Our Stories

This series explores the stories of economic impact catalysts driving community revitalization. We examine the inspirational efforts of leaders, innovators, and changemakers working to spur economic growth and opportunity. Stories covered spotlight social entrepreneurs, small business owners, economic developers, and other catalysts of positive change. With real-world examples, the series provides an inside look into the people and projects building stronger, more resilient local economies. Follow along as we delve into the motivations, challenges, and impacts of these economic change agents.

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EIC Welcomes Dr. Sabrina Robins as Director of Community Development

by | Mar 15, 2024 | Updates & Announcements | 0 Comments

Dr. Bri, a highly accomplished professional with a diverse background in workforce solutions,community engagement, and public history, joins Economic Impact Catalyst...

Mississippi SBDC Partners with Economic Impact Catalyst on Critical Research Study

by | Nov 28, 2023 | News & Media,Our Stories,Updates & Announcements | 0 Comments

University, MS - The Mississippi Small Business Development Center (Mississippi SBDC) is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Economic Impact Catalyst to...

Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC) Welcomes Kim Vogel as Chief Strategy Officer

by | Nov 28, 2023 | Our Stories,Updates & Announcements | 0 Comments

CLEARWATER, FL, Tuesday, November 28, 2023 —Economic Impact Catalyst (EIC), the Clearwater-based technology and market research firm for entrepreneurship-led economic...

The Art of Starting Up: David Ponraj’s Vision for Easier Entrepreneurship

by | Nov 22, 2023 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development,Our Stories | 0 Comments

The Art of Starting Up: David Ponraj's Vision for Easier Entrepreneurship David Ponraj, founder and CEO of Economic Impact Catalyst shares insights on the difficulties...

Women’s History Month: Focus on Molly King, Director of Client Experience at EIC

by | Mar 28, 2023 | Our Stories | 0 Comments

Economic Impact Catalyst takes great pride in ensuring that our employees have the ability and freedom to do what they love while working toward a bigger cause. This...

Women’s History Month: Focus on Jodi McLean, Director of Sales and Marketing at EIC

by | Mar 23, 2023 | Our Stories | 0 Comments

Economic Impact Catalyst takes great pride in ensuring that our employees have the ability and freedom to do what they love while working toward a bigger cause. This...

Women’s History Month: Focus on Lauren Bernard, Head of Product at EIC

by | Mar 20, 2023 | Our Stories | 0 Comments

Economic Impact Catalyst takes great pride in ensuring that our employees have the ability and freedom to do what they love while working toward a bigger cause. This...

Women’s History Month: Focus on Ana Cotua, EIC’s Senior Financial Analyst

by | Mar 15, 2023 | Our Stories | 0 Comments

Economic Impact Catalyst takes great pride in ensuring that our employees have the ability and freedom to do what they love while working toward a bigger cause. This...

Women’s History Month: Focus on McKenzie Dial-Fritscher, SVP of Operations at EIC

by | Mar 10, 2023 | Our Stories | 0 Comments

Economic Impact Catalyst takes great pride in ensuring that our employees have the ability and freedom to do what they love while working toward a bigger cause. This...

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