For those of us in economic development, we can likely name 10 CDFIs without trying very hard. But the reality is, most of the small businesses and bankers I work with have never heard of them or are aware of their outsized contributions to our communities.

NEW: DOGE has requested and is being granted “access to all SBA systems,” per an email sent to Small Business Admin employees today. Edward Coristine, a DOGE official, held a call with SBA staff detailing level of access they wanted, including HR, contract and payment systems

Ohio exports more to Canada than we import. In fact, we’re one of their largest trade partners. The proposed tariffs will be felt more in Ohio than many other states, and disproportionately impact our small businesses.

Menu prices are rising, but why? Here’s a helpful explanation from Columbus Business First about how complicated the situation is. I’m honored to be included to discuss the costs of #smallbiz loans, and how OSDC can help. Plus swoon worthy photos of our favorite dishes: tinyurl.com/3uujy364

Very honored to be included in this starter pack that includes several incredible folks that you should follow ⬇️

My early take is that this pick is likely ok for the SBA’s lending programs. Both 7a and 504 loans rely heavily on private capital and help banks lend more than they otherwise could conventionally. Her Senate voting record shows support for the SBA and many COVID-era #smallbiz relief programs.

Honored to be included in this Starter Pack. Lots of smart people here ⤵️

We went from 0-60 in 6 days! Who else should we include in our community. Tag them here! go.bsky.app/LQonoaE

I’m tuning in to this discussion today and invite you to do the same.

Woohoo! Excited to be in my first Starter Pack! Thank you @katiebkramer.bsky.social !!

Lots of smart people working on evidence-based tax policy ⤵️

We’re building an awesome community. Keep going!

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It is very sweet watching people find each other here who haven’t spoken in a long time since our previous platform was irrevocably broken. For all its faults Twitter really was a community.

I created a Starter Pack to help our economic development friends find each other. Join the conversation and help spread tbr word!