National Entrepreneurs' Day

National Entrepreneurs’ Day is celebrated annually on the third Tuesday of November, honoring the spirit of entrepreneurship and the individuals who embody it. In 2024, this special day will be observed on November 19, recognizing the contributions of entrepreneurs who drive innovation and progress.

Many countries thrive on entrepreneurs– visionaries who start from scratch and turn dreams into reality. Fueled by ambition, they identify needs, create solutions, and build companies that not only provide jobs but also generate wealth.

These innovative minds embody the spirit of ambition, transforming challenges into success stories and driving relentless progress.

All of the products that have become essential in our daily lives were once just a prototype in some budding entrepreneur’s mind. This day celebrates those go-getters, and inspires people to be entrepreneurs themselves, and start their own businesses - especially those that are part of the next generation!

National Entrepreneurs’ Day History

The idea of National Entrepreneurs’ Day came to David Hauser and Siamak Taghaddos in 2010. These two were entrepreneurs themselves who founded Grasshopper.

Hauser and Siamak did not understand why, in a country that values entrepreneurship as much as America, there still wasn’t a day to celebrate those who build businesses from nothing. They started petitioning for signatures to present a proposal for this National holiday to the government.

Finally, their wish came to fruition six months later, on November 15, 2010, when President Barack Obama issued a proclamation declaring the last day of National Entrepreneurship Week as National Entrepreneurs’ Day. 

President Obama’s aim in proclaiming National Entrepreneurs’ Day a national observance was to boost small businesses and encourage their growth, and to have the government put policies in place that benefit start-up businesses as a way to create more jobs in America, thus ensuring economic growth.

In 2012, November was declared National Entrepreneurship Month. 

Famous Entrepreneurs Who Inspire Us

Adi Dassler- Adidas

The globally renowned sports brand Adidas actually had humble beginnings. Its founder Adi Dassler was born in a family of shoemakers. However, it was Dassler's vision that took this to the next level- he sought to create sports shoes that would enhance athletic performance.

With his innovative designs and attention to detail, Dassler began producing shoes specifically tailored for different sports, revolutionizing the industry.

Melanie Perkins- Canva

Canva is a software most of us have used when we felt overwhelmed with other design softwares. The brain behind this amazing idea was Melanie Perkins, an Australian technology entrepreneur. 

She was only 26 years old when she founded Canva. The purpose behind the development of this software was to simplify graphic design, making it accessible to everyone, regardless of their technical skills. Melanie Perkins envisioned a tool that could empower users to create professional-quality designs with ease, removing the complexity of traditional design software.

Bill Gates- Microsoft

Microsoft's inspiring journey began in 1975 when a young Bill Gates, along with his childhood friend Paul Allen, decided to turn their shared passion for computing into something world-changing.

Fueled by Gates' relentless curiosity and drive, Microsoft developed the MS-DOS operating system, which paved the way for the iconic Windows platform. Gates’ vision of making personal computing accessible to every household wasn’t just a business venture- it was his personal mission to empower people through technology. From a humble startup to a global tech giant, Microsoft’s success is a testament to Gates’ unwavering belief in the power of innovation and determination.

Falguni Nayar- Nykaa

Nykaa was the first e-commerce beauty platform in India and the brain behind this genius idea was Flaguni Nayar. She was 50 when she launched Nykaa, proving that age is no barrier to entrepreneurship and innovation.

As of 2024, Nykaa boasts an impressive market value of $6.72 billion, reflecting its strong success and influence.

Whitney Wolfe herd- Bumble

Bumble, the first dating app where women had to make the first move changed the whole online dating landscape globally and as aspected, there was a woman behind this idea- Whitney Wolfe Herd.

But did you know she was a part of Tinder before this? After her departure from Tinder, she recognized the need for a dating app that prioritized women's safety and empowerment, leading her to create Bumble and reshape the dating experience.