by McKenzie Dial-Fritscher | Jun 3, 2024 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
The Importance of Main Street Revitalization For the many small towns and villages across America’s heartland, long-term economic and population decline has put their very future at risk. As rural areas have hemorrhaged jobs, businesses, and residents over the... 
by McKenzie Dial-Fritscher | Mar 28, 2024 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
Communities around the country are refocusing efforts on developing and supporting entrepreneurship. One of the first steps many take is defining what their unique community’s entrepreneurial ecosystem looks like. The entrepreneurial ecosystem is loosely defined as a... 
by McKenzie Dial-Fritscher | Feb 8, 2024 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
Entrepreneurial ecosystems don’t spring up overnight. They require cultivation by champions who advocate for entrepreneurship, connect key players, develop talent and resources, measure progress, and catalyze growth. In this post, I’ll share five ways an... 
by damiongraham | Dec 1, 2023 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development
The landscape of small business support has evolved significantly, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Organizations like the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) have pioneered innovative programs such as the Small Business Support Hub... 
by damiongraham | Nov 22, 2023 | Essentials of Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development, Our Stories
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 of starting a business, highlighting the need for a variety of skills such as finance, sales,... 
by damiongraham | 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... 
