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Canadian Fintech Is Feeling the ‘Stay Home’ Mood

Cross-border tensions fueled by Trump’s trade war are forcing Canadian startups to hit pause on U.S. expansion. Amid the uncertainty, fintech is gaining traction as businesses look for tools to navigate the chaos.
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How Elizabeth Maruyama Helps Thai Community Innovate and Prosper

Elizabeth Maruyama, founder of America Visa Advisory, has opened a new pathway for Thai entrepreneurs in the U.S. — one that goes beyond traditional restaurants. She encourages them to “immigrate smarter” by launching innovative, high-margin businesses that succeed in today’s tech-driven economy.
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This Hiring Platform Empowers Immigrants, Single Parents, and Seniors

Holly Diamond, a first-generation Korean immigrant raised in New York City, never planned to be a startup founder. But the challenges that her parents faced as restaurant owners in the pandemic pushed her in a new direction. Holly launched her hiring platform, WorkOnward, to connect small businesses with underserved job seekers.
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From attorney to startup founder: Olga Ayo challenges status quo with technology

More than six years ago Slovakia-born lawyer Olga Ayo found herself with a newborn, no means of income or work authorization. She navigated the complexities of U.S. immigration on her own — and succeeded. This experience inspired her to establish her own legal practice and launch a platform to simplify the visa application process for others.
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6 top startup accelerators for immigrant founders

Choosing the right accelerator can sometimes determine success or failure for international entrepreneurs who rarely have a strong support network. Which is right for you? Here are some diversity-focused accelerators that support immigrant founders.
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Is bootstrapping the most destructive American startup fantasy?

Stories of entrepreneurs, coming from humble beginnings and building their businesses from scratch, is an inspiration for many immigrant founders. However, not all of them are real, warns lifelong entrepreneur and mentor Michael Burtov. The ultimate American dream might be just a fantasy for those dreamers coming to the land of opportunity with no capital or connections.
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Permissionless innovation: How to survive the Wild West of entrepreneurship

When it comes to new technology, America still has a “Wild West” culture, where the line isn’t always clear between pioneers and outlaws. Mike Burtov, a star entrepreneur and mentor who brought multiple startups from their initial idea to millions in revenue and funding, believes that “fortune favors the bold” who have a worldview with no limits. He recommends immigrant startup founders to embrace the concept of “permissionless innovation” if they want to succeed.
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Brands who supported immigrants in 2020 and beyond 

Immigration has become a hot topic during the last few years of the Trump administration. Many brands stood up to support immigrants with campaigns advocating for social change. Here are just a few companies that took up the cause in these dark times.