"Rise of the Rest" – an emergence of entrepreneurial hubs in cities and regions

"If you’re able to figure out ways to get people to believe in a particular region and work together in a collaborative way and become a magnet for entrepreneurs who would consider moving there to start their companies, a lot of great things can happen."

By J.D. Harrison

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