Creating Strong Business Communities with Kevin G. Harbour, Sr.

What does it take to build strong, thriving business communities that create opportunity and economic growth? In this special 1st Saturday BWAARP Edition of Urban Family Focus, guest host LaRita Shelby sits down with Kevin G. Harbour Sr., CEO & President of the BizFed Institute, for an important conversation about leadership, economic development, and collaboration between business and community leaders. With more than 30 years of executive experience—including leadership roles with Verizon and Xerox—Kevin shares valuable insights on how businesses, nonprofits, and public institutions can work together to strengthen local economies, expand workforce opportunities, and create sustainable growth. In this episode, we discuss: • What makes a business community truly strong • The role of leadership in economic development • Public-private partnerships and community impact • Workforce development and preparing the next generation • Why collaboration between business and community leaders matters now more than ever If you care about economic empowerment, business leadership, and building stronger communities, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.   To learn more about Kevin, click here ===> CLICK HERE Whether you're tuning in for insights, solutions, or a dose of motivation, The Urban Family Focus Podcast is your destination for meaningful talk that matters. Subscribe today and be part of the movement to uplift, educate, and transform our future—one conversation at a time. Rev. Jerrold Smith is a Life Coach, Addiction Counselor, and seasoned media professional dedicated to uplifting urban families through faith, wellness, and empowerment. As host of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold brings decades of experience in community leadership, marketing, and ministry to the mic—offering real conversations, expert insight, and inspiring stories that spark meaningful change. His mission is simple: to amplify voices that matter and build stronger, healthier communities—one episode at a time. 🎙️www.UrbanFamilyFocus.com 🎙️https://www.instagram.com/urbanfamfocus/ 🎙️https://www.facebook.com/UrbanFamilyFocus 🎙️https://x.com/UrbanFam_Focus