Center for Inclusive Growth

10/13/2026

Join us for the Small Business Council Luncheon on Monday, October 19, featuring Malwin Dávila, Associate Director of Programs, Strategy & Engagement at The Center for Inclusive Growth. He will explore supporting small business growth and making New Haven’s progress work for everyone.

Enjoy lunch, connect with fellow business professionals, and bring your perspective to this important conversation. We can’t wait to see you there!

10/09/2026

The BUY NEW HAVEN workshop series helps small businesses strengthen strategic skills, become more contract-ready, and prepare to compete for larger institutional opportunities.

The workshop series kicks off with "From Solopreneur to Team Manager" on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.

Click the link in our bio to register now and be sure to tell your favorite New Haven small business about the opportunity!

10/06/2026

Jameson Davis was able to complete the CEED Certificate Program with support from the Center for Inclusive Growth!

Now, we’re offering that same support again to individuals in New Haven and Greater New Haven who are passionate about environmental resilience and sustainability.

Interested in learning more? Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, October 7, 2026, for an informational session to learn more about the program, eligibility, and how to apply.

Click the link in our bio to access the information session and application.

10/02/2026

What are you doing November 15, 2026? The only right answer is the Ground Up Seminar!

TBC Ground Up Seminar: Real Estate Investment & Development Fundamentals is hosted by The Builder Coalition and Sponsored by The Center for Inclusive Growth and the New Haven Land Bank offers the fundamental elements of TBC's award-winning, emerging developer accelerator program leaving with core concepts and terms to make a first step in the field, and a clear path to continue learning and growing.

Click the link in our bio to get your tickets TODAY!

10/01/2026

It’s been a busy month here at the Center for Inclusive Growth!

Here’s a little look at what we’ve been up to lately👀 Make sure to come back here to see what else we have in store!

10/01/2026

This one is for the food entrepreneurs🍴 ✨️

On Tuesday, Oct. 6 our friends at CitySeed () and the Hispanic Federation are hosting the Connecticut Food Business Lab at Southern Connecticut State University's School of Business. This FREE, full-day event brings together Connecticut's food business community for hands-on workshops, one-on-one advising, networking, and more.

This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity for any food business owner who is ready to level up and connect with fellow entrepreneurs.

Here's the details:

📅 Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026
⌚️ 9 AM-6 PM
📍 Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-ct-food-business-lab-tickets-2001262984459?aff=oddtdtcreator

Free to attend. Registration required.

09/29/2026

Interested in bringing clean energy and energy justice to New Haven?

Join us and the Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) and the Yale Center for Environmental Justice for a FREE virtual info session on the Clean and Equitable Energy Development (CEED) Program on Wednesday, Oct. 7 at noon.

Whether you're a local advocate, policymaker, professional, or passionate community member, the CEED program equips you with the tools needed to advance clean energy projects—especially given new funding opportunities through the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF).

What we’ll cover in the webinar:
• How the program is structured
• Curriculum highlights and practical skill-building
• Step-by-step admissions guidance

Important Dates:
• Nov 9, 2026 (11:59 PM ET): Final application deadline (without tuition discount consideration)
• Nov 23, 2026 (approx.): Admissions decisions announced

Don't miss out on learning how you can shape an equitable energy future.

Click here to reserve your spot: https://www.ignewhaven.org/event-details/clean-and-equitable-energy-development-informational-webinar

Join us for this free webinar to learn about the admissions process, program structure, and curriculum.

09/26/2026

The 2nd Annual Inclusive Growth Summit was everything we could've imagined! Here's a little glimpse into the day! 👀

09/24/2026

Many thanks to our partners in inclusive growth at The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven!

"When an entrepreneur succeeds, it is not just an individual achievement. Families gain stability. Workers gain employment. Neighborhoods gain investment. Cities gain vitality. Regions gain resilience. Economic growth that reaches everyone creates stronger civic health, stronger communities, and stronger futures." — The Community Foundation President & CEO Karen DuBois-Walton

DuBois-Walton recently spoke at the Inclusive Growth Summit hosted by The Center for Inclusive Growth. The second annual convening brought together leaders from across New Haven to define and identify strategies for increasing economic participation and opportunities for all residents.

A big thanks to the Center and its partnership on this important work. Find DuBois-Walton's full remarks here: CFGNH.org/InclusiveGrowthSummit2026

09/21/2026

We wanted to take a moment to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us and helped make this year’s Summit such a meaningful and inspiring experience. From our incredible speakers and thought-provoking sessions to the conversations, connections, and ideas shared throughout the day.

Thank you for being in the room, being part of the conversation, and helping us move the work forward. We can’t wait to see you again next year!