by David Ponraj | Apr 13, 2023 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
Reliance on one industry for economic growth is never a good strategy, akin to “putting all of your eggs in one basket.” If that “basket” fails, the local economy collapses. This is why diversification is key, and entrepreneurship-led economic development (also known...
by David Ponraj | Apr 12, 2023 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
Entrepreneurship-led Economic Development (ELED) is a series of steps taken to develop an economy and generate revenue for a region through new business starts and existing business growth. It is an approach employed to drive economic growth and create new jobs...
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 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...
by David Ponraj | Jul 12, 2022 | Catalyst Network Discussion Series, Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
Written by Jodi McLean, Chief of Staff and Business Development at Economic Impact Catalyst. Economic development efforts have traditionally focused on attracting and retaining large companies to a region. Economic Developers have long ignored microbusinesses, those...
