THE CENTER FOR WOMEN ACKNOWLEDGES AND APPLAUDS THE IMPORTANCE OF ENTREPRENEURS IN THE LOWCOUNTRY

National Entrepreneurship Week 2010 - Feb 20 - 27

Under the United States House of Representatives Resolution Number 699, this special event, now in its third year, encourages the celebration of the contributions made by entrepreneurs at the local, state, and national levels. The Governors of Maine, Michigan, New Mexico, North Dakota, Virginia, and Wisconsin have signed special proclamations in honor of entrepreneurs. In addition to celebrating the importance of American entrepreneurs, the House Resolution also highlights the “lifelong learning educational opportunities that prepare the NEW business leaders of the future.”

I have forwarded a request to our Governor to also write a proclamation to honor entrepreneurs in South Carolina.

During the week of February 20-27th, teachers, students, parents, entrepreneurs and officials are challenged to discuss the “20 Questions for All Americans” that highlight entrepreneurial literacy. Because situations vary and change over time, there is no one right answer to each question. After answering the questions, you may wish to download and present to anyone you choose the “Genius Certificate.” Go to http://www.nationaleweek.org/20-questions/activities; and http://www.nationaleweek.org/

Another important reason to celebrate the week is the recently announced plan by U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke “to create a new Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship within the Department of Commerce and launch a National Advisory Council on Innovation and Entrepreneurship,” to leverage and promote entrepreneurship innovation.

Cathy Ashmore, Executive Director of the Consortium for Entrepreneurship Education, has sent information on the events of this special week in a special email to Consortium and Entrepreneurial Educators. For more information see cashmore@entre-ed.org and the National Entrepreneurship Week, House of Representatives and Commerce Department websites.