February 6, 2023
In a recent Forbes piece, Advantage Capital Managing Director, Ryan Brennan unpacks the importance of public-private partnerships. These partnerships empower communities across the country by channeling capital into overlooked and underserved areas.
“For undercapitalized parts of the country—the regions where, all too often, lenders and investors have been less likely to support small businesses—a double-bottom line approach to investing may be necessary to make a meaningful difference in directing funds toward these capital-starved communities. Public/private partnerships—which pair government incentives and public policy with the innovation and investment expertise of the private sector—can have great potential for elevating local economies and making a positive impact possible for small businesses and the communities and customers they serve.”
Read the full article here.
