Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) have been investing in creative places and businesses for decades as a fundamental part of developing healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities. Now, investable opportunities in the creative economy total more than $1.5 billion. This type of investment has the potential to stabilize threatened communities and benefit regions looking to attract and develop quality jobs. Sam Marks, executive director of LISC NYC, participated in a webinar to discuss the role of creative places and businesses in comprehensive community development.
Presenters: Sam Marks, LISC NY; Laura Callanan, Upstart Co-Lab; Alan Ramirez, Colorado Enterprise Fund; and Betsy Biemann, CEI
Check out a recording of the conversation below: