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Panel
Moving Insights to Action: A Playbook for ESO and Government Collaboration
When
Thursday, October 1, 2026
9:15 AM–10:10 AM
Eastern Time
About this session
Explore how ESOs and local governments can work together to create more entrepreneur-friendly communities. Hear from leaders at Right to Start, the Institute for Justice, and the City of Raleigh as they share how research led to real policy change and how you can apply this playbook in your own community.
Speakers
Catherine Read
Senior Director, Field & Campaign Strategy, Right to Start
Chelsi Bennett
Director, State & Local Government Affairs, Right to Start
Heather McDougall
Strategy & Innovation Officer, City of Raleigh
Zoe Tishaev
Institute for Justice
Sarah Brooks
Director, Business and Financial Services, Virginia Economic Development Partnership