Christine Ntim

Last week I revealed to a small community that I’m saying farewell to the old newsletter format and stepping into a fresh, more meaningful way of connecting with you. I’m getting bored with the old ways of doing things and quite frankly i think you are getting fed up with your inbox as well. 

Starting this Wednesday, you’ll find me in your inbox each week with purpose-driven strategies, tips, and reflections on scaling your business and connecting with stakeholders within the Haiti Tech Summit community. 

Starting this Tuesday, our inbox will be your new favorite place. We are integrating Haiti Tech Summit with full updates on the program line up and GSE global offerings.

Here is why this change is happening. 

Entrepreneurship is harder than ever.

Funding is scarce. Markets are shifting. And founders are burning out.

At Global Startup Ecosystem (GSE), we’ve supported over 100,000 entrepreneurs since 2017 — and we know what it takes to survive and scale in tough times. 

That’s why we’re relaunching our weekly newsletter, now better than ever, to deliver exactly what you need, when you need it most:

Whether you’re in launch mode, scaling stage, or mid-pivot, we’ve got your back.

Your next big move could come from a Wednesday morning email.

“Use your fear… it will take you to the place where you store your courage”. 

– Amelia Earhart

Haiti Tech Summit Community Announcements

***We are pleased to announce the May edition of Haiti Tech Summit Stakeholder Dialogues.This session will feature Marleen Julien Souverain, Racha Yehia and Daphnee Karen Floreal. Register here for access to this session: https://lnkd.in/eadg2gBn​

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Here’s What Else You Need to Know This Week

1.Emergency Founder Support Session

Join us for an insightful session tomorrow Thursday on the State of the Global Startup Ecosystem on May 15th at 10 am EST, where we’ll explore the major trends reshaping entrepreneurship amid today’s economic downturn. 

This webinar will unpack the real challenges startups face—rising capital costs, shifting investor priorities, changing customer behaviors—and what they mean for founders and startup ecosystem builders around the world. In this session, you’ll gain:

**A global perspective on how startup ecosystems are evolving in 2025

**Key insights into new funding models and growth strategies
**Practical solutions for founders navigating uncertainty
**Actionable guidance for startup program managers adapting to the new normal

Whether you’re an early-stage founder, investor, or accelerator lead, this session will equip you with data-driven insights and forward-looking strategies to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape. Registration is now open for live access and post program notes here: https://forms.gle/Kb24xW3cxPpkaCjs5

2. My Favorite Finds to help you scale your startup and personal brand

***STARTUP FUNDING RESOURCE ALERT! Funding for startups has changed. 2 years ago Forbes did an article on the VC rest…Need funding? Let me connect you to Kirsten Barker – Program Director for the Bank of America Institute for Women’s Entrepreneurship at Cornell University who shares grant and funding opportunities listed globally and by state here: download the spreadsheet monthly! 

***EVENTS Top event ecosystems that entrepreneurs should be attending (to close contracts, get exposure and more): Tech Week 2025 United Nations UNGA Week Sept 2025 ​

***REPLAY First, here is the replay from last week’s live Webinar Wednesday, How I Filled My Calendar W Speaking Gigs in One Year As A Busy Entrepreneur. Over 400+ people joined live via zoom, Linkedin and Facebook!

3.Soft Exclusive Founders Inaugural Launch: GSE Digital Startup Academy *****

In response to a challenging economic climate and the growing pressure on early-stage entrepreneurs, Global Startup Ecosystem (GSE) today announced the official launch of the GSE Digital Startup Academy — a paid membership community designed to help startup founders build resilient, scalable companies in uncertain times.

We are privately opening the doors for the first 50 entrepreneurs, by inviting you to the GSE Digital Startup Academy as a Founding Member. This is your chance to get early access to:

 Private Monthly live calls & startup advisory (Led by CEO Christine Ntim) 
 Exclusive templates, checklists & growth playbooks
Strategic Advisory Training and Masterclass Sessions 
 A global founder community that gets it Plus, a lifetime discount — just $24.99/month forever

The GSE Digital Startup Academy is your all-in-one digital launchpad — a private online community + growth accelerator packed with tools, training, and expert support to help you build a resilient, scalable business. 

In addition to the founding member perks above, the first 10 entrepreneurs to join will also get an additional strategic 1:1 private startup advisory consulting session with Christine Ntim. Sign up to be a Founding Member of the exclusive GSE Digital Startup Academy here.

Before you go here is how I can help you:

***Join an alumni of over 7000+ alumni entrepreneurs who launched their startup idea with our annual GSE Digital Startup Accelerator Program. Apply to join the fall 2025 cohort here. ​

***If you are an experienced entrepreneur who is navigating this current climate and want access to a digital community of entrepreneurs with monthly mastermind workshops, directly with our CEO sign up for the GSE Digital Startup Academy here. ​

If today’s newsletter was helpful, reply back with any comments and questions. As a reminder, we read every single email.

See you next Wednesday — same time, same inbox.

Best, Staniel 

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