Researchers Rahul C. Basole, Travis Howe, Yushim Kim, Scott LaCombe, Karen Mossberger, and Caroline Tolbert explore the evolving nature of big data and its relevance to entrepreneurship research.

Shakia Webb is a program officer in Entrepreneurship, where she will manage a broad grant portfolio that addresses systemic inequities that impact entrepreneurs’ access to capital. Prior to joining the Kauffman Foundation, Webb was an assistant vice president and small business relationship officer with UMB, where she originated commercial real estate (CRE) loans for small […]

As we make plans to go back to work in person, and discuss the future of the workplace, let’s not forget one critical component: a diverse and inclusive workforce. Building successful teams is no accident. Organizational teams that are diverse and inclusive exhibit qualities that are fast becoming the new standard for rebuilding our workforce […]

Ernestine Key is a program officer in Education for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she supports Real World Learning and other education-focused initiatives through maintaining a diverse grant portfolio focused on the Kansas City region. Prior to joining the Kauffman Foundation, Key was a program associate for Communities Foundation of Texas, where she supported […]

The Individual Schools Grant supports district, charter, and private schools in the Kansas City region serving lower-income students.

This paper highlights important patterns between employer startups (less than 1 year old) and employer firms 1 year or older, as well as between younger employer firms (0-5 years) and older employer firms (6 years and older) between 1978 and 2018.

Few experiences are more fun than watching middle-and high school students tour our shops and job sites. Their fascination with processes like laser cutting, drafting, and welding helps our team see our craftsmanship with fresh eyes. But as rewarding as these student visits are – and we can’t wait to begin hosting them again – […]

Employers play an essential role. Providing students with authentic problem-solving experiences allows students to see how their interests, aptitudes, and skills connect to local work opportunities. Employers can support learners by: Exploration of their industry. Engagement with content connected to the working world. Immersion through authentic environments and experiences with professionals. Whole system support, working […]

Panelists discuss how technology is changing the nature of work and entrepreneurship. Watch the full forum below.

Panelists discuss how business incentives affect regional entrepreneurship outcomes, where they fit within entrepreneur-led economic development strategies, and priorities for incentives in the post-COVID economy.