Join us for Bridges to Business: Unlocking Opportunities for Returning Citizen Entrepreneurs, an inspiring virtual event in AEO’s Equity and Opportunity for All webinar series. Building on the momentum of AEO’s Endeavor Ready initiative—launched in 2019 to develop real-world solutions for returning citizens pursuing entrepreneurship—this session will examine how business ownership can serve as a transformative pathway to economic mobility and wealth creation. We’ll also address the pressing challenges of capital access and explore strategic avenues of support.

A brief research presentation will shed light on brand-new data and insights about returning citizen entrepreneurs, followed by an engaging panel discussion with experts, advocates, and practitioners. Together, we’ll highlight success stories, unpack innovative models, and showcase the power of community-driven solutions in creating a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Who Should Attend:

Policymakers, advocates, and organizations supporting second chances

Returning citizens seeking information and support in launching or growing a business

Anyone interested in creating an inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem for all

Join us to help create a robust support system for returning citizen entrepreneurs.