Welcome to Ningbo, China – A vibrant city with business in mind

I have just arrived to Ningbo in China, located 200 km south of Shanghai, with a population of 7 600 000(2010). It’s a grey city with a vibrant business climate. On the 8 lane streets you can see new BMW 745, Audi S8, MB S-class. When you look on the sidewalk you can see old carriages, people…

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A place for big dreams – TBIG startup fair

At my last day in Technopark a startup fair was organized by the Technology Business Incubator Group (TBIG). This is an organization newly founded by the members in the incubator, for the members in the incubator. It focuses on helping each other to promote their companies, to be able to take on larger orders and…

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It’s possible… in India

In south west India there is a state named Kerala. In this green and beautiful state there is something special going on. Entrepreneurs are starting more businesses than ever before. In Kerala people are living a good life, there is a high quality education system and people are used to a healthy lifestyle.  Furthermore it’s…

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How on earth can one of the world’s leading business Incubators be located here?

The pilot declared; prepare for landing. On my left hand side I could see a green country full of palm trees. On my right it was a blue ocean stretching to the horizon. In the middle of all palm trees I could see some large modern buildings and I recognize the Technopark, from pictures and…

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Why are people in the slums not starting innovative businesses for a global market?

The question might sound strange but I will guide you through it. My argument is that with the access to internet you have access to knowledge, with the access to knowledge you can create some incredible things. For example build an innovative business on a global scale. So today even people in the slums can…

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