The global entrepreneurship network operates programs in 180 countries aimed at making it easier for anyone, anywhere to start and scale a business. By fostering deeper cross-border collaboration between entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers and entrepreneurial support organizations, GEN works to FUEL healthier start and scale ecosystems that create more jobs, educate individuals, accelerate innovation and strengthen economic growth. GEN ensures members have uncommon access to the most relevant knowledge,networks, communities and programs. A major focus of GEN's work is in identifying and removing barriers to entrepreneurship faced by historically underrepresented communities, including economically disadvantaged communities at risk of deterioration lgbtq+, women, latinx, black and veterans communities. With most NET new jobs coming from firms less than 5 years old, GEN works to foster more inclusive and sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems that CAN assist in reducing the burden o