Access to Capital for Latino-owned Businesses - A Systemic Perspective

Explore the systemic barriers Latino/a entrepreneurs and small business owners face in accessing capital throughout their business lifecycle in this 45-minute conference talk from The Aspen Institute's 2021 Latino Business and Entrepreneurship Summit. Delve into the persistent inequities and discover new policies, programs, and systems being implemented by public and private sectors to address equity capital gaps. Learn from expert speakers including Henry Cisneros, Bruce Katz, and Mark Madrid as they discuss topics such as specialized funds, technology, entrepreneurial training, local funding, community foundations, CDFIs, and inclusive growth. Gain insights into potential solutions like the New Market Tax Credit and understand the paradigm shift needed to create more equitable access to capital for Latino-owned businesses.