by Ellen D. Harpel | Jul 24, 2022 | Uncategorized
Small and new businesses have been buffeted by economic challenges. In response, federal, state and local leaders have created new programs to assist struggling entrepreneurs and business owners. Initiatives typically offer access to capital and technical assistance...
by Smart Incentives | Jul 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
Governors and other state leaders are working to simplify regulatory processes for new and existing businesses. A new paper prepared by Smart Incentives for the National Governors Association highlights how states are creating one-stop online hubs for business needs,...
by Ellen D. Harpel | Nov 17, 2021 | equitable economic development, Uncategorized
Our research on incentives for entrepreneurial firms found that we need a new approach to working with entrepreneurs in underserved locations and demographic groups. Our belief is that expanding access to flagship entrepreneurship programs so that...
by Smart Incentives | Mar 30, 2021 | Incentive programs
The Kauffman Foundation held a forum last week on Business Incentives: What Do They Mean for Entrepreneurship? Darrene Hackler and Ellen Harpel were pleased to join the panel of experts talking about different aspects of business incentives and entrepreneurship for...
by Smart Incentives | Oct 6, 2020 | Incentive programs
It depends on what outcome you hope they achieve. A research paper released this summer found that, yes, angel investor tax credits do increase angel investment. But, no, they do not have a significant effect on entrepreneurial activity or the local economy. ...
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