"Community Allies set the standard for neighborhood-based ecosystems development for independent businesses."
– James Johnson-Piett, Principal and CEO, Urbane Development
Read More"Ellen helped to launch the local living economies movement and has been one of its most skillful and energetic leaders since the beginning."
– David Korten, Founder & President, The Living Economies Forum
Read More"Ellen’s thought leadership and practical implementation of the localism movement influenced communities all over the world."
– Elissa Sangalli, CEO, Northern Initiatives
Read More“Community Allies’ small business ecosystem process was insightful and sensitive to local dynamics.”
– Tsedey Betru, Director, Partnership for Southern Equity
Read More“Hundreds of communities and practioners have looked to Ellen to learn her game-changing approach to Localism and local economic development.”
– Sara Dinges, Director, Pittsburgh Strip District Neighbors
Read More"Community Allies' commitment to local economies and equitable opportunity are reflected in their work in communities throughout the country."
– Jamee Haley, Executive Director, Low Country Local First
Read More"Ellen really understands the ecosystem of a neighborhood -- especially what it takes to create a vibrant, memorable place."
– Gina Caruso, Assistant Commissioner, City of Chicago Small Business Center
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