817 Podcast - Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show
Do you love Fort Worth and care about what goes on in our amazing city? Well, welcome to the 817 Podcast, a weekly Monday morning show hosted by two Fort Worthians who banter and dissect the biggest stories in local culture, politics, and business. EJ Carrion is a local tech entrepreneur, and Ann Zadeh is a former city council member and the current Director of Community Design Fort Worth.
Ann and EJ will host a diverse guest list of local leaders that drive Fort Worth’s future. We believe Fort Worth can be a nationally known destination for innovation, creativity, and economic opportunity. However, the climate in the city today is polarizing between an evolving community that deals with historic Cowtown roots and a wave of progressive newcomers. What we do today and in the next decade is crucial to the future of the Funk. How we respond to political friction, wealth inequality, and social injustice in our communities can make or break our national reputation.
Join us weekly as we do our part to keep either from happening. Have a story you want us to highlight? DM us @817pod on Instagram or email us at ejspeaks@gmail.com.
817 Podcast - Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show
How Fort Worth is Supporting Small Business Right Now
A few pandemic relief grants are available for small business owners in Tarrant County. Jimmy and EJ share two and give updates on the $200M CDFI loan program.
Jimmy and EJ share three short stories, one big story, and their wins and losses for the city. Enjoy!
CDFI $200M Loan Program:
https://fortworthreport.org/2022/06/29/program-focused-on-fort-worths-entrepreneurs-of-color-lends-millions-with-more-to-come/
Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant Program ($20,000 Max)
https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-announces-texas-travel-industry-recovery-grant-program
Tarrant County Pandemic Recovery Assistance ($27,000 Max)
https://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/county/tarrant-county-recovery-resources-assistance-center--rrac-.html?linklocation=trending&linkname=Pandemic%20Recovery