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127: Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development: A Conversation with Rob Williams of SourceLink
127: Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development: A Conversation with Rob Williams of SourceLink
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24 minutes
Released:
May 6, 2024
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Podcast episode
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In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dane Carlson interviews Rob Williams, director of SourceLink, a not-for-profit organization that collaborates with economic development agencies to promote entrepreneurial-led economic growth. Rob details SourceLink's origins in 2003 in Kansas City, Missouri, where it began as an initiative to better connect local entrepreneurs to resources, evolving into a significant player in fostering entrepreneurial ecosystems across the U.S. He discusses the early challenges of advocating for entrepreneurship in economic development, the importance of tailored community strategies, and practical steps communities can take to engage and support local entrepreneurs. Rob emphasizes the evolving understanding and importance of entrepreneurship in economic development, sharing insights from his extensive experience and the impact of SourceLink's work in various communities.
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Released:
May 6, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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