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6:52

Impacts Of Adult Low Literacy Skills From Finding Employment To Community

Adults who lack important skills in literacy have challenges finding and maintaining employment. Literacy Volunteers of Greater Hartford, Executive Director, Stephen Morris, discusses programs helping students prepare for jobs with a livable wage.

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6:33

The Economic Impact of Latinos in Michigan

According to the 2020 U.S. Census,Hispanics and Latinos make up 5.6% of Michiganresidents, up from 4.4% in 2010. Dr. Isabel Montemayor-Vazquez, Executive Director of the Hispanic Latino/Commission of Michigan joins host Laurel Hess to talk about the impact that Latinos are having on Michigan's economy.

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6:14

You Don't Want To Miss This When You Visit Boston

Greater Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau President and CEO, Martha Sheridan, talks the many events hosted in Boston and the region from the recent U.S. Open and NBA Finals to the Red Sox at Fenway; and from summer concerts to the upcoming 2023 Army-Navy Game and the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Gillette.

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5:43

What You Need To Know About Cape Cod Tourism, Housing And The Economy

Cape Cod Massachusetts has unique challenges post-pandemic. Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce CEO, Paul Niedzwiecki, discusses the impact labor shortages, housing shortages and supply shortages have on summer travel and tourism to the Cape.

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4:38

A Little Town With Big Plans

The town of Crescent City, Florida is made up of just 2.1 square miles. While small in size, this little parcel of the Sunshine State is set on some big makeover projects for the community. Charles Rudd is the City Manager and talks about their redevelopment plans.

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6:56

Did Your Donations Are Turned Into Jobs Opportunities For Others?

Every donation you make to Goodwill results in employment opportunities for individuals who face barriers to the workforce. Goodwill Industries of Southern New England President, Richard Borer, talks job training and breaking down barriers to employment

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6:21

LGBTQ+ Businesses: Adding Over $1.7 Trillion to U.S. Economy

LGBTQ+-owned businesses generate over $1.7 trillion in economic impact, help create jobs, and innovate business solutions nationwide. Despite this positive impact on the U.S. economy, 54% of LGBTQ+ Americans live in states that do not protect against credit and loan discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.

Lauren Schweppe, Director of Programs and Stakeholder Advocacy with the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce, talks with host Tetiana Anderson about the successes of LGBTQ+-owned businesses, the challenges they face, and efforts to elevate them.

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7:42

Breaking It Down: The Global Economic Effects Of COVID-19

Associated Industries of Massachusetts President and CEO, John Regan, explains the economy and its effects on the state, country and world as labor force shortages, supply chain challenges, inflation, new COVID-19 variants and the war in Ukraine persists.

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9:52

Helping Local Businesses Better Obtain City Government Contracts

Philadelphia City Councilmember At-Large Isaiah Thomas discusses how his Keep it Local bill could help local businesses better obtain government contracts, the importance of the arts and culture sector to the city’s economy, and the tenth anniversary of his youth basketball camp. Recorded April 6, 2022.

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5:18

This Is The Secret To The Rutland Region's Success

The Chamber and Economic Development of the Rutland Region makes it their business to strengthen and grow the regional economy while protecting and preserving it. CEDRR Executive Director Lyle Jepsen explains.

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4:40

Bridging the Filipino Generational Gap

Asian Americans are the fastest-growing ethnic group in the country. The US Pinoy for Good Governance is creating events to spread knowledge about the Filipino culture. Brenda Sanagustin, Chairperson of the 2022 Filipino Unity Day and President of the US Pinoy for Good Governance joins Laurel Hess to discuss the importance of Unity Day.

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7:04

Art for Art's Sake

Studies have shown that art and culture policies and programs increase economic development in states by attracting businesses, creating new jobs, increasing tax revenues and promoting tourism. Phil Gilchrist, Executive Director of the Anton Art Center discusses how art can support many different aspects of life and communities.

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7:41

This Is How ELM Advances The Clean Energy Transition And Climate Equity

The Environmental League of Massachusetts is helping to shape environmental policy in the state and the nation. ELM President, Elizabeth Henry, shares about the work being done to advance the clean energy transition and climate equity.

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7:04

How Massachusetts And Its 7 Million Consumers Support Its 7000 Farmers

Just 2 percent of the U.S. population are farmers. The Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation is the voice of agriculture. Farm Bureau Director of Government and Public Affairs, Katelyn Parsons, explains how 7 million consumers can support its 7000 farms.

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9:28

This Is Why BIPOC Professionals Should Live And Work In Vermont

"Vermont Professionals of Color Network advocates on behalf of 40,000 BIPOC Vermonters" VTPOC Founder, Tinotenda Rutanhira, talks career and professional development, supporting entrepreneurship and making VT an attractive place to live for BIPOC professionals.

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6:45

Supporting Local Downtowns, Small businesses and Arts Venues

Rachel Riley, Associate Vice President of Communications, Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board discusses how their marketing and events support local downtowns, small businesses, and arts venues working to rebound economically from Covid. Recorded March 11, 2022.

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