by David Ponraj | Nov 16, 2023 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
In the whirlwind of holiday shopping that follows Thanksgiving, amidst the chaos of discounts and deals from big-box retailers, there’s a gem of a day that stands out for its significance beyond mere consumerism. Small Business Saturday, celebrated on the Saturday...
by David Ponraj | Aug 7, 2023 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
As our economic landscape rapidly evolves, the success of any region or community hinges on its ability to develop and maintain a skilled, educated workforce that aligns with the needs of local employers and industries. The intersection of economic development and...
by David Ponraj | Dec 8, 2021 | Catalyst Network Discussion Series, Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development, Leveraging Data & Technology
How do we recognize the impact of entrepreneurship in our economy towards the development in our communities? What approaches are moving the needle in breaking down barriers to entrepreneurship and wealth creation? In this final segment of EIC’s 2021 Discussion...
by David Ponraj | Dec 6, 2021 | Catalyst Network Discussion Series, Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development, Leveraging Data & Technology
This panel discussion was recorded as part of the 2021 Discussion Series where visionary economic developers, entrepreneurship ecosystem builders, and policy experts discussed how to recognize the impact of entrepreneurship-led economic development in our communities...
by David Ponraj | Nov 29, 2021 | Breaking Down Barriers
EPISODE 28 Show host, David Ponraj, recently sat down with a group of esteemed panelists, as part of a virtual webinar series hosted by Startup Space. The panelists include economic development and entrepreneurship support organization leaders in Florida, Illinois,...