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Fostering Startups in Rural Areas with Don Macke
en-usJanuary 13, 2021
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About this Episode
Don Macke is an Ecosystem Builder who specializes in helping rural communities foster an environment that allows entrepreneurs and their companies to flourish. He talks with Kaitlyn about his start in this field, key findings in his research, and some of their biggest learnings working with these small towns.
Learn more about Don's company and his podcast here.
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