Leadership in the Business World: This three-week summer program for rising high school seniors introduces students to undergraduate business education and helps them improve their leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. It focuses on the fundamentals and organizational strategy through projects, simulations, and debates. Participants earn a Wharton Global Youth Certificate of Completion.
16. U.S. SBA Learning Center: The “Plan Your Business” section offers a guide for turning your business idea into a reality. Content covers essential steps for aspiring entrepreneurs, including market research and competitive analysis, business plan development, startup cost calculation, business funding, business credit, and more.
17. Yale Entrepreneurial Society (YES) High School Fellowship: This 8-week online masterclass for high school students interested in entrepreneurship equips them with the tools and mindset to launch their own startup or contribute to a successful one. Fellows learn from professors and undergraduate entrepreneurs, covering topics such as ideation, business modeling, product development, marketing, sales, and pitching.
    

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Specifically for kids

1. Acton Children’s Business Fairs: This one-day event gives kids a chance to create and launch their own business. The fair’s goal is to provide a safe, fun environment for young entrepreneurs to develop a product or service, interact with customers, handle money, and solve problems. Over 90,000 children have participated in more than 4,000 fairs held in over 760 cities.
2. DECA: This organization prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in four key clusters: business management and administration, entrepreneurship, finance, and hospitality and tourism. It’s a classroom-integrated program providing educational resources to high school and college students worldwide.
3. Beta Camp: This virtual entrepreneurship and business accelerator program for high school students provides hands-on learning where participants develop a revenue-generating startup. The program features a curriculum inspired by top MBA programs and Silicon Valley incubators, as well as mentorship from business leaders, startup CEOs, and professionals from companies such as Google and McKinsey. 
4. Biz Kid$: This national financial literacy initiative is based on an Emmy Award-winning public television series where kids teach kids about money and business. The series uses a mix of real-life stories of young entrepreneurs, sketch comedy, and money tips to make complex financial concepts accessible and engaging for children and teens.
5. BUILD: This organization uses entrepreneurship to help students in under-resourced communities become the “CEO of their own lives.” Its mission is to empower youth for success by helping them develop an entrepreneurial mindset. The program connects young entrepreneurs with volunteer mentors from the business world to provide guidance and support. It also offers training for educators to teach entrepreneurial skills, focusing on traits like communication, innovation, collaboration, grit, problem-solving, and financial management.
6. Business Professionals of America (BPA): This group is a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) for students pursuing careers in business and information technology. IT provides educational programs and resources for students in high school and colleges around the world. Students can develop skills, compete in local and national competitions, and earn certifications in various business fields.
7. E-Seedling: This one-week program offers in-person and virtual options for students to learn how to create a business plan, understand marketing, branding, and sales, manage business financials, and develop presentation, leadership, and teamwork skills.
8. Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA): This nonprofit career and technical student organization prepares students for careers in business. It’s the largest student business organization in the world, with divisions for middle school, high school, and college students. Its mission is to inspire and prepare students to become community-minded business leaders through programming and activities like academic competitions, educational programs, and community service.
9. Hudson Lab Ventures: This global, applied entrepreneurship program for high school and university students offers two-week summer innovation camps in international locations like NYC, Lisbon, Porto, and Seoul. At camp, students collaborate to solve real-world corporate challenges using the innovation methodology of the venture studio Co-Created. The goal is to equip students with essential future skills by bridging the gap between the school and professional worlds. 
10. Junior Achievement: This nonprofit organization prepares kids for success, offering programs focused on financial literacy, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship. The organization partners with schools and businesses to provide educational materials and hands-on learning opportunities. It also offers post-high school programs for students to continue their learning and growth.
11. Kid Everest: This crowdfunding, COPPA-compliant website is specifically for kids who want to start their own business. The platform also provides educational log posts and resources to help “kidpreneurs” learn about the process of starting a business and running a successful crowdfunding campaign. 
12. K12 High School Student Entrepreneurship Resource Center: This online education company provides curricula and programs for students in grades K-12. Its resource center offers numerous resources for students interested in entrepreneurship.
13. LaunchX: This organization offers in-person and online programs for youth entrepreneurs, including the Online Entrepreneurship BootCamp, Online Innovation, and San Diego Exploration. It also hosts a high school entrepreneurship competition, AwardX International, with a chance to win $5,000. 
14. Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE): This organization provides entrepreneurial education to youth in underserved communities. Since 1987, the group has reached over 1.4 million learners globally. Its goal is to empower students with an entrepreneurial mindset and business skills to create solutions for real-world problems. It partners with school districts to integrate this education into the curriculum, offering students the skills, connections, and experiences to “own their futures.”
15. The Knowledge Society (TKS): This 10-month global innovation program for high school students, aged 13-17, helps youth solve global problems, impact billions, and create the future. It focuses on a balance of technical and real-world skills.  
16. TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TYE): This global program, from TiE Global, teaches entrepreneurship to high school students (ages 13-18) in a hands-on, academy-style environment. Students work in teams to develop a startup from scratch. The program culminates in a pitch competition where teams present their startup ideas to a panel of investors and entrepreneurs. Winners advance to the TYE Global Finals and compete for seed funding.
17. Young Entrepreneur Institute: This organization supports K-12 entrepreneurship education for students and educators. Its mission is to equip them with an entrepreneurial mindset and the skills needed for success in school and life. It offers programs like the Young Entrepreneur Pitch Challenge, Young Entrepreneur Market, and Entrepreneur Pathways.
18. Young Entrepreneurs Council (YEC): This selective, invitation-only organization for entrepreneurs under age 45 offers resources to help its members grow their business and personal brand. It also connects them with a network of other high-impact founders. Its mission is to support rising entrepreneurs in making a meaningful impact and pioneering new innovations.
19. Young Inventors’ Program (YIP): This program helps students turn ideas into inventions by encouraging creativity and teaching the process of innovation, including the importance of testing and retesting ideas. It also provides resources that can be adapted for classrooms and after-school programs. Participants have the opportunity to showcase their projects at local, regional, and national competitions.
20. Young Founder’s Lab: This elite incubator and startup bootcamp for high school students helps them build ventures, including startups and nonprofits, that can generate revenue and serve their communities. The program offers team-based and individual formats, with one-on-one mentorship to guide students through the process of developing and launching a business.
21. Youth Entrepreneur Institute (YEI): This organization provides entrepreneurial education to young people, particularly those in underserved communities. Its mission is to empower at-risk youth by teaching them the fundamentals of entrepreneurship combined with arts and STEM education. It offers programs for high school students and those in grades 4 through 8.

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Blogs

1. AllBusiness: This blog offers entrepreneurs content on many topics, from starting a business and fundraising to sales, marketing, leadership, and emerging industry trends. Its purpose is to empower professionals with the knowledge they need to succeed.
2. Bplans: This website helps entrepreneurs and small business owners navigate how to start and run a business. Resources include an online library of 550+ free sample business plans, templates and a step-by-step guide for writing a business plan, and articles/guides on topics like startup costs, funding, and marketing. It also offers interactive tools and calculators.
3. Entrepreneur.com: This website provides news, articles, and resources for entrepreneurs and business owners. It covers topics like starting and growing a business, leadership, technology, and franchising.
4. Inc.com: This website provides insights, news, and advice for entrepreneurs and business owners, offering resources like books, podcasts, and events, including the annual Inc. 5000 Conference, to help entrepreneurs learn and network.
5. Noobpreneur: This online magazine offers tips and ideas for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Its name, a combination of “newbie” and “entrepreneur,” reflects its mission to help those new to entrepreneurship. It’s a multi-authored platform that emphasizes continuous learning and not fearing failure.
6. SBA Blog: This blog provides news, perspectives, and practical information for small businesses. It also features resources for specific groups, such as Native American- and veteran-owned businesses.
7. Small Business Trends: This online publication provides news, advice, and tips for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Its mission is to deliver “small business success daily.” Content covers topics on how to launch a startup, guidance on team building, productivity, and leadership, tips and strategies for branding, social media, and advertising, and information on how technology and AI are impacting small businesses.
8. Startup Nation: This online resource for entrepreneurs and business owners offers information and advice on a range of business-related topics, including how to start and grow a business, funding, marketing, and business technology. The website features articles, books, and audio content, plus a newsletter.
9. Women on Business: This blog offers expertise, tips, and advice to help businesswomen build successful careers and brands. The site features a variety of business-related topics, including digital safety, work-life balance, confidence, and business valuation.

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Podcasts

1. All of Your Beeswax: This podcast is for kids and parents about business, life, and learning. It’s hosted by Pat, a successful serial entrepreneur, and his son, Keoni. The goal is to help parents and kids start conversations about entrepreneurial principles, overcoming challenges, creative business ideas, and financial and business concepts. 
2. Berkeley Innovation Podcast: Produced by students from the Berkeley Innovation organization, its goal is to teach listeners about the process of innovation and design. It features conversations with industry leaders, designers, and entrepreneurs from companies like Google, IDEO, and Airtable. Topics include human-centered design, product development, and the future of technology.
3. The Business Narrative: This YouTube channel and podcast provide content on business and entrepreneurship. The channel features long-form videos and short-form content covering business strategies, career paths, financial literacy, and personal development. Its goal is to offer actionable advice and inspiration for a wide audience, from students to professionals. 
4. Business Wars: Hosted by David Brown, this show tells stories of epic corporate rivalries. Each podcast season is dedicated to a single, high-stakes competition between two major companies or business leaders. Featured rivalries have included Nike vs. Adidas, Netflix vs. Blockbuster, Coke vs. Pepsi, and Marvel vs. DC.
5. Coffee Grinds: Co-hosted by Valerie Van Winkle, this podcast’s goal is to inspire and educate young entrepreneurs by sharing stories and lessons from the business world. Each episode features an interview with a successful entrepreneur, focusing on their journey and the lessons they have learned along the way.
6. Entrepreneurs on Fire
   A daily podcast hosted by John Lee Dumas, this podcast features interviews with business leaders and innovators. The show covers many topics, including business strategies, marketing and branding, productivity and time management, and overcoming professional obstacles.
7. The Founders Couch: While not currently active, you can listen to past episodes of this talk show featuring interviews with young entrepreneurs, primarily student founders. Each episode pulls back the curtain on the journeys of student founders, covering topics like how they came up with their ideas, the challenges they faced while balancing school and their ventures, and practical advice on securing funding, building a team, and marketing.
8. HBR IdeaCast: This weekly podcast, presented by Harvard Business Review, features interviews with business leaders, academics, and thought leaders from many industries. It includes in-depth conversations about management, innovation, leadership, and emerging trends.
9. How I Built This: Hosted by NPR’s Guy Raz, the podcast is a narrative journey into the minds of some of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs and innovators. Each episode features a detailed interview with the founder, telling the story behind their company’s creation, from the initial struggles and setbacks to the ultimate triumphs. The show covers companies like Dyson, Airbnb, Patagonia, and Spanx.
10. Mixergy: This podcast, hosted by Andrew Warner, features interviews with successful startup founders and entrepreneurs. It’s designed to teach about the real-life challenges and strategies involved in building a business. Known for its in-depth and candid interviews, the show shares people's stories, including their biggest mistakes and breakthroughs. Its goal is to provide a “business school in a box” by offering practical, actionable advice for aspiring and current entrepreneurs.
11. Prof G Pod: Bestselling author, professor, and entrepreneur Scott Galloway hosts this show, which provides business analysis, insights, and career advice. Its formats include markets, where Scott shares his perspective on trends and top business stories; office hours, where he answers listener questions; and conversations, where he interviews leading thinkers in business, technology, and culture.
12. The Start-up Student Podcast: This podcast gives practical advice to students and aspiring entrepreneurs, featuring insights from students and experts from around the world on topics like starting and marketing your own business, productivity and balancing business with student life, intellectual property, and risk-taking. It aims to provide a mix of educational content and real-world stories to help listeners turn their ideas into reality.
13. This Week in Startups: Hosted by Jason Calcanis, an angel investor and entrepreneur, this podcast provides an unfiltered look into the world of startups, technology, and venture capital. Episodes cover current events in the startup world, fundraising strategies and best practices, product development and market trends, and personal insights from top entrepreneurs.
14. Young Trep Podcast: Rylee Meek hosts this podcast, which shares stories of young business owners to inspire and educate other aspiring entrepreneurs. Each episode is a conversation with a young founder about their business journey, challenges and triumphs, and practical advice.

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