Episode 4

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7th Apr 2022

Trailblazing advancements in access to capital for small businesses

Access to capital is the biggest barrier to building a thriving small business sector. Innovation is the only way out. This episode features the audio recording from the virtual EIC Catalyst Network Discussion Series held on March 24, 2022. In a panel moderated by podcast host David Ponraj, we hear from trailblazers with noteworthy advancements in small business lending, technical assistance, and philanthropy. The conversation explores opportunities and actionable steps to help solve the capital problem in the development of inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Panelists include: 

  • Chanell Scott Contreras, ProsperUS (Detroit, MI)
  • Aaron Seybert, Social Investment Practice, Kresge Foundation (National based in Detroit, MI)
  • Steve Wanta, JUST (Austin, TX)
  • Moderated by David Ponraj, EIC

Learn more about the EIC Catalyst Network Discussion Series

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Breaking Down Barriers
A Podcast About Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
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