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An Economy For Everyone: Monthly Good Jobs Recap
In order to build wealth and create opportunities in and across underserved communities, and reverse the troubling trends we’re seeing in our economy, we no longer find it defensible to focus on job creation alone. It’s clear that job creation does not itself equate to lasting economic change. And so, we must shift our focus […]
Aug 25, 2016 – Good Jobs •
3 Ways To Use The Internet of Things To Get Ahead With Your Business
It goes without saying that technology plays a major role in small business development in modern times. No matter what the nature of your company may be, embracing the latest technology is absolutely essential for keeping pace with the competition and meeting the expectations of customers. But sometimes, particularly with regard to new tools and […]
Aug 22, 2016 – Small Business Resources •
Small Business Resources Monthly Roundup
Each month, we bring you the latest roundup of resources for small business owners bootstrapping their businesses and creating quality jobs in their communities. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter at @PCVtweets. Every Monday we post a new collection of new must-read small business resources, articles, and news. [block_grid type=”three-up”] [block_grid_item]What tasks should you take on, and […]
Aug 03, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
What’s New In Impact Investing? July Roundup
Impact investing is about using markets and money for social good. Impact investing is built on the belief that private capital can play a powerful role in solving the massive global challenges of our day, and that capital markets should work for good as well as profit. This vision is realized through investments made into […]
Aug 01, 2016 – Impact Consulting • Impact Investing •
An Economy For Everyone: Monthly Good Jobs Recap
In order to build wealth and create opportunities in and across underserved communities, and reverse the troubling trends we’re seeing in our economy, we no longer find it defensible to focus on job creation alone. It’s clear that job creation does not itself equate to lasting economic change. And so, we must shift our focus […]
Jul 28, 2016 – Good Jobs •
Meet Our Latest Borrower: Red Door Catering
Red Door Catering is a local business that supports local business. They work with local farmers and producers to gather the best organic, seasonal ingredients they can to make their food simply taste good. The company prides itself on composing new fusions to excite the palette as well as putting a fresh twist on the […]
Jul 22, 2016 – Small Business Clients And Success Stories • Small Business Loans •
Own The Business? Own The Building!
When your successful small business is ready to take that next step, expanding your assets can be a great way to move forward. After labor, rent and other occupancy costs are a small businesses’ biggest expense. Owning your own building or other business facilities can make all the difference in stabilizing your small business finances. […]
Jul 14, 2016 – Small Business Loans • Small Business Resources •
Small Business Resources Monthly Roundup
Each month, we bring you the latest roundup of resources for small business owners bootstrapping their businesses and creating quality jobs in their communities. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter at @PCVtweets. Every Monday we post a new collection of new must-read small business resources, articles, and news. [block_grid type=”three-up”] [block_grid_item]This small business owner increased AdWords profits […]
Jul 07, 2016 – Small Business Advising And Mentoring • Small Business Resources •
California Organized Investment Network Report
Despite the increasing size and sophistication of community financial development institutions (CDFIs) like PCV — as well as the broader impact investing industry — accessing capital from institutional investors like insurance companies remains exceptionally difficult for most CDFIs and other investors seeking financial returns in addition to positive social or environmental impact. Raising institutional capital can be challenging […]
Jul 06, 2016 – Blog and News • Impact Consulting • Impact Investing •
What’s New In Impact Investing? June Roundup
Impact investing is about using markets and money for social good. Impact investing is built on the belief that private capital can play a powerful role in solving the massive global challenges of our day, and that capital markets should work for good as well as profit. This vision is realized through investments made into […]
Jun 29, 2016 – Impact Consulting • Impact Investing •
An Economy For Everyone: Monthly Good Jobs Recap
In order to build wealth and create opportunities in and across underserved communities, and reverse the troubling trends we’re seeing in our economy, we no longer find it defensible to focus on job creation alone. It’s clear that job creation does not itself equate to lasting economic change. And so, we must shift our focus […]
Jun 24, 2016 – Good Jobs •
Meet Our Latest Borrower: Out Of The Box Collective
Out Of The Box Collective is a certified B-Corp farm-to-table home delivery service. Founder Jennifer Piette had an international career in film before moving to Los Angeles in 2007. She was a screenplay writer for three more years before her passions for food, health, and the environment led her to start Out Of The Box […]