#23: How Physical Spaces Impact Work Life with TJ Carvis, Project Executive, Gresham Smith
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
Release Date: 03/05/2024
#45: Bringing your "A" game to an event with Tiffany Hamilton, Victor Wear
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
It takes a lot of public/private partnerships to bring economic stability and growth to a community. Arlington strives to share these partnerships with small businesses that may not otherwise get access to big opportunities. For the second year, Arlington’s BizLaunch team is working with Hyatt Crystal City on a Minority Vendor Showcase that takes a partnership to a new level. I’m Susan Soroko, Director of Creative Economy at Arlington Economic Development in Arlington, Virginia. The role of Economic Development is to retain and attract businesses where workers can live and thrive in a...
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#44: Women’s History Month celebration with Mary Wong: ‘Moving Forward Together'
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
March is the month to celebrate Women’s History. In business, 40% of new companies are started by women, employing 10 million workers and generating $1.8 trillion in revenue. That’s a lot of economic impact to celebrate. I’m Susan Soroko, Director of Creative Economy at Arlington Economic Development in Arlington Virginia. The role of Economic Development is to retain and attract businesses where workers can live and thrive in a great community even when the work world is changing. We support (small) business through programs like BizLaunch and value the importance of placemaking and a...
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#43: Celebrating Black Excellence with Chef Rock Harper of Queen Mother’s Kitchen
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
It’s February! It’s all about love and the Annual Celebration of Black History Month. I love how the two go hand in hand. This is an extra special podcast because Tara Palacios is filling in this month to host and in addition we are collaborating this month with our partners with the National Landing BID. Black History Month is a vital time to honor the achievements, resilience, and contributions of Black entrepreneurs who have shaped industries and paved the way for future generations. From trailblazers like Madam C.J. Walker to today’s innovators in tech, finance, and beyond, their...
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#42: Transforming small businesses with Alex Held, Arlington Economic Development
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
It’s January! It’s the month for renewal, resolutions and fresh starts. Whether you’re looking for personal or professional changes, now’s the time to put plans to work. In Arlington Economic Development, training and support go hand and hand throughout the year, but this January, there’s more in store. I’m Susan Soroko, Director of Creative Economy at Arlington Economic Development in Arlington Virginia. The role of Economic Development is to retain and attract businesses where workers can live and thrive in a great community even when the work world is changing. We support...
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#41: The Art of Business with Cade Martin
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
A quick online search of Cade Martin Photography will get you to a showcase of exceptional commercial work, video reels, sought after portraits and much more. But if you’re trying to find out his secrets to
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#40: The impact of small businesses on the economy and surrounding communities with Larry G. Webb, Small Business Administration
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
99.9% of businesses in the US are considered small businesses, employing over 61 million Americans, or nearly half of private sector employees. This makes small businesses a critical part of the business world and the communities they serve.
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#39: Building Community Through Innovation with Natalia Micheletti of Pryze
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
In this episode, host Susan Soroko, Director of Creative Economy at Arlington Economic Development, explores the vital role of innovation in fostering vibrant communities where people want to live and work.
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#38: The Role of Arts in the Community and How an Art Walk Helps Artists, Residences and Businesses
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
Today we’re going to talk about the role of the arts in building a great community that people want to live and work in.
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#37 How to Leverage the Power of Unique Online Communities to Stand Out
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
In this episode of Brand the Change, Bonnie Habyan has a fireside chat with online community creator Scott MacGregor. Scott is the founder of The Outlier Project, a unique community and model that blends learning, networking, and experiences. Technology, the craving for community and the delivery of engagement at new levels with the likes of CEOs, Olympians, and navy seals are bringing online communities to new levels. Learn how the combination of innovation and technology is delivering new realities to peo
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#36: Branding in a Rapidly Changing World
The Innovation Economy with Arlington Economic Development
This episode digs into rapid change and shows how branding - both personally and professionally, drives positive results in a world where the only constant is change. In this episode of Brand the Change, Bonnie Habyan chats with two of USA Today's leaders, Kelly Andresen, President, USA Today National Sales, and Jenny Huang, Director, B2B Brand Marketing, to talk about the decades of innovation surrounding the country's first national newspaper, the evolution of content consumption over the years, and how U
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