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People First Economy has Helped Launch a Statewide Campaign
July 21, 2022
A Q&A with Hanna Schulze, president of People First Economy
Grand Rapids-based economic development nonprofit People First Economy has helped launch a statewide campaign advocating for voting rights and access initiatives.
The Michigan Business for Democracy collaborative is mirrored off of similar efforts in eight other states, serving as a coordinated group to give small businesses a voice in pressing social and political issues.
People First Economy Hanna Schulze says the new venture also is meant to help guide business owners who are struggling with a response to social issues — and supporting their employees — while trying to avoid weighing into politics. Schulze recently spoke with MiBiz about this weight on small business owners, and how they can take internal measures to promote a healthy work environment.
Read full MiBiz article by Andy Balaskovitz
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