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A new approach to rural development is emerging. Instead of being about attracting companies that might create jobs over which communities have no control, the emerging paradigm is about connecting the unique underutilized assets of place with market opportunity to grow assets that are owned and controlled by and for the benefit of low-wealth people and places.

The WealthWorks training program provided me with a new understanding of sustainable economic development within an innovative framework that infuses traditional economic development methods with an…

I recently attended the WealthWorks training for coaches and coordinators in Pendle Hill, PA.   I was not sure what to expect and was excited to learn about “value chains” and how this could enhance…

We were attracted to the WealthWorks Training because part of our mission from the Minnesota State Legislature is to create economic development in the state for small- and medium-sized businesses in…

Melissa Levy presented a webinar on the WealthWorks approach this summer, “Connecting Community Assets with Market Demand for Lasting Livelihoods,” under the auspices of the National Consumer Law Center.

Shanna Ratner made a pair of presentations about wealth creation and food value chains this spring at Cornell, her alma mater.

“Local Meat and Poultry Processing: The Importance of Business Commitments for Long-Term Viability”

Energy efficient retrofits to existing housing stock provide a great return for residents and contribute to energy sustainability for communities.

Yellow Wood continues to work with the Wallace Center at Winrock International on the National Good Food Network Food Hub Collaboration. This engaging work has taken our associates around the country…