Introducing Small Firm Diaries USA: A Study Focusing on Small Businesses in Low-Income Communities

Introducing Small Firm Diaries USA: A Study Focusing on Small Businesses in Low-Income Communities

In this webinar, we introduce The Small Firm Diaries USA—a new research initiative examining the daily financial realities, challenges, and resilience strategies of small firm owners and their workers. Through a discussion with expert panelists, we explore how the shifting U.S. business landscape—from policy changes to economic pressures—is affecting the smallest employer firms in low-income areas. Panelists Chi Mac, Executive Director at JPMorgan Chase Institute Amy Hereford, President & CEO, LiftFund Inc. A. Jay Nwachu, President & CEO, Innovation Works Baltimore Moderator Timothy Ogden, Managing Director, Financial Access Initiative