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Breaking Down BarriersA Podcast About Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development Author: Economic Impact Catalyst
This podcast explores the opportunity to build wealth in local, regional, and national economies through entrepreneurship-led economic development. Episodes feature changemakers with innovative approaches to empowering people to start businesses that create wealth for their families and improve outcomes for their communities. Conversations highlight work being done in communities across the US to break down barriers to entrepreneurial opportunity in underserved and underrepresented communities. In this series, we share authentic stories about the impact that entrepreneurship-led economic development has on the local economy and connect a global network of passionate economic developers. Find out more at economicimpactcatalyst.com/impact Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Non-Profit Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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From Barriers to Bridges: California's Innovation Blueprint for Small Business Success with Tara Lynn Gray
Episode 1
Wednesday, 20 November, 2024
Join host David Ponraj as he dives deep into California's groundbreaking initiatives for small business development with Tara Lynn Gray, Director of the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA). In this eye-opening episode, we explore the state's innovative technical assistance program and its mission to democratize access to capital for underserved entrepreneurs. From success stories like a San Diego doctor's journey through faith-based workshops to the transformative potential of mesh networks, discover how California is reimagining small business support. Gray shares her insights on scaling support for solopreneurs, implementing Governor Newsom's equity-focused executive order, and leveraging SSBCI 2.0 funding to create a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem. Whether you're a small business owner or passionate about economic development, this conversation offers a compelling look at how California is working to bridge the gap between innovation and opportunity.Learn more about CalOSBA's work here: https://calosba.ca.gov/about/office-of-the-small-business-advocate/
