Global Entrepreneurship Week is an annual event that took place from November 16-22, 2009 in over 100 countries. The goal was to inspire young people to embrace innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship through over 25,000 events and activities. Over 3 million people participated in the 2008 event through activities like business competitions, networking events, and mentoring programs.

6. Global Leadership BERR Global Founders Global Partners

8. ------------------------------------------ French President Nicolas Sarkozy Portuguese President Anibal Cavaco Silva Serial Entrepreneur Richard Branson Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger Serial Entrepreneur Russell Simmons British Prime Minister Gordon Brown Entrepreneur Michael Dell Singapore President S.R. Nathan Dozens of global leaders & celebrities

9. Global Innovation Tournament A fast-paced competition that pits students around the world against one another with the goal of promoting innovation by challenging participants to develop solutions for a common, global problem in eight days. Global Clean Tech Open IDEAS Competition A world-class business plan competition seeking the best early-stage clean technology ideas and helps turn them into successful companies—and foster a healthy natural environment. Speednetwork the Globe Light-touch gathering that bring aspiring and established entrepreneurs together to unleash energy, share ideas and make connections–fast. Mentoring Madness Hosted by the New York Stock Exchange, this live webcast is part of a program to encourage the development of mentorships. Official Activities: 2009

10. How to Get Involved Host. Is your organization willing to be the primary catalyst behind Global Entrepreneurship Week in your country? While there are Hosts for 78 countries already, many more are needed. Partner. To become a Partner, all your organization needs to do is pledge to host at least one event or activity during the Week—there is no limit to what you can do. All activities are welcome, as long as they foster an entrepreneurial spirit in young people. Speaker / Mentor. If you have personal experiences and insights into what it takes to be an entrepreneur, volunteer to share them with the next generation at an event or activity near you. Participate. More than 25,000 events and activities will take place during the Week, visit the website and find an event or activity happening near you.