SAY Magazine’s 2014 Economic Development Issue is now Available

 

 

 

SAY MAGAZINE’S 2014 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ISSUE IS NOW AVAILABLE. 

When discussing the economic impact of businesses, the main focus has been on large companies and employers.  However, it is the small businesses and tribally owned enterprises which have a more immediate and direct economic impact in our Native community.  

Regardless of the studies done in both Canada and the USA, it is agreed that the number of Aboriginal/Native American business owners and entrepreneurs is growing at a rate that far exceeds that for self-employed Canadians/Americans overall.

Additionally, the number and impact of Native Community Development Corporations are often overlooked. 

Small businesses are responsible for approximately half of the jobs in both countries, and is probably a higher percentage in our Native communities.  The importance of creating employment and economic stability cannot be stressed enough. 

By providing examples of events, small businesses, and tribal owned businesses, this issue of SAY Magazine will focus on resources and successes which have had an important impact on economic development for our communities. 

To see sample articles from this Economic Development issue, go to www.saymag.com 

For information on how to become involved with the SAY Fall issue on Entrepreneurs, contact garyh@saymag.com