by Leopoldo Jacobsen | Oct 29, 2019
Current is a reward-based streaming ecosystem creating a more equitable model for consumers and advertisers alike in today’s attention economy. Their platform compensates millions of users for their time, data, and attention while consuming media and performing daily...
by Leopoldo Jacobsen | Oct 29, 2019
ScaleUp, an intensive 9-week cohort-based curriculum program, is designed to assist local established businesses, at least 2+ years in operation, that are stagnant but poised for growth. Through the delivery of comprehensive and extensive business development services...
by Leopoldo Jacobsen | Oct 29, 2019
My Pantry Express, a program developed by Northern Illinois Food Bank, addresses the needs of individuals facing hunger by providing an alternative way to acquire nutritious food at no cost instead of at a traditional food pantry. The program reduces physical and...
by Leopoldo Jacobsen | Oct 29, 2019
Traditional community development typically has been sequential: “First, build the housing, then the retail, and then attract new businesses.” Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives (CNI) has taken a different, three-pronged approach to make those things happen...
by Leopoldo Jacobsen | Oct 29, 2019
Chicago Foundation for Women (CFW) is taking a place-based, community-centered and holistic approach to women’s economic security through the Englewood Women’s Initiative (EWI). This initiative serves the Englewood community, on the south side of Chicago. Within five...
