March 30, 2021: The Pandemic Economy, From Black Women Entrepreneurs To Theaters & Tourism

By Ryan Warner

March 30, 2021

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48min 50sec

Black women are among the fastest-growing groups of entrepreneurs in the country. Denver-based Sistahbiz Global Network provides coaching and financial help.

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Episode | 48:50

March 30, 2021: The Pandemic Economy, From Black Women Entrepreneurs To Theaters & Tourism

Segment 1 | 20:55
Black Women Entrepreneurs Work To Overcome The Pandemic Economy
Segment 2 | 3:33
A Repertory Theater Works To Avoid A Final Curtain Call During The Pandemic
Segment 3 | 12:03
As Vaccinations Increase & Restrictions Ease, What Is The Outlook For Tourism In Colorado?
Segment 4 | 4:14
About 150 Serbian Families Live In Metro Denver. Many Of Them Gathered To Remember Boulder Shooting Victim Neven Stanisic
Segment 5 | 4:56
Fort Lewis College Shows The Way As Colorado Considers Tuition Change For Native Americans

The discussion about the pandemic's economic impact continues today, with perspectives from Makisha Boothe, founder of Sistahbiz Global Network in Denver, which supports Black women entrepreneurs, and from the owner of the Aurora wellness center, Fit & Nu . Plus, Michael Querio of Rocky Mountain Repertory Theater and state tourism director Cathy Ritter.

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