Comcast RISE Program Kicks Off with Community Leaders and Small Business Owners, Panel Discussion on Overcoming Small Business Obstacles in Today's Economic Climate
Comcast has launched its RISE Program in West Michigan, bringing $3 million in grant packages including marketing and technology makeovers to support local small businesses. The initiative kicked off with a panel discussion featuring community leaders and business owners in Grand Rapids, addressing challenges in the current economic climate.
According to recent data, 74% of Muskegon small business owners and 53% of Kent County businesses cited rising costs as a major operational limitation. The program aims to provide eligible business owners with technology, marketing support, and resources to overcome these challenges.
The event featured prominent speakers including Grand Rapids Chamber President Rick Baker, Mayor David LaGrand, and Comcast Regional VP Craig D'Agostini, emphasizing public-private collaboration for supporting local entrepreneurship.
Comcast ha lanciato il suo Programma RISE nel West Michigan, offrendo 3 milioni di dollari in sovvenzioni che comprendono interventi di marketing e aggiornamenti tecnologici per supportare le piccole imprese locali. L'iniziativa è stata inaugurata con una tavola rotonda a Grand Rapids, con la partecipazione di leader comunitari e imprenditori, per discutere le sfide dell'attuale contesto economico.
Secondo dati recenti, il 74% dei piccoli imprenditori di Muskegon e il 53% delle imprese della Contea di Kent hanno indicato l'aumento dei costi come un importante limite operativo. Il programma mira a fornire ai titolari di imprese idonei supporto tecnologico, marketing e risorse per superare queste difficoltà.
All'evento hanno partecipato relatori di rilievo, tra cui il presidente della Camera di Commercio di Grand Rapids Rick Baker, il sindaco David LaGrand e il vicepresidente regionale di Comcast Craig D'Agostini, sottolineando la collaborazione pubblico-privata per sostenere l'imprenditorialità locale.
Comcast ha lanzado su Programa RISE en el oeste de Michigan, aportando 3 millones de dólares en paquetes de subvenciones que incluyen renovaciones en marketing y tecnología para apoyar a las pequeñas empresas locales. La iniciativa comenzó con una mesa redonda en Grand Rapids con líderes comunitarios y empresarios, abordando los desafíos del actual clima económico.
Según datos recientes, el 74% de los propietarios de pequeñas empresas en Muskegon y el 53% de las empresas del condado de Kent señalaron el aumento de costos como una limitación operativa importante. El programa busca proporcionar a los dueños de negocios elegibles apoyo tecnológico, marketing y recursos para superar estos retos.
El evento contó con destacados oradores, entre ellos el presidente de la Cámara de Comercio de Grand Rapids, Rick Baker, el alcalde David LaGrand y el vicepresidente regional de Comcast, Craig D'Agostini, enfatizando la colaboración público-privada para apoyar el emprendimiento local.
컴캐스트가 미시간 서부 지역에서 RISE 프로그램을 시작하며, 지역 소규모 사업체를 지원하기 위해 300만 달러 규모의 보조금 패키지와 마케팅 및 기술 개선을 제공했습니다. 이 이니셔티브는 그랜드래피즈에서 지역 리더와 사업주들이 참여한 패널 토론으로 시작되었으며, 현재 경제 상황에서의 도전을 다뤘습니다.
최근 데이터에 따르면 머스키건 소규모 사업주 중 74%와 켄트 카운티 사업체의 53%가 비용 상승을 주요 운영 제한 요인으로 꼽았습니다. 이 프로그램은 자격을 갖춘 사업주들에게 기술, 마케팅 지원 및 자원을 제공하여 이러한 어려움을 극복하도록 돕는 것을 목표로 합니다.
행사에는 그랜드래피즈 상공회의소 회장 릭 베이커, 시장 데이비드 라그랜드, 컴캐스트 지역 부사장 크레이그 다고스티니 등 주요 연사들이 참여하여 지역 창업 지원을 위한 공공-민간 협력의 중요성을 강조했습니다.
Comcast a lancé son programme RISE dans l'ouest du Michigan, apportant 3 millions de dollars en subventions incluant des rénovations en marketing et technologie pour soutenir les petites entreprises locales. L'initiative a débuté par une table ronde à Grand Rapids réunissant des leaders communautaires et des propriétaires d'entreprise, abordant les défis du contexte économique actuel.
Selon des données récentes, 74 % des petits entrepreneurs de Muskegon et 53 % des entreprises du comté de Kent ont cité la hausse des coûts comme une contrainte majeure. Le programme vise à fournir aux propriétaires d'entreprises éligibles un soutien technologique, marketing et des ressources pour surmonter ces difficultés.
L'événement a réuni des intervenants de renom, notamment le président de la Chambre de commerce de Grand Rapids Rick Baker, le maire David LaGrand et le vice-président régional de Comcast Craig D'Agostini, soulignant la collaboration public-privé pour soutenir l'entrepreneuriat local.
Comcast hat sein RISE-Programm in West Michigan gestartet und stellt 3 Millionen Dollar an Förderpaketen bereit, darunter Marketing- und Technologieressourcen zur Unterstützung lokaler Kleinunternehmen. Die Initiative begann mit einer Podiumsdiskussion in Grand Rapids, an der Gemeindeführer und Geschäftsinhaber teilnahmen, um die Herausforderungen des aktuellen wirtschaftlichen Umfelds zu besprechen.
Aktuellen Daten zufolge gaben 74 % der Kleinunternehmer in Muskegon und 53 % der Unternehmen im Kent County steigende Kosten als große betriebliche Einschränkung an. Das Programm zielt darauf ab, berechtigte Geschäftsinhaber mit Technologie, Marketingunterstützung und Ressourcen auszustatten, um diese Herausforderungen zu bewältigen.
Bei der Veranstaltung sprachen prominente Redner wie der Präsident der Handelskammer Grand Rapids, Rick Baker, Bürgermeister David LaGrand und Comcast Regional-Vizepräsident Craig D'Agostini, die die Bedeutung der öffentlich-privaten Zusammenarbeit zur Förderung des lokalen Unternehmertums hervorhoben.
- Launch of $3 million grant package program for small businesses
- Strategic expansion into West Michigan market
- Strong public-private partnership development
- High operational costs affecting target market with 74% of Muskegon businesses impacted
- Challenging economic environment in key markets
Small businesses urged to tap technology, seize opportunities for support
The panel kicked off with remarks from Grand Rapids Chamber President Rick Baker,
"Together with our partners in
According to a recent report from the Grand Rapids Chamber,
"The feedback is clear: It's never been more important to champion small businesses, and ensure they have the support they need to thrive," said Grand Rapids Chamber President Rick Baker. "Across the board – the Chamber, local elected leadership in
Panelists included Muskegon Chamber CEO Rachel Gorman, Grand Rapids Chamber Vice President of Economic Development Jenny Waugh, and Grand Rapids City Manager Mark Washington and former Comcast RISE recipient and Delight in Designs CEO Jessica Crosby.
"To run a small business, you need grit, faith, and the ability to seize opportunities when they present themselves," said Delight in Designs CEO and former Comcast RISE recipient, Jessica Crosby. "With Comcast RISE, the opportunity is obvious. This is the chance for small business owners to get the technology, marketing support, and resources they need to succeed, now more than ever."
About Comcast RISE
The program will provide 100 eligible small businesses with comprehensive packages that include:
- TECHNOLOGY MAKEOVER – Computer equipment and Internet, Voice, and Cybersecurity services for 12 months. (Taxes and other fees may apply for tech makeover services.)
- CREATIVE PRODUCTION & MEDIA – Professionally produced 30-second TV commercial, plus a media strategy consultation, and a 180-day linear media schedule. (Taxes and other fees may apply for production and media services.)
- EDUCATION RESOURCES – 12-month access to online entrepreneurship courses, learning modules, and resources for small business owners.
- MONETARY GRANT –
$5,000 - COACHING SESSIONS – Business assessment and coaching that provides business owners with recommendations on how to help grow their businesses.
Beginning on May 1, and through May 31, small businesses in
Comcast RISE is part of Project UP, the company's comprehensive initiative to create digital opportunity and help build a future of unlimited possibilities.
More information on eligibility requirements and details on how to apply are available at www.ComcastRISE.com.
About Comcast Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.
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