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Name

Endeavor Global, Inc.

Affiliation

Not-for-profit (501(c)3)

Overview

Established in 1997, Endeavor is the global nonprofit that pioneered the concept of High-Impact Entrepreneurship in emerging markets. Headquartered in New York City, with 15 offices across Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and South East Asia, the organization transforms economies by identifying and supporting high-potential entrepreneurs. Practicing a tested “mentor capitalist” model, Endeavor affiliates help entrepreneurs overcome barriers to growth by providing the key ingredients to success: mentorship; networks; strategic advice; talent; skills; access to smart capital; and inspiration. Guided by Endeavor, these entrepreneurs generate sustainable economic growth and jobs, become role models, and help nurture a culture of entrepreneurship which spurs investment and encourages people to innovate and think big.

Origin

Founded 1997 by Linda Rottenberg (current CEO) and Peter Kellner (current Board Member)

Headquarters

New York City (satellite offices in San Francisco, Dubai, and Singapore)

Summary

Endeavor is the global nonprofit that pioneered the concept of High-Impact Entrepreneurship in emerging markets.

Countries offices

Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Indonesia, Mexico, South Africa, Turkey, Uruguay

Primary expansion targets

Southeast Asia, Middle East, Central Europe

Global Board Members

Edgar Bronfman, Jr. (Chairman), Linda Rottenberg, Michael Ahearn, Emilio Azcárraga Jean, Matt Bannick, Nick Beim, Matt Brown, Wences Casares, J. Michael Cline, Paul Fribourg, Jason Green, Reid Hoffman, Peter Kellner, William McGlashan, Arif Naqvi, Joanna Rees, Brian Swette, James Wolfensohn (emeritus).

Entrepreneurs

Having screened over 28,000 candidates, Endeavor currently serves 600+ Endeavor Entrepreneurs (or "High-Impact Entrepreneurs") representing 380+ companies.

Impact highlights

Endeavor Entrepreneurs have created 156,000+ high-quality jobs, and generated $4.5B in revenues in 2010.

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