Signs of community development are all around us. From empty warehouses turned into apartments and mixed-use facilities, to craft breweries nestled in trendy neighborhoods, the region’s resurgence still has steam. Now, as private and public funding continue to flow into the area, conversation about Buffalo’s growth and development has morphed into an important discussion about expanding opportunities for a larger portion of the region. Simply put: What will it take to ensure that the area’s revival includes communities that have not been an integral part of community growth and development to date? The Forge on Broadway is planning to begin an expansion this year. In Prospectus 2023, we capture the region’s conversation about expanding opportunities. We asked area business and community leaders to share their views on progress made, opportunities ahead and the steps needed to ensure that more people are part of the community’s growth. Along with shining a light on the necessity and challenge of expanding opportunities, Prospectus spotlights the progress made and opportunities on the horizon in sectors including banking and finance, higher education, real estate and development and health care. Area business and community leaders are embracing the opportunity to innovate for a better tomorrow. […]
From the editor: Shining a light on progress made and expanding opportunity for all
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