Appalachian Impact
Appalachian Impact
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Appalachian Impact is a platform where we shine a spotlight on the powerful role of community lenders, small business owners, and local leaders in shaping the future of Appalachia. Each episode is packed with real-life success stories, expert insights, and practical tools that help local entrepreneurs thrive. Our goal is to foster collaboration, share best practices, and build awareness of the initiatives driving positive change in our region.
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The podcast centers on themes like community development, economic resilience, and sustainable financing, exemplified by episodes on disaster recovery in the wake of Hurricane Helene and green lending initiatives aimed at supporting small businesses in Appalachia.
Appalachian Impact is a platform where we shine a spotlight on the powerful role of community lenders, small business owners, and local leaders in shaping the future of Appalachia. Each episode is packed with real-life success stories, expert insights, and practical tools that help local entrepreneurs thrive. Our goal is to foster collaboration, share best practices, and build awareness of the initiatives driving positive change in our region.
In this episode, we are joined by Matt Raker, Executive Director of Mountain BizWorks, about the critical role of disaster recovery in fostering economic development in Appalachia. With firsthand insight into the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Matt shares how Mountain BizWorks and local organizations are helping small businesses rebuild, thrive, and embrace sustainable solutions.
We also sit down with Zuri Anuel, Director of the Western Women’s Business Center, part of the Carolina Small Business Development Fund. They discuss the significant impact of Hurricane Helene on small businesses in Appalachia, particularly within the BIPOC community, and the multifaceted efforts of local organizations in disaster recovery.
Join us as we discuss the challenges and resilience of Appalachian communities, the innovative approaches to disaster recovery, and the inspiring stories of businesses on their path to recovery.
Find out more here:
- Mountain BizWorks: Learn more about their disaster recovery programs and how they support small businesses at mountainbizworks.org.
- WNC Strong Together: Explore resources for Western North Carolina businesses at wncstrongtogether.org.
- Western Women’s Business Center – a program of Carolina Small Business Development Fund.
📣 Podcast Producer: Letisha Bereola (Paradigm Media Group)
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