Established in 1997, Endeavor, a Not-for-profit (501(c)3), is the global organisation that pioneered the concept of High-Impact Entrepreneurship in emerging markets. Headquartered in New York City, with 11 independently-run country affiliates in Latin America the Middle East and South Africa, 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. Endeavor helps High-Impact Entrepreneurs unleash their potential by providing an unrivaled network of seasoned business leaders, who provide the key ingredients to entrepreneurial success: Mentorship, Networks, Strategic Advice and Inspiration.
High-Impact Entrepreneurs hold the key to sustained economic growth in emerging markets. They are the ambitious entrepreneurs who run innovative, high-growth businesses that create thousands of jobs, millions in wealth, and limitless opportunity in their countries. They are role models who change the fortunes of hundreds of thousands.
PROGRAMS:
Global Entrepreneur Services -
1. eMBA Program
Supporting Entrepreneurs on-site with top business school students
2. G-Lab program
Supporting Entrepreneurs on-site with business school support
3. ECLA Program
Educating Entrepreneurs in business-critical areas
4. Global Connections
Connecting Endeavor Entrepreneurs with mentors from our wider global network
5. Corporate Fellows Program
Supporting Entrepreneurs on-site with top-level consultants
6. Immersion Tours
Introducing Entrepreneurs to inspiring role models
7. Endeavor Entrepreneurs' Summit
Creating opportunities for peer networking and "learning from the best"
Global Entrepreneur Services (Premium)-
1. Mentor Capital Program
Preparing our top entrepreneurs to raise financing, while educating local investors
2. Top 25 Program
Providing high-touch services for our highest-impact entrepreneurs
Local Entrepreneur Services-
Each Endeavor office has developed its own unique set of services offerings, partnerships, and programs locally. The three examples listed below are representative of the dozens of programs that serve Endeavor Entrepreneurs around the world.
1. Advisory Board (Mexico)
2. PEG program (Brazil)
3. Board Member Mentoring (Turkey)
4. Development Programs
Where Endeavor operates:
Endeavor currently operates in 10 countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Egypt , Jordan , Mexico, South Africa, Turkey , and Uruguay. Endeavor is headquartered in New York City, with a satellite office in San Francisco. To meet our goal of operating in 20 countries by 2015, Endeavor aggressively scopes new countries—particularly in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Our next launch will be in Lebanon, currently scheduled for early 2011.
Impact:
Having screened over 23,000 candidates, Endeavor currently serves 550+ Endeavor Entrepreneurs (or "High-Impact Entrepreneurs") representing 300+ companies. Endeavor Entrepreneurs have created 130,000+ high-quality jobs, and generated $3.5B in revenues in 2009.
