Fortune Favors the Bold - The Official Mastercard Podcast Small Business Is Everyone’s Business
Jan 9, 2019
Discover the powerful impact of small businesses on local economies, overshadowing misconceptions about their influence. Hear inspiring stories from a D.C. bakery focused on supporting veterans and a woman from Rwanda who built a brick-making enterprise through nonprofit guidance. Learn how such ventures drive community resilience and foster entrepreneurship, showcasing the vital role these businesses play in uplifting communities and creating opportunities for change around the globe.
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Los Corrales Grocery Story
- Luis Rodriguez and his brother Juan run Los Corrales, a Latino niche grocery store in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
- They offer unique products, bilingual service, and community help like bill payments and letter writing for free.
Small Businesses Are Economic Pillars
- Small and medium businesses employ over half the world's workforce and are vital economic drivers.
- They serve as community assets that create jobs and stimulate local economies.
Dog Tag Bakery Empowers Veterans
- Dog Tag Bakery in DC trains disabled veterans, spouses, and caregivers in business and baking.
- CEO Megan Ogilvie combines military values with business skills to support veterans' transition.