David Ward

🌱 Ecosystem builders, it's time to unlock the power of federal funding! The latest the ecosystem builder's edge newsletter is a game-changer. This in-depth guide demystifies federal funding opportunities, including: ✨ Top federal agencies to know (EDA, SBA, NSF + more!) ✨ Strategies for securing matching funds ✨ Step-by-step tips for grant newcomers ✨ Building a sustainable funding mix Whether you're new to federal grants or a seasoned pro, this newsletter is a must-read. Subscribe now and gain the insights to fuel your ecosystem initiatives! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eMMFfm6r Stay ahead of the curve and unlock a world of possibilities with the Ecosystem Builder's Edge. Funding freedom is just a click away! #EcosystemBuilding #FederalGrants #FundtheFuture

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Dive into the effective strategies contractors can use when facing non-payment issues. Understand the importance of clear terms for payment schedules and the consequences of late payments, including interest charges and the potential use of a mechanic's lien. Learn how to handle disputes and additional requests professionally by sticking to contract terms and managing changes through formal amendments.

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Economic Development and Developers in the News # 165 Econ dev news from 28 economic development executives and organizations in 12 states

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Tune into the latest episode of The RKL Private Wealth Podcast to learn how family values and culture contributed to the success of one multi-generational business.

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20 years ago, the credit counseling industry had thousands of agencies. Today, it’s down to just about a hundred. However,  this isn’t a bad thing! It’s a result of consolidation – a trend that reflects a broader shift towards sustainability and efficiency. Just picture a smaller credit counseling agency that decides to merge with a larger entity –  a move that allows the agency to offer improved digital services, while maintaining customer satisfaction levels. This is one of the many factors that has driven the transformation of the credit counseling industry – one that’s gone from a  predominantly in-person process to a digitally driven one that offers faster resolutions to customer challenges. Lets take a look at the other factors that have played a role in this evolution: 1. Digitalization In the earlier days, credit counseling was done by having customers walk in, cut up their credit cards (yes, really!), chat with a counselor, and possibly enroll in a debt management plan. Cut to the present day, and most interactions are done over the phone or even completely online. 2. Automation Not long ago, a credit counseling session involved in-office visits or a lengthy phone conversation about a customer’s debt and income. Today, that interaction is more likely to be digital, and the activities that follow may be automated as well, resulting in superior UX and drastically reduced waiting times! 3. Diversified debt management solutions For a large part of its existence, CCAs could offer customers only a singular DMP with fixed terms. Now, the credit counseling landscape is characterized by diversity, offering customers a variety of debt reduction programs beyond traditional DMPs. In short, the credit counseling landscape looks very different than it did even a few years ago. Change is happening quickly, and those who don’t keep up stand to lose their edge – to say the least. If you’re a lender looking for some help providing resources for your customers, get in touch with us at https://peregrin.com/ and we’ll guide you every step of the way.

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How "Buy Later" Clients Impact Advisor Strategies - Tom Anderson, Founder and CEO of Anasova, on The Customer Wins with Rich Walker Full Episode: https://lnkd.in/gkjw2-Gx

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What's the difference between a "know-it-all" and a "no-one-knows-anything" attitude? Not much, it turns out. Click below to read the negative impact these two philosophies can have on your company's growth and find out what to do about 'em! #leadership #professionalservices #youarenotontheJRE #CPA #PE #Legal

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Great insights on funding in the K-12 market!

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Is your nonprofit financially fit for the new year? Our step-by-step guide to year-end financial reviews covers everything from gathering documents to prepping for your audit. https://bit.ly/40JeU3P #nonprofitfinance #yearendreview #financialmanagement #nonprofit #accounting

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🔨Featured in the latest issue of REI INK, the Verisk Remodel Index reports a 4.1% increase in home repair and remodeling costs from Q1 2023. Learn how these trends could impact your region. Reading the full article in REI INK: vrsk.co/4c6VrfN #HomeRepair #PropertyEstimating #Verisk

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🎯 Thinking about your company’s runway? When planning for an 18–24 month runway, it's crucial to be intentional about where you're investing. Whether it’s GTM efforts, product development, or operational efficiencies, always ask: 👉 "Are we pulling the right levers to sustain and grow?" At https://www.infrasity.com/, I’ve seen early-stage startups often grapple with these decisions. We specialize in helping startups optimize their GTM strategies by creating technical content that drives developer engagement and accelerates growth. Runway isn’t just a timeline—it’s a strategy. Spend smart. Scale strategically. 💡 What’s your top priority when allocating your runway budget around content? 👇 Studio Credits" Tavas - House of Creations

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Don't miss out on "A Powerfully Simple Planning Framework" by Dr. Brad Hodgins at the December SEA Tech Talk on Wednesday, December 11th at 4:00 PM! Learn valuable insights and strategies to streamline your planning process. Link in bio for more details and to get tickets. #SEATechTalk #PlanningFramework #DrBradHodgins #TechEvent #GetYourTicketsNow

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FOCUSING ON THE OVERALL BUSINESS OUTCOME 💡 Kris Jensen, MBA shares with us how he truly is leading the way as a Fractional CIO/CTO. Even as a technology leader, he states that, "Technology is not always the right lever for me to pull to get the right business outcome. We are very grateful to have Kris Jensen, MBA as a "Lucem Partner" 🌟 You can further meet Kris and tune into his full interview in the comments below. #FractionalExecutive #FractionalCIO #FractionalCTO

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Wondering why your team isn't making progress on your goals? Check out this conversation with Adi Klevit to hear that while it likely starts with unclear goals and a lack of accountability, there are steps you can take to get the results you want.

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