Entrepreneurship Training and Accreditation Program Survey

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is in the process of developing a new set of training courses and credential for professionals working in entrepreneurship-led economic development. This survey will be used to gather information on the skills and knowledge that are essential to entrepreneurship ecosystem building, and what resources are used to support entrepreneurship in communities across the country. These new training courses and credential are being developed through support from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, and in partnership with UMKC SourceLink.

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* 1. Name

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* 2. Organization

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* 3. Job Title

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* 4. Location (City, State)

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* 5. Email

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* 6. What is your community size?

Under 50,000

50,000-200,000

Over 200,000

Not affiliated with a specific community

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* 7. Do you or your organization work directly with: (check all that apply)

Entrepreneurs/start-ups

Small businesses

Support entrepreneurship in general in your community

Do not currently work with or support entrepreneurs or small businesses

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* 8. Of the following options for the new credential name, what two are your top choices?

Entrepreneurship Development Professional (EDP)

Entrepreneurship-led Economic Developer (ELED)

Professional Entrepreneurship Developer (PED)

Entrepreneurial Support Specialist (ESS)

Entrepreneurship Development Specialist (EDS)

Accredited Entrepreneurship Expert (AEE)

Accredited Entrepreneurship Professional (AEP)