In Kenya, They Know Obama

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Barack Obama visited Kenya nearly 30 years ago and was blown away by the fact that an airport worker recognized his last name.  It was a revelation for the future president.  This week he returns to Kenya as president of the United States.

Air Force One will carry Obama to a country where children, roads and schools bear his name — and he's seen as a local son.

Read more here: Obama and Kenya:  1st Trip to Father's Homeland as President

The Importance of Entrepreneurship For Global Development

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President Obama announced this week (March 31st) that he will visit Kenya for the Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) in July.  It will be his first trip to the country and his fourth to sub-Saharan Africa during his presidency.

The Global Entrepreneurship Summit brings together business owners, educators, policymakers and investors to support the growth of new enterprises in developing regions.  President Obama has supported the annual meetings since 2009.

Entrepreneurship can transform the world by solving problems, creating jobs and boosting economies.

Learn more:  Obama Will Visit Kenya For Global Entrepreneurship Summit in July [2015] 

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Doing Good While Going Global

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Over at the Crain's Chicago Business blog (under the "global" entrepreneurial banner), we interview Kate Koziol, the founder of Chicago-based K Squared Communications, to find out the importance of crossing borders to do good. In addition, Ms. Koziol shares her best practice on how to promote social-agency programs on a limited budget.

Read: Reaching Across Borders For Social Improvements

Posted by:  The Global Small Business Blog