Host Joel Skene is joined by Matt Raker of Mountain BizWorks, an Asheville based community development financial institution that’s been fueling inclusive, local entrepreneurship for over 30 years. Matt shares how peer-to-peer networks, flexible capital, and community-rooted strategies have driven the CDFI’s long-term success.
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction to Local Investing and Mountain Bizworks
- 03:11 The History and Impact of Mountain Bizworks
- 06:08 Understanding the Funds: Structure and Purpose
- 09:09 Community Support and Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
- 11:45 Navigating Funding Sources and Financial Strategies
- 15:05 The Role of CDFIs in Local Economies
- 17:59 Local Food Networks and Community Connections
- 21:04 Future Directions and Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
- 28:07 Local Investment and Community Impact
- 32:06 Empowering Neighborhood Change
- 35:10 Navigating Business Ownership Transitions
- 40:11 Equity Funding and Community Support
- 47:04 Training and Resources for Entrepreneurs
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