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Easy, Breezy, Summer Listening (Podcast)
Summer, sunshine and the relentless pursuit of building the future. In the startup world, the summer is notorious for being the absolute worst time to do one thing - fundraise. The myth goes something like… “all of the venture...
Conversations with Steve Case and Heartland Visionaries
Conversations with Steve Case and Heartland Visionaries Today, we have some incredibly exciting news to share with you. After nearly six years of making a significant impact by connecting thousands of individuals to new career...
AI “Over” Hype is “Under” Valued
A few weeks ago, we had an amazing event in Cleveland but something important was missing. A sold out crowd with hundreds of entrepreneurs and investors from across the region gathered to talk tech, but where were all the artificial...
Gridiron to Groundbreaking
The end of summer signals the return of students to campus and the kick off of...
The Future After The Future
World-changing tech doesn’t come around too often. But I’m sensing the winds of...
Summertime Growth
Summertime is a time to grow. Vacation is a great time to grow your relationships....
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Trust the network
The key to success for tech startups and aspiring tech hub cities is the quality of their trust network. This is the true “secret” to Silicon Valley success. It isn’t a place; it’s a trust network.
Disease. Famine. War. Hope.
Massive, world-altering problems are always ahead for humanity. It may seem like today's challenges are insurmountable, but in reality, these are just the challenges of the moment. I believe that bigger problems only lead to bigger solutions. Humans are...
Where is the next Uber?
Coming out of the current economic downturn, we should expect to see (and are already seeing) an explosion of entrepreneurial activity–and not just in the Bay Area, but across the country. We can be sure that the next breakout tech company is being built today somewhere, and by most indications, it’s just as likely in the Heartland as Silicon Valley.
Successful founders share their stories
I’m excited to launch a new series of short videos called “Founder Friday,” which spotlight the amazing innovation, tenacity and leadership of tech founders from across the American Heartland.
Reflecting on One America Works’ Impact
One America Works is more than an inspirational vision – we’ve made a real, measurable impact. We believe the opportunity is just beginning. The Heartland has the people to innovate – and only requires the capital to fuel that innovation.
Tech in 2023: Promising Times for the Silicon Heartland
For so many people in the tech sector, the end of 2022 can’t get here soon enough. I feel much the same way, but mostly because I’m excited about what 2023 has in store.
City Highlights
Indianapolis Makes its Mark in Cloud Based Marketing
Cloud-based marketing has risen in sharp popularity in recent years with more companies realizing...
Location Matters. So How Do You Choose?
Whether you are a business leader looking for the best place to open a new office or a tech worker looking to relocate to advance your career, location matters. But how do you choose the right one that meets your current and future needs? Here are some things to consider.
Denver Flying High with Aerospace Sector Growth
In recent years and across the country, there has been a major tech boom. This trend is especially...
Small Cities Win Big
Remote work is setting the stage for a redistribution of wealth away from the hands of a few select cities. Instead, it is going toward smaller towns and suburbs that were traditionally left out of the wealth produced in America’s greatest economies.
Where Should You Expand Your Company?
There is a lot that goes into choosing a location for company expansion. Businesses look at a number of factors including cost, talent availability, quality of life, and connectivity. To make it easier for growing companies to research potential cities and highlight up-and-coming tech hubs, we created the City Selector Tool.
Funding
Startups Can Thrive in Salt Lake City
When people think of Salt Lake City, they may picture a glowing metropolis nestled between...
Austin’s TurnKey Vacation Rentals Lands $31 Million in Funding
TurnKey Vacation Rentals, one of the nation’s largest vacation rental management companies,...
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Successful founders share their stories
I’m excited to launch a new series of short videos called “Founder Friday,” which spotlight the amazing innovation, tenacity and leadership of tech founders from across the American Heartland.
Reflecting on One America Works’ Impact
One America Works is more than an inspirational vision – we’ve made a real, measurable impact. We believe the opportunity is just beginning. The Heartland has the people to innovate – and only requires the capital to fuel that innovation.
Tech in 2023: Promising Times for the Silicon Heartland
For so many people in the tech sector, the end of 2022 can’t get here soon enough. I feel much the same way, but mostly because I’m excited about what 2023 has in store.
2023 Tech Outlook: 3 Big Trends to Watch in the New Year
As this rollercoaster year comes to a close, the team at One America Works cannot wait to see what 2023 has in store for the communities of the Silicon Heartland.
How Columbus’ Growing Tech and Arts Scene Is Making it a Top Destination
As Columbus’ tech and culture scene rapidly expands, more and more people are beginning to take notice of what the city has to offer.
