Inspiring Young Professionals

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Annette Gray on Developing Future Business Owners

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Mar 19, 2018

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Young entrepreneurs looking to become future business owners are getting a helping hand from local nonprofit, GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute. Its goal is simple: developing social entrepreneurs through business coaching and technical assistance; all while combating the school dropout rate. Interview recorded: February 17^th, 2018

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Improving Florida’s Foster Care System

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An estimated 19,000 kids are circulating through Florida’s foster care system – with about 600 of them still looking for a permanent home to live in. One state lawmaker is committing his freshman term to improving the system. Representative Spencer Roach discusses his transition from private to public service and how he’s tackling child welfare in the Sunshine State.

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Every student deserves a chance to succeed, and that’s exactly what one educational nonprofit is providing in Southwest Florida. Susan McManus, Executive Director of Champions for Learning, discusses their program.

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Helping Young Girls Achieve Confidence

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Adolescence can be a trying time for any young adult – as a recent New York Times survey claims confidence levels of girls between the ages of 8 and 14 plummets by as much as 30%. Organizations like Girls on the Run of the Big Bend help kids find their poise and achieve their full potential. Executive Director, Jennifer Powell, explains their mission.

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