Join host David Ponraj as he dives deep into California’s groundbreaking initiatives for small business development with Tara Lynn Gray, Director of the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA). In this eye-opening episode, we explore the state’s innovative technical assistance program and its mission to democratize access to capital for underserved entrepreneurs. From success stories like a San Diego doctor’s journey through faith-based workshops to the transformative potential of mesh networks, discover how California is reimagining small business support. Gray shares her insights on scaling support for solopreneurs, implementing Governor Newsom’s equity-focused executive order, and leveraging SSBCI 2.0 funding to create a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem. Whether you’re a small business owner or passionate about economic development, this conversation offers a compelling look at how California is working to bridge the gap between innovation and opportunity.
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Join host David Ponraj as he dives deep into California’s groundbreaking initiatives for small business development with Tara Lynn Gray, Director of the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA). In this eye-opening episode, we explore the state’s innovative technical assistance program and its mission to democratize access to capital for underserved entrepreneurs. From success stories like a San Diego doctor’s journey through faith-based workshops to the transformative potential of mesh networks, discover how California is reimagining small business support. Gray shares her insights on scaling support for solopreneurs, implementing Governor Newsom’s equity-focused executive order, and leveraging SSBCI 2.0 funding to create a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem. Whether you’re a small business owner or passionate about economic development, this conversation offers a compelling look at how California is working to bridge the gap between innovation and opportunity.
Join host David Ponraj as he dives deep into California’s groundbreaking initiatives for small business development with Tara Lynn Gray, Director of the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA). In this eye-opening episode, we explore the state’s innovative technical assistance program and its mission to democratize access to capital for underserved entrepreneurs. From success stories like a San Diego doctor’s journey through faith-based workshops to the transformative potential of mesh networks, discover how California is reimagining small business support. Gray shares her insights on scaling support for solopreneurs, implementing Governor Newsom’s equity-focused executive order, and leveraging SSBCI 2.0 funding to create a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem. Whether you’re a small business owner or passionate about economic development, this conversation offers a compelling look at how California is working to bridge the gap between innovation and opportunity.