Global Entrepreneurship Network
Strategic Management ServicesVirginia, United States201-500 Employees
Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) coordinates a portfolio of projects and programs across about 200 countries to help people start and grow a business. It centers on cross-border collaboration among entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, policymakers and entrepreneurial support organizations to strengthen startup ecosystems. The goal is to foster healthier ecosystems that generate jobs, educate individuals, accelerate innovation and drive economic growth. Its reach includes national operations and global verticals in policy, research and programs, giving members access to knowledge, networks and initiatives tailored to the size and maturity of their economy, as well as language, culture and geography. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, GEN operates as a mid-sized organization in the strategic management services space, engaging with partners and programs around the world. A recent development noted in 2026 is that GEN Bangladesh received the Best Country Award at the Global Entrepreneurship Congress, signaling recognition of regional activity within the network.