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Global Entrepreneurship Network
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Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) is a Washington D.C.-headquartered non-profit organization founded in 2008 that operates the world's largest entrepreneurship support network across 200 countries. Its programmatic portfolio is organized around four core pillars — GEN Founders, GEN Invest, GEN Policy, and GEN Ecosystems — supplemented by flagship events including the Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC), Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW, with 10 million annual participants), and the Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC, offering over $1.5M in prizes), plus specialized programs such as Startup Huddle (60+ local chapters), GEN Exchange webinars, GEN Campus, GEN Space, the Small Business Grants program (which has administered over $15 million since 2020), and co-authorship of the Global Startup Ecosystem Report with Startup Genome. The organization engages 300+ policymakers annually and partners with 1,000+ entrepreneurial support organizations.

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The Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) is a non-profit founded in 2008 and headquartered in Washington D.C. that operates a year-round platform of programs and initiatives across 200 countries to support entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem builders through flagship events, chapters, and policy advocacy.

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Serves global market

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Keyword5 values
entrepreneurship ecosystem development, global startup programs, policy advocacy services, entrepreneur community building, startup support programs
Industry3 codes
1Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Venture Creation Centers
CodeEDAHAHAHPrimaryYes
2SME & Entrepreneurship Development (Trade-Linked)
CodeBPADAMAEPrimaryNo
3Entrepreneurship Foundations & Startup Basics
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Product category
Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Support Services
GTM motion2 records

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1Partnership and Sponsorship Revenue
TypeLicensing Royalties
Description

GEN generates revenue through platinum, gold, silver, and bronze tier partnerships with corporations including Kauffman Foundation, Wells Fargo, Alibaba, FedEx, PayPal, and others who sponsor GEN programs and events.

genglobal.org
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Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) is a nonprofit that builds and operates a global entrepreneurship ecosystem through four program pillars — GEN Founders, GEN Invest, GEN Policy, and GEN Ecosystems — alongside flagship events (Global Entrepreneurship Congress, Global Entrepreneurship Week), competitions (Entrepreneurship World Cup), and community programs (Startup Huddle, GEN Connect, GEN Exchange). It connects entrepreneurs with investors, mentors, and policymakers across 200 countries, while producing research (GEN Research, GEN Atlas) and policy advisory work for governments and corporate sponsors.

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  • 2.24 million entrepreneurs supported in the past year
+3 more records
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The Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) operates as a multi-program ecosystem support organization spanning 200 countries. Its portfolio consists of four core pillars (GEN Founders, GEN Invest, GEN Policy, GEN Ecosystems) supported by flagship events (Global Entrepreneurship Congress, Global Entrepreneurship Week), competitions (Entrepreneurship World Cup), and specialized programs including Startup Huddle, GEN Exchange, GEN Meetup, GEN Campus, GEN Space, GEN Starters Club, Global Enterprise Registration, and Small Business Grants. Research capabilities are delivered through GEN Research and GEN Atlas. The organization also provides auxiliary services including a Speakers Bureau, Community Directory, and GEN Connect platform. All programs collectively support 2.24 million entrepreneurs, mobilize $4M+ in funding, partner with 1,000+ support organizations, and engage 300+ policymakers annually.

Product and service22 records
1GEN Founders
CategoryEntrepreneurship Program Pillar
2GEN Invest
CategoryEntrepreneurship Program Pillar
3GEN Policy
CategoryEntrepreneurship Program Pillar
4GEN Ecosystems
CategoryEntrepreneurship Program Pillar
5Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC)
CategoryFlagship Event
6Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW)
CategoryFlagship Event
7Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC)
CategoryCompetition
8GEC+
CategoryEvent Series
9Startup Huddle
CategoryCommunity Program
10GEN Exchange
CategoryCommunity Program
11GEN Meetup
CategoryCommunity Program
12GEN Campus
CategoryCommunity Program
13GEN Space
CategorySector Program
14GEN Starters Club
CategoryCommunity Program
15GEN Research
CategoryResearch Program
16GEN Atlas
CategoryResearch Tool
17Global Enterprise Registration
CategoryPolicy Initiative
18Small Business Grants
CategoryGrant Program
19Startup Nations Summit + Ministerial
CategoryPolicy Event
20GEN Speakers Bureau
CategoryMember Service
21GEN Community Directory
CategoryMember Service
22GEN Connect
CategoryMember Platform
Scale indicator6 records

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Partnership13 partners
1The Knot Worldwide
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-02-23
Description

GEN partnered with The Knot Worldwide to execute the WeddingPro Grant Program awarding up to $500,000 in combined financial grants, advertising support, and mentorship to U.S. small business wedding professionals.

2Gujarat Delegation (India)
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-01-22
Description

Gujarat delegation met with GEN senior leadership at World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss collaborations and positioning GIFT City as India's first international financial services centre.

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3Alibaba
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Gold tier partner contributing to global entrepreneurship ecosystem development.

4FedEx
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
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Gold tier partner supporting GEN programs and entrepreneurship initiatives.

5Monshaat (Saudi SME Authority)
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Gold tier partner from Saudi Arabia supporting entrepreneurship development.

6PayPal
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Gold tier partner supporting financial inclusion and entrepreneurship.

7Startup Genome
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Strategic partner co-producing the Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) with GEN, released annually at major events.

8OECD
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Partner organization contributing to entrepreneurship research and policy development through GEN's research initiatives.

9World Bank
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Strategic partner supporting entrepreneurship ecosystem development globally.

10Techstars
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Bronze tier partner and startup accelerator supporting GEN programs.

11UNDP
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
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Partner organization collaborating on entrepreneurship development initiatives.

12UNCTAD
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Joint initiative partner for Global Enterprise Registration (GER) - an initiative to help governments simplify administrative procedures for entrepreneurs.

13Youth Business International
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Silver tier partner supporting youth entrepreneurship globally.

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Global Entrepreneurship Network

Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Support Servicesgenglobal.org

The Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) is a non-profit founded in 2008 and headquartered in Washington D.C. that operates a year-round platform of programs and initiatives across 200 countries to support entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem builders through flagship events, chapters, and policy advocacy.

What Global Entrepreneurship Network does

Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) is a Washington D.C.-headquartered non-profit organization founded in 2008 that operates the world's largest entrepreneurship support network across 200 countries. Its programmatic portfolio is organized around four core pillars — GEN Founders, GEN Invest, GEN Policy, and GEN Ecosystems — supplemented by flagship events including the Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC), Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW, with 10 million annual participants), and the Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC, offering over $1.5M in prizes), plus specialized programs such as Startup Huddle (60+ local chapters), GEN Exchange webinars, GEN Campus, GEN Space, the Small Business Grants program (which has administered over $15 million since 2020), and co-authorship of the Global Startup Ecosystem Report with Startup Genome. The organization engages 300+ policymakers annually and partners with 1,000+ entrepreneurial support organizations.

Global Entrepreneurship Network firmographics

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Name
Global Entrepreneurship Network
Legal name
Global Entrepreneurship Network
Website
https://genglobal.org
Company type
Private
Founded year
2008
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
11–50 employees
Short description
The Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) is a non-profit founded in 2008 and headquartered in Washington D.C. that operates a year-round platform of programs and initiatives across 200 countries to support entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem builders through flagship events, chapters, and policy advocacy.
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Global Entrepreneurship Network industry classification

Industry
Product category
Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Support Services
akta.pro primary industry
Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Venture Creation Centers (EDAHAHAH)
akta.pro secondary industries
SME & Entrepreneurship Development (Trade-Linked) (BPADAMAE), Entrepreneurship Foundations & Startup Basics (EDAMAHAA)

Keywords

  • Entrepreneurship ecosystem development
  • Global startup programs
  • Policy advocacy services
  • Entrepreneur community building
  • Startup support programs

Where Global Entrepreneurship Network is headquartered

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Washington
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United States
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North America

Offices1 record

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Global Entrepreneurship Network business model

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B2B
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

  1. Partnership and Sponsorship Revenue: GEN generates revenue through platinum, gold, silver, and bronze tier partnerships with corporations including Kauffman Foundation, Wells Fargo, Alibaba, FedEx, PayPal, and others who sponsor GEN programs and events.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Global Entrepreneurship Network product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) is a nonprofit that builds and operates a global entrepreneurship ecosystem through four program pillars — GEN Founders, GEN Invest, GEN Policy, and GEN Ecosystems — alongside flagship events (Global Entrepreneurship Congress, Global Entrepreneurship Week), competitions (Entrepreneurship World Cup), and community programs (Startup Huddle, GEN Connect, GEN Exchange). It connects entrepreneurs with investors, mentors, and policymakers across 200 countries, while producing research (GEN Research, GEN Atlas) and policy advisory work for governments and corporate sponsors.

Product overview

The Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) operates as a multi-program ecosystem support organization spanning 200 countries. Its portfolio consists of four core pillars (GEN Founders, GEN Invest, GEN Policy, GEN Ecosystems) supported by flagship events (Global Entrepreneurship Congress, Global Entrepreneurship Week), competitions (Entrepreneurship World Cup), and specialized programs including Startup Huddle, GEN Exchange, GEN Meetup, GEN Campus, GEN Space, GEN Starters Club, Global Enterprise Registration, and Small Business Grants. Research capabilities are delivered through GEN Research and GEN Atlas. The organization also provides auxiliary services including a Speakers Bureau, Community Directory, and GEN Connect platform. All programs collectively support 2.24 million entrepreneurs, mobilize $4M+ in funding, partner with 1,000+ support organizations, and engage 300+ policymakers annually.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • GEN Founders
  • GEN Invest
  • GEN Policy
  • GEN Ecosystems
  • Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC)
  • Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW)
  • Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC)
  • GEC+
  • Startup Huddle
  • GEN Exchange
  • GEN Meetup
  • GEN Campus
  • GEN Space
  • GEN Starters Club
  • GEN Research
  • GEN Atlas
  • Global Enterprise Registration
  • Small Business Grants
  • Startup Nations Summit + Ministerial
  • GEN Speakers Bureau
  • GEN Community Directory
  • GEN Connect

Quantifiable outcome

  • 2.24 million entrepreneurs supported in the past year
  • +3 more outcomes

Companies that use Global Entrepreneurship Network

Customer profile

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Global Entrepreneurship Network technology and API

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Global Entrepreneurship Network partnerships and signals

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

  • The Knot WorldwidecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 February 2026GEN partnered with The Knot Worldwide to execute the WeddingPro Grant Program awarding up to $500,000 in combined financial grants, advertising support, and mentorship to U.S. small business wedding professionals.
  • Gujarat Delegation (India)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 January 2026Gujarat delegation met with GEN senior leadership at World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss collaborations and positioning GIFT City as India's first international financial services centre.
  • AlibabacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGold tier partner contributing to global entrepreneurship ecosystem development.
  • FedExcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGold tier partner supporting GEN programs and entrepreneurship initiatives.
  • Monshaat (Saudi SME Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGold tier partner from Saudi Arabia supporting entrepreneurship development.
  • PayPalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGold tier partner supporting financial inclusion and entrepreneurship.
  • Startup GenomecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner co-producing the Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) with GEN, released annually at major events.
  • OECDcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization contributing to entrepreneurship research and policy development through GEN's research initiatives.
  • World BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner supporting entrepreneurship ecosystem development globally.
  • TechstarsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBronze tier partner and startup accelerator supporting GEN programs.
  • UNDPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization collaborating on entrepreneurship development initiatives.
  • UNCTADcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint initiative partner for Global Enterprise Registration (GER) - an initiative to help governments simplify administrative procedures for entrepreneurs.
  • Youth Business InternationalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSilver tier partner supporting youth entrepreneurship globally.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Global Entrepreneurship Network competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Global Entrepreneurship Network social profiles

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Global Entrepreneurship Network leadership team

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Number of profiles

Profiles26 records

Global Entrepreneurship Network funding detail

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Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Global Entrepreneurship Network M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Global Entrepreneurship Network

What does Global Entrepreneurship Network do?

Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) is a nonprofit that builds and operates a global entrepreneurship ecosystem through four program pillars — GEN Founders, GEN Invest, GEN Policy, and GEN Ecosystems — alongside flagship events (Global Entrepreneurship Congress, Global Entrepreneurship Week), competitions (Entrepreneurship World Cup), and community programs (Startup Huddle, GEN Connect, GEN Exchange). It connects entrepreneurs with investors, mentors, and policymakers across 200 countries, while producing research (GEN Research, GEN Atlas) and policy advisory work for governments and corporate sponsors.

Is Global Entrepreneurship Network a public or private company?

Global Entrepreneurship Network is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.

When was Global Entrepreneurship Network founded?

Global Entrepreneurship Network was founded in 2008. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is Global Entrepreneurship Network based?

Global Entrepreneurship Network is headquartered in Washington, United States, in the North America region.

How does Global Entrepreneurship Network make money?

One revenue line is on record: partnership and Sponsorship Revenue.

Does Global Entrepreneurship Network have an API?

No public API is recorded for Global Entrepreneurship Network.

What industry is Global Entrepreneurship Network in?

Global Entrepreneurship Network's product category is Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Support Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EDAHAHAH, Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Venture Creation Centers, with a secondary code of BPADAMAE, SME & Entrepreneurship Development (Trade-Linked).

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The report provides a scorecard for governments to improve startup ecosystems.Dallas InnovatesDallas Jumps to No. 27 Among the World’s Startup EcosystemsDallas jumped 11 places to rank No. 27 among the world's startup ecosystems in the 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Report, released June 17 by Startup Genome and the Global Entrepreneurship Network, marking the region's highest finish and second-biggest climb among the Top 40. The Dallas ecosystem is valued at $51 billion with early-stage funding reaching $1.1 billion and exits totaling $23 billion from 2021-2025, roughly double the $25 billion global average. The report highlights that AI is reshaping capital flows and startup value creation, with North America capturing 86% of late-stage AI startup funding and startup value increasingly concentrated in a handful of U.S. ecosystems.PcdnDallas Jumps to No. 27 Among the World’s Startup EcosystemsDallas climbed 11 places to rank No. 27 in the 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Report, released June 17 by Startup Genome and the Global Entrepreneurship Network, marking the region's highest finish and one of the largest leaps in the global top tier. The Dallas ecosystem is valued at $51 billion, with early-stage funding reaching $1.1 billion and exits totaling $23 billion from 2021 through 2025, roughly double the $25 billion global average ecosystem value. The report found that AI is driving increasing concentration of startup value in a few U.S. ecosystems, with Silicon Valley capturing $1.1 trillion of the $2.8 trillion in new global value.Biz BahrainThe Kingdom of Bahrain Ranks Among Top 5 MENA Startup Ecosystems in Performance in Startup Genome’s Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2026Bahrain's startup ecosystem generated $1.6 billion in ecosystem value from July 2023 to December 2025, a 759% increase over the 2021 period. The country ranked among the top five MENA ecosystems in performance, and top ten in AI-native cluster and top fifteen in R&D engine. Fintech, blockchain, and AI & digital innovation led growth, supported by progressive regulation and public-private initiatives.Digital JournalOttawa’s startup ecosystem climbs the global rankings as a ‘bootstrap city’The 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Report, released by Startup Genome and the Global Entrepreneurship Network, ranks Ottawa at #61–70 globally, climbing more than ten positions from the prior year, with the city placing in the North American top 20 for funding runway, top 25 for AI-native clusters, and top 30 for research and development. The report characterizes Ottawa as a "bootstrap city" with $2 billion in total venture capital funding from 2021–2025, but its AI-native ecosystem value surged 1061% over the same period, outpacing the global growth rate of 161%. With 330-plus defence, security, and cybersecurity companies and direct access to federal procurement and a NATO DIANA test centre, Ottawa is positioned in the fastest-growing global startup sector outside of AI.Digital JournalAI-native startups are rewriting who wins the global startup raceStartup Genome and the Global Entrepreneurship Network released the 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Report, ranking Toronto-Waterloo at #13 globally (up seven positions), driven by its AI-native startup cluster. Global startup ecosystem value reached $10.9 trillion, up 40% year-on-year, with AI-native exit value jumping over 500% to $243 billion, while North American ecosystems captured 86% of all late-stage AI-native funding. The report warns that governments funding infrastructure and importing U.S. AI solutions rather than supporting local startup ecosystems risk missing the economic returns of AI disruption.The Times of IndiaGujarat delegation meets investors at WEFA Gujarat delegation led by Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi met global business leaders and investors at the World Economic Forum in Davos, including discussions with LuLu Group Chairman Yusuffali MA about India\'s largest shopping mall in Gujarat, announced at Vibrant Gujarat 2024. The delegation also met with Hitachi Energy CEO Andreas Schierenbeck to explore expanding the company\'s footprint in Gujarat and advancing grid connectivity and wind power infrastructure projects. Additional meetings were held with senior leadership from Global Entrepreneurship Network, Equinix, IFS, Cloudflare, Amundi, IMD Business School, Airtel, and RP Goenka Group.PR NewswireBiban Forum 2025:La Copa Mundial de Emprendimiento reúne a las mejores empresas emergentes del mundo en RiadThe Biban Forum 2025 opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, hosting the Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) Global Finals for the third consecutive year, with over 140,000 visitors, more than 1,000 exhibitors, and 22 speakers gathering to support entrepreneurship. The EWC competition attracted more than 10,300 startups from 169 countries, more than double last year's participation, with the top 100 global startups competing for over $1.5 million in cash prizes and access to strategic partnerships with more than 64 global partners. The forum, backed by the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation and the Global Entrepreneurship Network, aligns with Saudi Vision 2030's goal of fostering a dynamic SME and startup ecosystem.PR NewswireBiban Forum 2025: Entrepreneurship World Cup bringt die besten Startups der Welt nach RiadThe Biban Forum 2025 in Riyadh is hosting the Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) global finals for the third consecutive year, bringing together the top 100 startups from over 10,300 applicants representing 169 countries. The competition offers prize money exceeding $1.5 million and provides participants access to strategic partnerships through 64 global partners. Supported by the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (MISK) and the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN), the event aligns with Saudi Vision 2030's goal of fostering entrepreneurship and positioning Riyadh as a hub for startups and scaleups.