In this new episode, host David Ponraj is joined by Tina Metzer, Vice-President, National Center for Resource Development and Co-Founder RuralRISE. The two dive into conversation about several topics including: Challenges rural communities face, whether it is entrepreneurship, broadband or managing strict budgets Entrepreneurship programs in local community colleges Navigating the best way to offer resources to communities that face new challenges as they evolve RuralRISE Summit in Emporia, KS and what to expect

About NCRD The National Center for Resource Development (“NCRD”) was created with one simple mission in mind: to help foundations, non-profits and institutions of higher education have a greater impact by more effectively executing their organizational missions.  Learn more about the National Center for Resource Development at: https://www.resourcedev.org/ (https://www.resourcedev.org/)  About RuralRISE RuralRISE is a community of organizations that aims to increase opportunities and prosperity for small and rural communities across the United States. Recognizing that innovation and entrepreneurship are blind to location, RuralRISE seeks to increase the opportunities, increase accessibility, and spotlight innovation, entrepreneurial, and startup activities that work in a rural context. Learn more about RuralRISE at: https://www.ruralrise.org/ (https://www.ruralrise.org/) 

About Our Guest From non-profits to the private sector, Ms. Metzer possesses an array of skills and experiences in project management and ecosystem development. In addition, Ms. Metzer is a self-motivated entrepreneur and works passionately to develop rural opportunities in Appalachia and across the country. Ms. Metzer currently serves as the Vice-President and Co-founder of the National Center for Resource Development, helping mission-driven organizations increase their impact. Ms. Metzer’s primary focus at NCRD is on rural – including identification and development of rural opportunities. Ms. Metzer has managed a variety of initiatives with a focus in Broadband, Entrepreneurship, Agriculture, Environmental Industry and Creative Ecosystem Development across the United States as well as Global entrepreneurship programs.