Michigan Academy for the Development of Entrepreneurs Launched by U-M to Encourage Entrepreneurship in Developing Economies

The Samuel Zell & Robert H. Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies, in partnership with the William Davidson Institute and Aparajitha Foundations, announced yesterday the launch of the Michigan Academy for the Development of Entrepreneurs (MADE), a nonprofit institute that works with entrepreneurship development organizations (EDOs) in developing countries to give those running businesses within these environments the knowledge and skills to flourish.   Entrepreneurs and small business owners are essential to encourage growth in developing countries, creating a vibrant, sustainable business climate. However, ensuring they have all the support they need to be successful can be challenging. That’s where MADE comes in. MADE collects the practical lessons learned from partner organizations from across the globe along with networks created from years of University of Michigan startup consultancy projects in economies like India, Vietnam, Kosovo and Morocco. Using this wealth of knowledge and resources, the organization provides assistance to entrepreneurs faced with important decisions that help shape their companies into a positive direction.