Category: Draper Innovation Index News

BizWorld Updates Monthly Draper Innovation Index U.S.States Compete to Land in Top Ten of Best Places to Launch a Startup North Carolina Climbs into 4th, Passing ColoradoMassachusetts, Georgia, Washington Break into DII US Top 10Idaho, Virginia, and Wyoming Fall OutNew Mexico, Maryland, and Ohio Suffer Large DeclinesWashington, Oregon, and Wisconsin Enjoy Largest Gains Oakland, California – BizWorld announces the October 2025 update to the Draper Innovation Index U.S. (DII US), which evaluates each state’s innovation environment and entrepreneurship climate. Published monthly since 2021, the DII US provides the most well-rounded, up-to-date ranking of entrepreneurial locations, reflecting both traditional and emerging economic metrics, from taxes and regulations to venture capital investment, cryptocurrency friendliness, and blockchain investment trends. This month’s release includes DII’s annual update of Pitchbook’s Venture Capital Deal Count metrics measuring recent investment growth momentum and deal activity within U.S. states. “South Dakota is making a clear statement that it’s open for business regarding the future of finance,” said BizWorld Founder Tim Draper. “The state’s lack of a personal income tax, coupled with legislative efforts to define digital assets and authorize state investment in Bitcoin, signals a forward-thinking approach to fostering a robust environment for cryptocurrency and blockchain innovation. At the Draper Innovation Index, we applaud states that are moving in this direction. This is the kind of regulatory foresight that attracts entrepreneurs and investor capital, positioning South Dakota as a promising hub for the rapidly burgeoning digital economy.” Top Takeaways from the DII US October 2025 Update “Colorado’s consistent high ranking in the Draper Innovation Index is a direct reflection of its forward-thinking approach to innovation, particularly in the cryptocurrency space,” said BizWorld Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Wallace Walrod. By becoming the first state to accept Bitcoin for tax payments, Colorado has sent a clear signal that it is a leader in fostering a regulatory environment where digital assets can thrive. This embrace of Bitcoin and blockchain technology is a key indicator of a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, attracting venture capital and solidifying its position as a top destination for innovators.” The DII US will continue to post monthly updates which can be accessed here. About BizWorld BizWorld.org is a global non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, whose mission is to equip future generations with entrepreneurial life skills to unlock their potential and create economic opportunity. Founded over 25 years ago by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, BizWorld.org programs teach students real-world 21st century skills and leadership that encourage them to become responsible leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. More than 850,000 students in more than 100 countries have participated in BizWorld programs. https://www.bizworld.org/

BizWorld Updates Monthly Draper Innovation Index GlobalNations Compete to Land in Top Ten of Best Places Globallyto Launch a Startup Canada Passes Switzerland in the DII Global Top 10Singapore Overtakes FinlandEl Salvador and Paraguay See Healthy GainsChina Slips Again, Russia Remains Near BottomMoldova, Kuwait, and Ecuador Post Largest DeclinesDominica, St. Vincent, Montenegro, Bermuda, and Mongolia Rise Oakland, California – BizWorld announces its October 2025 update to the Draper Innovation Index Global (DII Global), which evaluates each nation’s ability to develop, support, and retain entrepreneurs, innovators, startups, and investors. First published in 2021, the DII Global provides the most well-rounded and up-to-date look at entrepreneurial environments across the globe. This month’s rankings include updates to annual metrics including DII’s proprietary Venture Capital Momentum indicator and Pitchbook’s estimate of the number of startups by country. “This month’s DII Global demonstrates a clear divergence in nurturing the crypto economy between Singapore and Finland,” said BizWorld Founder Tim Draper. “Singapore is actively engineering a robust ecosystem for Bitcoin and other digital assets through regulatory clarity and high adoption rates, propelling it up our rankings. In contrast, while Finland remains a strong innovator, its more conventional approach has led to a dip in its crypto-friendliness score. Singapore’s trajectory underscores our core belief: embracing and regulating emerging technologies like Bitcoin is a powerful catalyst for national innovation and economic vitality in the 21st century.” Top Takeaways from the DII Global October 2025 Update “Paraguay, El Salvador, and Bermuda rose in the DII Global this month, in large part due to increasing venture capital momentum,” said BizWorld Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Wallace Walrod. “Moldova, on the other hand, saw the month’s largest drop down the DII Global ladder due to negative venture capital momentum, and Ecuador dropped for the same reason. While the global economy is changing in many ways, venture capital remains the engine room of entrepreneurship and countries should prioritize building vibrant, robust venture capital ecosystems as a key economic growth strategy.” The DII Global will release monthly updates to continually reflect the latest developments in global innovation and entrepreneurship, available here. About BizWorld BizWorld.org is a global non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, whose mission is to enable youth from all backgrounds to unlock the power of entrepreneurship to create career opportunities, inspire self-reliance, and build confidence that drives economic prosperity globally.     Founded over 25 years ago by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, BizWorld.org programs teach students real-world 21st century skills and leadership that encourage them to become responsible leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. More than 850,000 students in more than 100 countries have participated in BizWorld programs. https://www.bizworld.org/

BizWorld Updates Monthly Draper Innovation Index U.S.States Compete to Land in Top Ten of Best Places to Launch a Startup North Carolina Climbs into 4th, Passing ColoradoMassachusetts, Georgia, Washington Break into DII US Top 10Idaho, Virginia, and Wyoming Fall OutNew Mexico, Maryland, and Ohio Suffer Large DeclinesWashington, Oregon, and Wisconsin Enjoy Largest Gains Oakland, California – BizWorld announces the September 2025 update to the Draper Innovation Index U.S. (DII US), which evaluates each state’s innovation environment and entrepreneurship climate. Published monthly since 2021, the DII US provides the most well-rounded, up-to-date ranking of entrepreneurial locations, reflecting both traditional and emerging economic metrics, from taxes and regulations to venture capital investment, cryptocurrency friendliness, and blockchain investment trends. “Oregon and especially Washington were some of this month’s highest climbers,” said BizWorld Founder Tim Draper. “Washington actually broke into the DII US Top Ten. New business formation was a primary factor in both cases and this reflects a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship in the Pacific Northwest. For instance, the Seattle area alone is the home of almost a dozen Fortune 500 companies, including Amazon, Microsoft, Starbucks, and Costco. Oregon has its own history of entrepreneurship, most famously Nike but also Columbia Sportswear, Blackstone Audio, Bob’s Red Mill, and Pendleton Woolen Mills. If new entrepreneurs continue to follow in these footsteps, both states could continue their rise up the rankings.” Top Takeaways from the DII US September 2025 Update “Georgia also broke into our Top 10 this month as a result of the highest rate of recent venture capital investment growth,” said BizWorld Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Wallace Walrod. “As with Washington and Oregon, it has a long history of entrepreneurship, from Coca-Cola to Home Depot to Chick-fil-A to the Turner Broadcasting System. Other key strengths include housing affordability, the connections provided by the planet’s busiest airport, and a thriving film industry that’s earned the nickname ‘Hollywood of the South.’ These could all serve as foundations for future innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.” The DII US will continue to post monthly updates which can be accessed here. About BizWorld BizWorld.org is a global non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, whose mission is to equip future generations with entrepreneurial life skills to unlock their potential and create economic opportunity. Founded over 25 years ago by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, BizWorld.org programs teach students real-world 21st century skills and leadership that encourage them to become responsible leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. More than 850,000 students in more than 100 countries have participated in BizWorld programs. https://www.bizworld.org/

BizWorld Updates Monthly Draper Innovation Index GlobalNations Compete to Land in Top Ten of Best Places Globallyto Launch a Startup Finland Overtakes Singapore for 9th OverallNetherlands Pushes New Zealand Out of DII Global Top 10China and Russia DeclineMexico Plummets 35 SpotsGuyana and Turks and Caicos See Large DeclinesHungary, Suriname, and Kyrgyzstan See Largest ImprovementsLuxembourg Breaks into DII Global Top 20, Rising to 16th Oakland, California – BizWorld announces its September 2025 update to the Draper Innovation Index Global (DII Global), which evaluates each nation’s ability to develop, support, and retain entrepreneurs, innovators, startups, and investors. First published in 2021, the DII Global provides the most well-rounded and up-to-date look at entrepreneurial environments across the globe. This month’s rankings include updates to annual metrics including the World Bank’s Foreign Direct Investment data, Heritage Foundation’s Economic Freedom Index, and Freedom House’s Global Freedom Scores. “Mexico had by far this month’s biggest drop,” said BizWorld Founder Tim Draper. “It fell by 35 places for two main reasons: U.S. State Department travel advisories and declining scores on the Heritage Economic Freedom Index and the Freedom House Freedom in the World index. This speaks to the importance of countries prioritizing general economic freedom as well as the critical importance of international travel for national economies – and not just for hospitality and tourism, but every industry. Ensuring the safety of residents, investors, entrepreneurs, and visitors is foundational to any economy.” Top Takeaways from the DII Global September 2025 Update “Foreign direct investment was a major factor this month, both positively and negatively,” said BizWorld Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Wallace Walrod. “It was a major reason why Guyana and the Turks and Caicos had some of the month’s largest drops, and why Hungary had the largest jump in the DII Global rankings. Presenting a strong value proposition to foreign investors – through business-friendly regulation, an educated population, a stable currency, and other strategies – is a must for attracting entrepreneurs, investors, and economic growth, especially for developing countries.” The DII Global will release monthly updates to continually reflect the latest developments in global innovation and entrepreneurship, available here. About BizWorld BizWorld.org is a global non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, whose mission is to enable youth from all backgrounds to unlock the power of entrepreneurship to create career opportunities, inspire self-reliance, and build confidence that drives economic prosperity globally.     Founded over 25 years ago by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, BizWorld.org programs teach students real-world 21st century skills and leadership that encourage them to become responsible leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. More than 850,000 students in more than 100 countries have participated in BizWorld programs. https://www.bizworld.org/

BizWorld Updates Monthly Draper Innovation Index U.S.States Compete to Land in Top Ten of Best Places to Launch a Startup North Carolina Overtakes Texas for 5th placeVirginia Moves into DII US Top 10, Massachusetts Falls OutIdaho Rises to 8th, Wyoming Falls to 10thDelaware and Alabama See Largest GainsArkansas, Maryland, Illinois, and Massachusetts Register Largest Declines Oakland, California – BizWorld announces the August 2025 update to the Draper Innovation Index U.S. (DII US), which evaluates each state’s innovation environment and entrepreneurship climate. Published monthly since 2021, the DII US provides the most well-rounded, up-to-date ranking of entrepreneurial locations, reflecting both traditional and emerging economic metrics, from taxes and regulations to venture capital investment, cryptocurrency friendliness, and blockchain investment trends. “North Carolina, a consistent presence in the DII Ten, has now broken into the DII US Top Five,” said BizWorld Founder Tim Draper. “In the short term, this was the result of recent advances in crypto-related investment growth. Looking at the bigger picture, North Carolina’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem is driven by its Research Triangle, home to three universities, the nation’s largest research park, and a who’s who of high-tech companies. Investing in R&D and innovators remains builds a strong economic foundation, one with significant long-term benefits. Simply put, a population of educated, knowledgeable people is one of the biggest draws for companies, entrepreneurs. and investors.” Top Takeaways from the DII US August 2025 Update “Idaho rose across all three DII US scenarios this month,” said BizWorld Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Wallace Walrod. “It currently ranks 8th in the DII US Balanced scenario despite its relatively small population and economy.  On the other hand, a much larger state like Illinois fell down the ranks in all three scenarios. Idaho benefitted from an increase in cryptocurrency/blockchain-related venture capital investment growth. In the light of the newly passed GENIUS Act, which creates a positive regulatory environment for stablecoins in the United States, crypto-related investment trends will be even more of a factor in the DII rankings going forward.” The DII US will continue to post monthly updates which can be accessed here. About BizWorld BizWorld.org is a global non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, whose mission is to equip future generations with entrepreneurial life skills to unlock their potential and create economic opportunity. Founded over 25 years ago by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, BizWorld.org programs teach students real-world 21st century skills and leadership that encourage them to become responsible leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. More than 850,000 students in more than 100 countries have participated in BizWorld programs. https://www.bizworld.org/

BizWorld Updates Monthly Draper Innovation Index GlobalNations Compete to Land in Top Ten of Best Places Globallyto Launch a Startup DII Global Top 20 Remains Fairly ConsistentU.S. Remains at the TopRussia Continues to DropEstonia Reclaims 13th place from South KoreaGhana, Dominican Republic, and Albania See Largest DeclinesMacau, Northern Mariana Islands, Grenada, Bhutan, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Venezuela See Largest Improvement Oakland, California – BizWorld announces its August 2025 update to the Draper Innovation Index Global (DII Global), which evaluates each nation’s ability to develop, support, and retain entrepreneurs, innovators, startups, and investors. First published in 2021, the DII Global provides the most well-rounded and up-to-date look at entrepreneurial environments across the globe. ““Congress and the Trump administration passed the GENIUS (Guaranteeing Essential National Infrastructure in US-Stablecoins) Act last month, the first major cryptocurrency legislation in United States history,” said BizWorld Founder Tim Draper. “According to Brookings, fewer than ten major economies on the planet have stablecoin legislation, which means that the U.S. is breaking new ground in the crypto space – and that this crypto-friendliness will likely cement the US in first place in the DII Global index for the time being. Here at the Draper Innovation Index, we’ll closely monitor this act’s impact on the economy and financial markets and keep an eye on similar initiatives in other countries.” Top Takeaways from the DII Global August 2025 Update “Cryptocurrency innovation and adoption have greatly outpaced the regulatory environment,” said BizWorld Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Wallace Walrod. ““The United States is taking a major step towards catching up with the GENIUS Act, which creates a regulatory framework for stablecoins and could be the foundation for a new wave of crypto adoption and investment in the United States. The US joins just a handful of major economies with stablecoin legislation – we’ll keep an eye out for other countries potentially joining this club in the future. slowing down. The DII Global will release monthly updates to continually reflect the latest developments in global innovation and entrepreneurship, available here. About BizWorld BizWorld.org is a global non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, whose mission is to enable youth from all backgrounds to unlock the power of entrepreneurship to create career opportunities, inspire self-reliance, and build confidence that drives economic prosperity globally.     Founded over 25 years ago by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, BizWorld.org programs teach students real-world 21st century skills and leadership that encourage them to become responsible leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. More than 850,000 students in more than 100 countries have participated in BizWorld programs. https://www.bizworld.org/

BizWorld Updates Monthly Draper Innovation Index U.S.States Compete to Land in Top Ten of Best Places to Launch a Startup Utah Reclaims 2nd Place from New HampshireCalifornia and New York Slip LowerMassachusetts Breaks into DII U.S. Top 10Wyoming and Idaho Drop in Top 10; Georgia Falls OutIndiana, Michigan, Connecticut, and Oklahoma See Largest FallsIllinois, New Mexico, and Washington Post Largest Gains Oakland, California – BizWorld announces the July 2025 update to the Draper Innovation Index U.S. (DII US), which evaluates each state’s innovation environment and entrepreneurship climate. Published monthly since 2021, the DII US provides the most well-rounded, up-to-date ranking of entrepreneurial locations, reflecting both traditional and emerging economic metrics, from taxes and regulations to venture capital investment, cryptocurrency friendliness, and blockchain investment trends. “New York ranked 48th this month on the DII U.S. rankings despite having the third largest state economy,” said BizWorld Founder Tim Draper. “Another DII U.S. scenario makes the reason why very clear – it ranks 49th in DII U.S. Regulatory and Tax scenario. Ultimately, entrepreneurs and investors endeavor to avoid such onerous regulatory and tax burdens, to follow the path of least resistance, so to speak. And, when it comes to state-level regulatory and tax barriers, entrepreneurs and investors can simply pack up and move elsewhere. For instance, think of Chevron, Oracle, Tesla and other major companies that have moved away from California due to the state’s stringent regulatory policy environment and high costs of doing business.” Top Takeaways from the DII US July 2025 Update “In contrast to New York, Utah ranks highly on the DII U.S. due to its business-friendly regulatory environment,” said BizWorld Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Wallace Walrod. “And it’s not just our rankings – outlets like WalletHub and U.S. News and World Report also rank them as one of the nation’s best places to do business. Part of this is due to favorable demographics, such as a growing young population. But it’s mostly the result of deliberate policy decisions to create a welcoming business environment.” The DII US will continue to post monthly updates which can be accessed here. About BizWorld BizWorld.org is a global non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, whose mission is to equip future generations with entrepreneurial life skills to unlock their potential and create economic opportunity. Founded over 25 years ago by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, BizWorld.org programs teach students real-world 21st century skills and leadership that encourage them to become responsible leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. More than 850,000 students in more than 100 countries have participated in BizWorld programs. https://www.bizworld.org/

BizWorld Updates Monthly Draper Innovation Index GlobalNations Compete to Land in Top Ten of Best Places Globallyto Launch a Startup China Sinks LowerAustralia Climbs DII Global Top 10 Pushing Sweden LowerNew Zealand Reclaims 10th Place; Germany Slips to 11thArgentina, Paraguay, Honduras, and Uruguay Continue ImprovementsNorway, Ireland, Hong Kong, Turkey, El Salvador, and Venezuela DeclineIndia Remains SteadyNamibia, Anguilla, Jordan, and Jamaica Post Large Gain Oakland, California – BizWorld announces its July 2025 update to the Draper Innovation Index Global (DII Global), which evaluates each nation’s ability to develop, support, and retain entrepreneurs, innovators, startups, and investors. First published in 2021, the DII Global provides the most well-rounded and up-to-date look at entrepreneurial environments across the globe. “India overtook China for the first time in DII Global history, a significant and telling event,” said BizWorld Founder Tim Draper. “This month the world’s two largest nations ranked 65th and 69th, respectively. Looking forward, India has a significant demographic advantage over China with a population that is on average about a decade younger in terms of age. This will lead to tremendous economic growth opportunities. I wouldn’t be surprised if it continues to rise up the DII Global ranks in the second half of this year.” Top Takeaways from the DII Global July 2025 Update “China fell to 69th place this month, despite having the world’s second largest economy,” said BizWorld Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Wallace Walrod. “In addition to the current trade war, China has some major long-term challenges, including a rapidly aging population, drastic declines in foreign direct investment, and the long-term consequences of its real estate crisis, which began in 2021 and shows no signs of slowing down. The DII Global will release monthly updates to continually reflect the latest developments in global innovation and entrepreneurship, available here. About BizWorld BizWorld.org is a global non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, whose mission is to enable youth from all backgrounds to unlock the power of entrepreneurship to create career opportunities, inspire self-reliance, and build confidence that drives economic prosperity globally.     Founded over 25 years ago by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, BizWorld.org programs teach students real-world 21st century skills and leadership that encourage them to become responsible leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. More than 850,000 students in more than 100 countries have participated in BizWorld programs. https://www.bizworld.org/

BizWorld Updates Monthly Draper Innovation Index U.S.States Compete to Land in Top Ten of Best Places to Launch a Startup California and New York Fall SharplyNew Hampshire Catapults into 2nd; Utah Falls to 3rdColorado Overtakes Texas and North CarolinaWyoming, Idaho, and Georgia Break into Top 10Delaware and Oregon See Sharpest DeclinesPennsylvania, Wyoming, Illinois See Largest Improvements Oakland, California – BizWorld announces the June 2025 update to the Draper Innovation Index U.S. (DII US), which evaluates each state’s innovation environment and entrepreneurship climate. Published monthly since 2021, the DII US provides the most well-rounded, up-to-date ranking of entrepreneurial locations, reflecting both traditional and emerging economic metrics, from taxes and regulations to venture capital investment, cryptocurrency friendliness, and blockchain investment trends. In order to continually provide an up-to-date assessment of states performance on the DII US, this month’s release includes the addition of the CATO Institute’s US Economic Freedom Index. “As with the DII Global, this month’s incorporation of the CATO Institute’s Economic Freedom Index as a key data source has had a major impact on the DII US rankings this month,” said BizWorld Founder Tim Draper. “Due to very low ranking on the CATO Index, California (48th) and New York (50th), the first and third largest state economies, both fell sharply down the DII US rankings this month. Conversely, states that ranked highly on the CATO Index like New Hampshire (1st) jumped in our rankings.” Top Takeaways from the DII US June 2025 Update “Many of the nation’s largest state economies saw sizable rises and falls this month,” said BizWorld Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Wallace Walrod. “While California and New York dropped, Illinois and Massachusetts, for instance, both rose across all three DII US scenarios. Pennsylvania, the sixth largest state economy, also rose by thirteen places. Just as with the national and global economy appears, more volatility is likely certain possible in the coming months, which means opportunities for states to improve their DII US rankings – and possible challenges for incumbents at the top of the list.” The DII US will continue to post monthly updates which can be accessed here. About BizWorld BizWorld.org is a global non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, whose mission is to equip future generations with entrepreneurial life skills to unlock their potential and create economic opportunity. Founded over 25 years ago by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, BizWorld.org programs teach students real-world 21st century skills and leadership that encourage them to become responsible leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. More than 850,000 students in more than 100 countries have participated in BizWorld programs. https://www.bizworld.org/

BizWorld Updates Monthly Draper Innovation Index GlobalNations Compete to Land in Top Ten of Best Places Globallyto Launch a Startup China Sinks LowerAustralia Climbs DII Global Top 10 Pushing Sweden LowerNew Zealand Reclaims 10th Place; Germany Slips to 11thArgentina, Paraguay, Honduras, and Uruguay Continue ImprovementsNorway, Ireland, Hong Kong, Turkey, El Salvador, and Venezuela DeclineIndia Remains SteadyNamibia, Anguilla, Jordan, and Jamaica Post Large Gain Oakland, California – BizWorld announces its June 2025 update to the Draper Innovation Index Global (DII Global), which evaluates each nation’s ability to develop, support, and retain entrepreneurs, innovators, startups, and investors. First published in 2021, the DII Global provides the most well-rounded and up-to-date look at entrepreneurial environments across the globe. This month’s DII release includes a number of data updates, most notably the addition of the CATO Institute’s Human Freedom Index as well as newly released metrics from Transparency International’s Corruption Perception Index and the United Nation’s Human Development Index. “This month’s addition of the CATO Institute’s Human Freedom Index had an immediate impact on our rankings,” said BizWorld Founder Tim Draper. “The inclusion of CATO’s Index contributed to Argentina’s renewed rise up the rankings and to China’s continued decline. In fact, at 67th, China’s fall has now fallen to its lowest level yet since the country was ranked 15th in the inaugural 2021 DII Global index rankings. Here at BizWorld, we continually seek to enhance the DII Global by incorporating the most current, accurate, and relevant data sources because our index is designed to reflect the constantly changing and evolving global economy.” Top Takeaways from the DII Global June 2025 Update “China, the world’s second largest economy, fell across all three DII Global scenarios this month,” said BizWorld Chief Economic Advisor Dr. Wallace Walrod. “This was due to a number of factors, including a declining performance on the Corruption Perception Index and a weak score on the newly incorporated CATO Human Freedom Index. Corruption and a lack individual and economic freedom are, of course, a poor combination, and nations wanting to build investments in innovators and entrepreneurs would do well by focusing on addressing these issues.” The DII Global will release monthly updates to continually reflect the latest developments in global innovation and entrepreneurship, available here. About BizWorld BizWorld.org is a global non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, whose mission is to enable youth from all backgrounds to unlock the power of entrepreneurship to create career opportunities, inspire self-reliance, and build confidence that drives economic prosperity globally.     Founded over 25 years ago by Silicon Valley venture capitalist Tim Draper, BizWorld.org programs teach students real-world 21st century skills and leadership that encourage them to become responsible leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. More than 850,000 students in more than 100 countries have participated in BizWorld programs. https://www.bizworld.org/