In this episode, Neil and Will sit down with President and CEO of Appalachian Community Capital Donna Gambrell.  They discuss, among other things, access to capital in Appalachia and the impact Community Development Finance Organizations (CDFIs) can have on the region.  As part of her organization they also talk about an important initiative, Opportunity Appalachia.  An initiative that is providing needed funds to help attract investment to critical projects in undeserved areas of Appalachia - especially in regards to revitalization of  downtown's and critical impact areas in towns throughout the region.  Take a listen as Ms. Gambrell discusses her expertise and the impact "patient" capital can have on entrepreneurs in the Appalachian entrepreneurial ecosystem.  You might also hear who would win if Neil and Will were to go head-to-head and what they might replace Valentine's Day with.  Also, don't forget the #AppBiz of the week - SoundSpace @ Rabbit's!

Appalachian Community Capital: www.appalachiancommunitycapitalcdfi.org 

Opportunity Appalachia: www.appalachiancommunitycapitalcdfi.org/oa-program/ 

SoundSpace @Rabbit's: www.soundspaceavl.com/ 

National Entrepreneurship Week: www.natleshipweek.org/ 

Invest Appalachia: www.investappalachia.org