The Rise of the Rest: How Entrepreneurs in Surprising Places are Building the New American Dream

Steve Case, the co-founder of AOL and Revolution, and bestselling author of The Third Wave, launched Revolutions Rise of the Rest in 2014 to accelerate the growth of tech startups in cities across the country. The initiative aims to create a vibrant startup culture in cities, which can lead to renewed growth and prosperity. Case believes that great entrepreneurs can be found anywhere and that they are key to the American DNA. However, venture capital has been concentrated in a few states, making it harder for innovators outside of major tech hubs to start and scale companies. Rise of the Rest seeks to level the playing field for entrepreneurs and create opportunities and jobs for people and places that have been left behind.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2022
Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Steve Case, the co-founder of America Online and Revolution, and a New York Times bestselling author of "The Third Wave," presents a captivating account of how entrepreneurs across the United States are forging innovative paths, revitalizing communities, and generating new job opportunities, thereby reshaping the American landscape and fostering a sense of unity among people. In 2014, Case initiated "Revolution's Rise of the Rest," an ambitious initiative aimed at propelling the growth of tech startups across the country. At the core of this initiative lies a fundamental belief: cities can rejuvenate and regain their vitality by cultivating a thriving startup culture. Case, himself a visionary entrepreneur, firmly believes that exceptional entrepreneurs can be found anywhere, and with the right support and investment, they have the potential to flourish. In fact, entrepreneurship plays a vital role in the very fabric of American society. America itself emerged as a startup, facing numerous challenges along the way. However, its resilience and determination have propelled it to become the dominant force in the world today, boasting the largest economy in the world. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the legacy of countless generations of pioneering entrepreneurs who have paved the way for progress and innovation. Nevertheless, America faces a pressing need to fulfill its promises to entrepreneurs, particularly those who reside outside the major tech hubs. For the past decade, a significant portion of venture capital has been allocated to just three states: California, New York, and Massachusetts, leaving the forty-seven remaining states to share the remaining twenty-five percent. Moreover, the challenges faced by entrepreneurs are not uniform across the country. Less than ten percent of venture capital currently goes to female founders, and even less, less than one percent, goes to Black founders. Given the crucial role that new companies, or startups, play in creating net new job opportunities, it is essential that entrepreneurs across the board have equal access to the resources and opportunities necessary to start and scale their businesses. Rise of the Rest is a groundbreaking initiative that seeks to address these disparities and level the playing field. By providing funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities to entrepreneurs in underserved regions, Rise of the Rest aims to empower them to build successful companies and contribute to the economic growth of their communities. Through its efforts, Rise of the Rest is fostering a sense of optimism and hope among entrepreneurs, regardless of their background or location. It is a testament to the power of entrepreneurship to drive positive change and create a brighter future for all. By supporting and investing in entrepreneurs, we can empower them to build groundbreaking companies, renew communities, and create new jobs, shaping a more inclusive and prosperous American landscape.

Weight: 476g
Dimension: 213 x 140 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781982191849