(VDO) in America's regions and accelerate economic development efforts that promote growth and job creation. The Regional Innovation Acceleration Network (RIAN) will bring VDOs together to share best practices and leverage resources that will strengthen regional economic ecosystems.
Developed in partnership with the State Science & Technology Institute, the new website — www.regionalinnovation.org — highlights how VDOs are helping entrepreneurs turn their innovations into businesses by providing direct funding and increasing access to capital.
"The Regional Innovation Acceleration Network builds on President Obama's national innovation agenda by bringing Venture Development Organizations within America's regions together to help increase business development and competitiveness," Fernandez said. "Across the nation, these organizations are helping to grow local economies and create jobs, and this new network will enhance their impact and efficiency."
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