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Left Connecticut today, already outside of Boston in the New Hampshire area. If you haven't been to Connecticut before, it's an absolutely beautiful part of the country containing plenty of forest area (my happy place). This trip hasn't had too much decompression time, but for my entrepreneur friends, remember it's absolutely critical to take time to avoid burnout. For me it's always either going to the woods or fishing that helps me to reset. I'll be in NH today and tomorrow then off to Erie, PA. Plans for the remainder of the trip: 7/24 - 7/25: Boston MA / New Hampshire area 7/26: Erie, PA 7/27 - 7/28: Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH 7/29 - 7/31: Cincinnati/Dayton, OH 8/1 - 8/2: Indianapolis, IN 8/3 - 8/5: Memphis, TN 8/6 - 8/9: Dallas, TX area 8/10 - 8/12: En Route Home 8/13+ 🙂 Back to Reality #entrepreneurship #mbse #systemsengineering #enterprisearchitecture #softwarearchitecture #sysml #digitalengineering #digitalthread #digitalenterprise #digitaltransformation #digitaltwin #digitalthread #ontologies #datamodeling

🚀🌟 Exciting Times Ahead for Tampa Bay! 🌟🚀 Thrilled to share some thoughts on why the #TampaBay area is poised to be the next big hub for business growth! As we navigate the currents of economic transformation, #TampaBay's sails are set to catch the winds of change. With a perfect storm of favorable tax laws, a growing talent pool, and a quality of life that's as sunny as its skies, Tampa Bay is turning heads as the upcoming capital for innovators, entrepreneurs, and forward-thinkers. 🌱 Growing Business-Friendly Environment: Florida's business-friendly climate is no secret, and Tampa Bay exemplifies this with competitive tax policies, financial incentives, and a government that's as welcoming as the Gulf Coast beaches. This fertile ground for startups and established businesses alike is drawing a spectrum of industries from fintech to healthcare, from cybersecurity to green tech. 🧠 Surge of Talent: The influx of new residents and the growth of educational institutions in the area are creating a vibrant, skilled workforce. The University of South Florida and other local colleges are acting as incubators for fresh talent, catalyzing innovation and ensuring that companies have access to the employees they need to thrive. 🔗 Connectivity and Infrastructure: With its strategic location, Tampa Bay offers robust connectivity and infrastructure. The expansion of the Tampa International Airport and Port Tampa Bay, along with a commitment to improving transit systems, makes it an ideal hub for both national and international business. 🏡 Quality of Life: Let's not overlook the allure of the lifestyle here. Tampa's cost of living, cultural diversity, and abundance of recreational activities are magnetic. After all, a happy, balanced life outside of work fuels passion and productivity within it. 🤝 Collaborative Community: Networking is everything, and Tampa's collaborative spirit is unmatched. There's a sense of camaraderie in the business community, where partnerships are nurtured, and success is a shared journey. As we watch this vibrant cityscape rise against the backdrop of the beautiful Bay, I'm convinced more than ever that the future shines brightly for Tampa Bay. Let's start a conversation on how we can tap into this potential together! #TampaBayRising #BusinessGrowth #InnovationHub #Entrepreneurship #TampaBayBusiness #EconomicDevelopment

🌟 Exploring the Business Landscape of Houston, Texas 🌟 Houston, Texas stands out as a thriving hub for businesses across various industries. Let's delve into the bustling business scene in this vibrant city and explore the diverse array of companies that call Houston home. - **Energy Powerhouse:** Houston's legacy in the energy sector is undeniable. From oil and gas giants to renewable energy innovators, the city continues to lead the way in powering the world. - **Healthcare Haven:** With the renowned Texas Medical Center at its core, Houston boasts a robust healthcare sector. A myriad of hospitals, research institutions, and biotech firms contribute to the city's reputation as a healthcare destination. - **Space Exploration:** Home to NASA's Johnson Space Center, Houston is synonymous with space exploration. The city's ties to the aerospace industry are strong, fostering innovation and technological advancements. - **Diverse Industries:** Beyond its signature sectors, Houston hosts a diverse range of businesses. From finance and manufacturing to technology and transportation, the city offers a dynamic landscape for companies of all sizes. - **Entrepreneurial Spirit:** Houston's entrepreneurial spirit is palpable, with a supportive ecosystem for startups and small businesses. The city's resources, networks, and funding opportunities cater to aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make their mark. - **Collaborative Community:** What sets Houston apart is its collaborative business community. The city's network of professionals, organizations, and events cultivates a culture of collaboration, fostering growth and innovation. - **Resilient Economy:** Despite challenges, Houston's economy has shown remarkable resilience. The city's ability to adapt and pivot in the face of adversity underscores its strength as a business powerhouse. From energy titans shaping the future of clean energy to healthcare pioneers driving medical breakthroughs, Houston's business landscape is as diverse as it is dynamic. As companies continue to thrive and innovate in this vibrant city, the potential for growth and success knows no bounds. Let's stay inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit that defines Houston and harness the opportunities that lie ahead. #HoustonBusiness #InnovationHub #Entrepreneurship #BusinessCommunity #HoustonEconomy

Another ranking for the City of St. George! "The City of St. George, UT is the second-best small city for starting a business, ranking at the top of the country for both startups per capita and growth in the number of small businesses (over 42% between 2015 and 2021)." - WalletHub Utah has 4 cities in the top 10 and 3 of them are in Southern Utah. #1 City of Cedar City, UT (David Shane Johnson, MPA) #2 City of St. George, UT #4 Washington City, UT (Rusty Lee Hughes) It is rankings like this that continually show why the City of St. George has "The Business Climate You Want, The Lifestyle You Need." To read more on this ranking, click on the link below: https://lnkd.in/dWQSibVV Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity Economic Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah) Utah Alliance for Economic Development #economicdevelopment #cityrankings #bestcities #stgeorgeutah

WalletHub evaluated the business environment of over 1,300 small cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000 to identify the best ones for starting a business using a set of 18 critical metrics, including the growth in small business numbers, access to investors and labor costs. When it comes to the best small cities for starting a business, Utah is home to three of the top five. 1. Cedar City, Utah. 2. St. George, Utah. 3. Fort Meyers, Florida. 4. Washington, Utah. 5. Post Falls, Idaho. https://bit.ly/3Qls7cY

Great leadership lessons learned from an innovative and highly successful PE team The Riverside Company (30+ years), and key takeaways for any leader focused on creating a robust, thriving and flourishing team, culture and company. #culture #leadership #performance #mission

Your road to success will be filled with doubt, decisions, and defying expectations. The ride is full of questions. But it's in these challenges that you truly grow. Setbacks can become opportunities, and you can turn lemons into lemonade. From starting up multiple successful businesses, Richard Trepp's specialized knowledge at the intersection of computing, finance, entrepreneurship, and commercial real estate is unsurpassed. Get to know the mind behind one of the most revolutionary businesses in the CRE tech space, and then explore some of the solutions that Rockport can offer you: https://lnkd.in/dyf4yEnV

Small businesses in main streets, strip malls, and city streets everywhere: Learn how you can work together to build your local economies from the ground up. Feel free to download this free field guide I developed with the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation titled "Building Civic Capacity for Merchant Organizing." Yes, we do live in a time of transformative technologies and changing consumer preferences, but innovation is also about human organization and cooperation.

The Engines for Economic Growth event, hosted by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce and Nicor Gas, unveiled the remarkable depth of collaboration unfolding across our city, region, and state. It underscored the critical role of multifaceted partnerships, spanning economic development, business, industry, academia, and research, in propelling our collective success. In the photo, WBC's Vice Chair, Charles Smith, joined an esteemed lineup of panelists, Wendall Dallas, President & CEO of Nicor Gas, Rebecca B. Losli, PE, President of Illinois American Water, Tom O'Neill, Partner in Energy Practice and Litigation of Jenner & Block, Lou Sandoval, President & CEO of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, and Dan Seals, CEO of Intersect Illinois. he discussion was masterfully led by Maria Wynne. Charles shared his insights into fueling economic prosperity in our region. "Chicago is a powerhouse for innovation. We’ve got World Business Chicago, focused on private sector collaboration; P33 Chicago, establishing an ecosystem of founders to take Chicago to a tier one tech city; mHUB , incubating and accelerating startups in Chicago; Evergreen Climate Innovations, investing in early-stage startups in clean and climate tech; two national labs in our backyard, Argonne National Laboratory and Fermilab; best-in-class universities and research labs – the list goes on. As a result, we have a booming and thriving startup economy bringing new technologies to the region and state." #EconomicGrowth #Leadership #ChicagolandBusiness

That's us blushing. #GreenvilleSC is featured in The Economist this week. Our entrepreneurs and our City are highlighted in the article, "America is in the midst of an extraordinary startup boom. How the country revived its go-getting spirit." The international magazine, headquartered in London, found Greenville through its U.S Economics Editor. Simon Rabinovitch flew in on a beautiful day last week. While sitting in Falls Park, he spoke with the founders of Incora Health about their women's health-tracking earrings that are currently in clinical trials. He interviewed the founder of Supermoon while walking the trail and lunching at the Commons. Rabinovitch stopped by City Hall to chat with Mayor Knox White about how Greenville has become more than a tourist destination. He also met with our economic development partners including Village Launch, The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Furman University and NextGEN. Here's one of our favorite sections from the article, but we've linked it below if you want to read the whole thing. (Because it talks A LOT about Greenville) "Traditionally, American innovation has been focused in California’s Bay Area and urban dynamos such as Austin and New York. The new wave has fanned out to smaller cities around the country, from Boise to Raleigh. Greenville is another example. Better known for its genteel pace and walkable downtown than a striving business culture, it is an unlikely candidate to be a cradle of entrepreneurship. In the past few years, though, its livability has been a selling point, as remote work has taken off. Smallness can also be an advantage." https://lnkd.in/e5S_U2JA Thanks, Simon Rabinovitch for trusting us when we said, you gotta be in Greenville to get Greenville. Thanks, Bob King Landscapes for the new photo of our beautiful city.