Introduction to Local and Community Business

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This training equips learners to analyze local businesses as economic and civic actors within their communities. Through cases, data, definitions, and applied tools, participants examine ecosystems, customers, business models, finance, regulation, operations, workforce, resilience, and community impact. The program emphasizes evidence-based decisions, stakeholder engagement, place-based strategy, and practical diagnostics that translate concepts into actionable plans for stronger, more...