Center for Inclusive Growth

Center for Inclusive Growth Bringing equitable growth to New Haven, one step at a time

Our vision is to help create a flourishing New Haven where all residents have access to the necessary tools and resources to achieve economic security and contribute positively to a vibrant community.

Call for Speakers: On-Ramps to Economic MobilityIntentional participation in the economy depends on nonnegotiable condit...
05/29/2026

Call for Speakers: On-Ramps to Economic Mobility

Intentional participation in the economy depends on nonnegotiable conditions such as housing stability, early talent pipelines, workforce readiness and dignity.

For this track, we are seeking speakers who can share place-based approaches that move beyond short-term services toward durable economic mobility and long-term participation in the economy.

If your work is helping create stronger pathways into economic participation, we invite you to submit a proposal for the 2nd Annual Inclusive Growth Summit.

Proposal deadline: June 17, 2026
Apply here: https://www.ignewhaven.org/inclusive-growth-summit

What does it take for people to fully participate in the economy?For the 2nd Annual Inclusive Growth Summit, we are seek...
05/29/2026

What does it take for people to fully participate in the economy?

For the 2nd Annual Inclusive Growth Summit, we are seeking speakers for Track 1: On-Ramps to Economic Mobility.This track focuses on housing stability, workforce readiness, early talent pipelines and other foundational conditions that support durable economic mobility.

We are looking for place-based approaches that move beyond short-term services toward long-term participation, dignity and opportunity.
Submit your proposal by June 17, 2026.
Apply: https://www.ignewhaven.org/inclusive-growth-summit

Are you an artist or creative entrepreneur figuring out how to confidently value and sell your work? Then our next BUY N...
05/27/2026

Are you an artist or creative entrepreneur figuring out how to confidently value and sell your work? Then our next BUY NEW HAVEN Workshop is for you!

We're teaming up with The Building Fund (.fund) and The Lab at ConnCORP () for a professional development workshop for artists and creatives on Wednesday, June 24, at 6 p.m.

The workshop will be led by .w.okoro, founding CEO of The Building Fund and lead strategic advisor for BUY NEW HAVEN: A Guide to Purchasing Local Art.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to value your work and confidently price it for sale.

Don't miss our panel at the 2026 Yale Innovation Summit, one of the largest innovation gatherings in the Northeast.On Ma...
05/23/2026

Don't miss our panel at the 2026 Yale Innovation Summit, one of the largest innovation gatherings in the Northeast.

On May 28 at 2:30 p.m., our Executive Director, Dawn Leaks Ragsdale, will moderate a timely and important panel: “BUY NEW HAVEN: Institutional Investment in New Haven Through Purchasing Power.”

This conversation will explore how institutions—across academia, government, and the community—can rethink how they purchase goods and services to intentionally strengthen local economic ecosystems.

We’re honored to be joined by an outstanding group of panelists:
▪ Kate Cooney, Yale University
▪ Meredith Glasgow, CT APEX Accelerator
▪ Michael Harris, Economic Development Corporation
▪ Fred McKinney, BJM Solutions LLC
▪ Sheena Strawter-Anthony, William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund

PLUS: We’ll also be giving away a limited number of copies of Fred McKinney’s latest book: "Critical Issues Facing America, Selected Essays from a Black Economist, 2016–2025."

The Summit brings together thousands of innovators, investors, researchers, and leaders from across the globe. Join us in conversations shaping the future.

The Call for Speakers is now open for the 2nd Annual Inclusive Growth Summit. Taking place Sept. 15, 2026, at the Omni N...
05/22/2026

The Call for Speakers is now open for the 2nd Annual Inclusive Growth Summit. Taking place Sept. 15, 2026, at the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, this year’s Summit theme is The Power of the Next Step.

We are seeking proposals from speakers whose work demonstrates real-world implementation, measurable progress, innovative partnerships or emerging models that contribute to a stronger and more inclusive economy.

The Summit will convene leaders from business, education, healthcare, housing, workforce development, transportation, climate and green energy, entrepreneurship, technology, public policy and community organizations to examine what inclusive growth means for New Haven and identify actionable pathways forward.

Proposal deadline: June 17, 2026

Learn more and submit a proposal: https://www.ignewhaven.org/inclusive-growth-summit

Evergreen New Haven is coming!If you've considered running your own business but aren't excited about starting from scra...
05/19/2026

Evergreen New Haven is coming!

If you've considered running your own business but aren't excited about starting from scratch, we have good news. Our new program, Evergreen New Haven, will give you the tools and the support you need to buy and run an existing business with a proven track record. Let us help you avoid the growing pains of operating a startup.

In just 10 days, we're hosting our first Evergreen New Haven Lunch & Learn session and you're invited. Sign up today for our Friday, May 29 session and lunch is on us at our offices at 65 Audubon St.

Come learn about Evergreen New Haven and how it can help you buy an existing business instead of building one from scratch. Can't make the May 29th info session? Ready to apply? Email us at [email protected] for more info session dates and access to the application.

Calling All Creativepreneurs! We are excited to team up with The Building Fund (.fund) and The Lab at ConnCORP () for a ...
05/13/2026

Calling All Creativepreneurs! We are excited to team up with The Building Fund (.fund) and The Lab at ConnCORP () for a professional development workshop for artists and creatives on Wednesday, June 24 at 6 p.m.

The workshop will be led by .w.okoro, founding CEO of The Building Fund and lead strategic advisor for BUY NEW HAVEN: A Guide to Purchasing Local Art.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to value your work and confidently price it for sale. Click the button below to reserve your seat.

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