by David Ponraj | Oct 24, 2022 | Breaking Down Barriers
EPISODE 12 In this episode, guest host Molly King is joined by Teresa Grandal Cusse, Assistant Executive Director of the Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation is a public-private...
by David Ponraj | Sep 27, 2022 | Breaking Down Barriers, Catalyst Network Discussion Series, Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
EPISODE 11 In this discussion, we are joined by leaders in the field who are forging powerful diversity, equity & inclusion initiatives to expand economic opportunity and break down barriers for women and minority entrepreneurs. In this segment of the Catalyst...
by David Ponraj | Sep 14, 2022 | Our Stories
Lauren Bernard, Head of Product Going into college, I fell into the same group as about 65% of the rest of my freshman class—I had no idea what I wanted to do. Throughout high school I had explored various interests and activities, hoping that I’d be more prepared...
by David Ponraj | Sep 6, 2022 | Breaking Down Barriers, Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
EPISODE 10 From non-profits to the private sector, Ms. Metzer possesses an array of skills and experiences in project management and ecosystem development. In addition, Ms. Metzer is a self-motivated entrepreneur and works passionately to develop rural opportunities...
by David Ponraj | Aug 5, 2022 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
This post was co-authored by David Ponraj, CEO, and Jodi McLean, Chief of Staff, at Economic Impact Catalyst. Photo by Jaye Haych on Unsplash. The No Wrong Door Concept The concept of “No Wrong Door” is not specific to economic development and has been adopted by...