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LISC Webinar: Strengthening Small Business Teams

Join LISC's National Economic Development team for an insightful session tailored for economic development professionals who support small businesses and lead Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) initiatives. As part of LISC's ongoing commitment to advancing digital access, we'll showcase how free tools can be leveraged to build stronger, more resilient small business teams.

You'll hear directly from Destiny Mitchell, Senior Program Officer at LISC, and Julie Irvin Hartman, MBA, an entrepreneur who has successfully integrated the Small Business Digital Ready platform into her employee training and business growth strategy. Together, they'll explore how LISC's Business Development Organization (BDO) Network is helping businesses navigate workforce development, strengthen operations, and access critical resources in an increasingly digital economy.

Whether you're looking to enhance your technical assistance offerings, support digital adoption in your community, or connect local businesses to high-impact tools, this session offers real-world insights and resources ready to share with your network.

Key Takeaways for Economic Developers:
- Explore LISC's BDO Network and our national approach to closing the digital divide for small businesses.
- Learn how digital tools can support small business workforce development and retention.
- See how the digital ready platform provides accessible job aids and online training that drive productivity.
- Gain practical strategies to foster an “owner mindset” and culture of shared leadership.
- Walk away with no-cost resources you can immediately incorporate into your BRE efforts.

Speakers:
Destiny Mitchell - Senior Program Officer, Economic Development, LISC
Julie Hartman, MBA - Co-Founder, B2G Victory

By registering for this webinar you agree to share your email contact information with the speakers.

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When
1/21/2026 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM