Our own Joyce Klein, senior director of the Business Ownership Initiative atThe Aspen Institute Institute, will speak on a panel about “SSBCI and the Initiative for Inclusive Entrepreneurship” today at 1pm ET (noon CT). This panel discussion, part of the 2024 State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Midwest Regional Conference, includes speakers from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Federal Reserve Bank Dallas, Drexel University, Milken Institute and Next Street. You can register for the livestream below: https://lnkd.in/e9vCWZn3
The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program
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EOP advances strategies, policies, and ideas to help low- and moderate-income people thrive in a changing economy.
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The Economic Opportunities Program (EOP) advances strategies, policies, and ideas to help low- and moderate-income people thrive in a changing economy. We recognize that race, gender, and place intersect with and intensify the challenge of economic inequality and we address these dynamics by advancing an inclusive vision of economic justice. For over 25 years, EOP has focused on expanding individuals’ opportunities to connect to quality work, start businesses, and build economic stability that provides the freedom to pursue opportunity. We collaborate with national and local leaders across the United States – nonprofit leaders, policymakers, labor leaders, business leaders, educators, academics, and more – and we actively seek input and ideas from individuals and communities affected by proposed approaches to address economic opportunity challenges. Through our leadership and fellowship programs; applied research and evaluation; data and analysis; and dialogue with diverse stakeholders, we work at both local and national levels to build understanding and galvanize action to address the challenge of economic opportunity in America. EOP encompasses efforts engaging different approaches toward expanding opportunity: the Business Ownership Initiative, Good Companies/Good Jobs, UpSkill America, the Workforce Strategies Initiative. In addition, across these approaches EOP hosts the Economic Opportunity Fellows Network and the Working in America event series. An Advisory Council offers insights, strategic counsel, and guidance in support of our work.
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Feeling very reflective and grateful and maybe a little sappy after spending a few days last week in Indianapolis wrapping up the inaugural cohort of the Education & Career Mobility Fellowship, a partnership between Guild & UpSkill America - The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program. When I joined the first convening of this group last year, I knew I'd learn about software, skills, and competencies but it has been SO MUCH MORE than that. In the past ten(ish) months I've heard from top thought leaders at Harvard Business School, Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, IDEO U, Walmart, and more. I've made time to read more poetry (thanks Haley Glover!). I've built skills in influencing without authority, identifying stakeholders, and storytelling. Most importantly, though, I've gotten to learn from the people pictured here. I know it's cheesy to be so mushy about a "professional development" fellowship but this really was something special and that is entirely because of the people pictured here. They work at some really cool, notable companies and that is somehow the least interesting thing about them! You're looking at educators, caregivers, disruptors, changemakers, strategists, and people who care very, very much. What a privilege to learn alongside and from all of you. Haley Glover, Chris Trout, & Tyler Wu - Thank you for seeing the need. Thank you for supporting and shepherding us through this. Thank you for creating the space for magic to happen. Already looking forward to the reunions. 😀 #TheFellowshipEffect #DoGoodWork #RevolutionForGood #CorporateResiliency #MakeGoodDirt
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**Navigating Worker Rights in a Divided Political Landscape** Today's political climate presents significant challenges for worker rights advocates, especially with a divided Congress and challenges at the state and local levels. Join this upcoming webinar — hosted by Workshop and the The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program — on September 4th from 🕒 2 to 3:15 p.m. EDT to explore Workshop - Catalyzing Change for Workers Rights’ 'Toolkit: An Organizer’s Guide to Executive Action.' Learn how to navigate policy-making effectively and rebuild a healthy democracy through collective efforts 🤝. Don’t miss out on shaping an economy that truly works for all! Register now and join the conversation using the hashtag #JobQuality. ✨ as.pn/workerrights
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Join us online — Wednesday, September 4, from 2 to 3:15 p.m. EDT — for a webinar on how executive action can advance #JobQuality and worker rights, including strategies from “Toolkit: An Organizer’s Guide to Executive Action” by Workshop - Catalyzing Change for Workers Rights. Watch on LinkedIn, or click here to join us on Zoom: https://lnkd.in/dkwWHvKM
Seizing the Moment on Worker Rights: Toolkit for Organizers & Practitioners
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Wouldn't it be amazing if we could get the The Daily Show or #JohnOliver of #LastWeekTonight on HBO to do a full segment on the #employeeownership? Who can help me make it happen?
In other news...The folks at Employee Ownership + Workplace Democracy noted how close Jon Stewart and Pete Buttigieg got to plugging employee ownership on a recent episode of The Daily Show. Anyone have thoughts on how to make Jon Stewart aware of the #employeeownership movement? We're listening! Watch the clip: https://lnkd.in/egMhzFpe
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Thanks to Senthil Nathan for having me on for this interesting conversation: https://lnkd.in/gc-87QAd
Not Just Economics: How to Build a Just Economy with Nick Romeo - Business & Society with Senthil Nathan
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Vulnerability in leadership may seem counterintuitive, often mistaken for weakness in a world that celebrates perfection and infallibility. As a result, many leaders, fearing criticism and exposure, feel the need to maintain a facade of flawlessness. But the truth is, the key to unlocking true leadership credibility lies in vulnerability—it’s a powerful strength. It is the courage to show up as your authentic self, to admit your imperfections, and to ask for help when needed. In our latest blog, we explore how leaders like Gloria Walton, Marlon Peterson, Kaci Y. Patterson, MBA, Marilu Salvador, Miroslava Herrera, Kevin Hainline, and others from the Aspen Global Leadership Network, are redefining leadership by embracing vulnerability and authenticity. Discover how this approach leads to greater connection, collaboration, and innovation: https://lnkd.in/dHftTE9C
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What are we reading this August? As Summer winds down, we would like to share our curated selection of articles, reports, videos, and more that shape our thinking on economic opportunity. https://lnkd.in/ev_f2RPR
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**Navigating Worker Rights in a Divided Political Landscape** Today's political climate presents significant challenges for worker rights advocates, especially with a divided Congress and challenges at the state and local levels. Join this upcoming webinar — hosted by Workshop - Catalyzing Change for Workers Rights and The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program — on September 4th from 🕒 2 to 3:15 p.m. EDT to explore Workshop’s 'Toolkit: An Organizer’s Guide to Executive Action.' Learn how to navigate policy-making effectively and rebuild a healthy democracy through collective efforts 🤝. Don’t miss out on shaping an economy that truly works for all! Register now and join the conversation using the hashtag #JobQuality. ✨ as.pn/workerrights
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