{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"DT #650 Building Inclusive Economies: How Private Sector Lessons Drive Community Transformation","description":"What does it take to build economies that are truly inclusive\u2014and built for long-term impact? In this episode of Develop This!, Dennis Fraise speaks with Philip Gaskin to explore his diverse career spanning the private sector, entrepreneurship, and community development\u2014and how those experiences shape his approach to economic transformation today. Philip shares how lessons from the private sector can directly inform economic development strategy, especially when it comes to innovation, ecosystem building, and driving measurable community impact. The conversation also highlights the importance of addressing systemic barriers that limit access to capital and opportunity in underserved communities. A key focus is the role of economic developers as connectors\u2014bridging policy, private sector insight, and community needs to build stronger, more resilient local economies. &amp;nbsp; The discussion also touches on Kansas City\u2019s evolving economic landscape and how regional ecosystems can serve as powerful models for inclusive growth and entrepreneurial support. Key Takeaways   Private sector experience can strengthen economic development strategy   Inclusive growth requires addressing access to capital and opportunity gaps   Economic developers play a key role in policy and collaboration   Strong ecosystems drive innovation and community transformation   Kansas City offers a model for regional economic growth   Continuous transformation is essential for long-term impact   Key Topics Covered   Private sector lessons for economic development   Community and economic transformation   Inclusive entrepreneurship and access to capital   Role of economic developers in policy and collaboration   Kansas City\u2019s ecosystem and growth model   Sound Bites   \u201cCrazy times call for crazy organizations\u201d   \u201cCommunities need to embrace their potential\u201d   \u201cContinual work on transforming communities\u201d   &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Develop This: Economic and Community Development","author_url":"http:\/\/www.developthispodcast.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41193770\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/201643260"}