Diversity Drives Small Business Growth in the Rust Belt | Made in America, Season 5, Ep 1
Through Empower by GoDaddy, determined entrepreneurs in Ohio are inspired to tell their unique small business stories of how they bet on themselves and create a better future for themselves and their communities. Brought to you by GoDaddy.
Originally published on GoDaddy Resources
Introducing the premiere of Made in America: Ohio, a YouTube docuseries produced by GoDaddy to shine a spotlight on enterprising entrepreneurs in vibrant American cities. Produced in partnership with GoDaddy’s global social impact program, Empower by GoDaddy, Made in America seeks to inspire entrepreneurs and encourage audiences around the world to support small businesses in their local communities.
As part of the Rust Belt, Ohio was hit hard by economic downturns and the opioid epidemic. From Cleveland to Cincinnati and throughout Appalachia, today, this once-flyover state is experiencing a resurgence of small businesses that help revive their state’s economy and put it on the path to revitalization.
In this episode, we learn how a diverse entrepreneurial economy helps Ohio fuel job growth, fight poverty, build sustainable wealth and lift entire communities. Empower by GoDaddy partners with the Economic & Community Development Institute (ECDI) to provide entrepreneurs in underserved communities throughout Ohio access to capital, support networks, digital platforms and more. They help level the playing field by giving small businesses a digital platform to introduce their products to the world.
With grit and ambition, these Ohioans prove why the path to small business should be available to all.
Witness the premiere of GoDaddy’s Made in America: Ohio series, streaming now on YouTube.
About Made in America
Made in America is a GoDaddy YouTube docuseries made in partnership with our global social impact program, Empower by GoDaddy. As part of our commitment to fostering opportunity for all, Made in America’s purpose is to further GoDaddy’s mission by showcasing the stories of entrepreneurs, intentionally focusing on the disparity in opportunities and access to resources for underserved communities. The fifth season tells the inspiring stories of Ohio entrepreneurs beating the odds. To learn more about Made in America, visit www.GoDaddy.com/made-in-america.
About GoDaddy
GoDaddy helps millions of entrepreneurs globally start, grow, and scale their businesses. People come to GoDaddy to name their idea, build a professional website, attract customers, sell their products and services, and accept payments online and in-person. GoDaddy's easy-to-use tools help microbusiness owners manage everything in one place, and its expert guides are available to provide assistance 24/7. To learn more about the company, visit www.GoDaddy.com
