A civic innovation lab for
economic development
Partnering with municipalities to advance economic development and capital access in local communities
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Our team has expertise supporting municipalities with feasibility studies, programmatic design and delivery, and stakeholder engagement and data tracking related to standardized housing programs.
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We support municipalities in designing and executing Opportunity Zones and place-based capital strategies that move beyond designation toward disciplined implementation.
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We focus on translating innovation strategy into sustainable cluster development, public-private-social partnerships, scalable capital vehicles, and durable institutional infrastructure.
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By aligning spectator sports, innovation sectors, and real estate strategy, we help communities convert cultural and athletic assets into long-term economic opportunities.
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We have worked hand in hand with academia, community benefits organizations, and more to produce research reports, case studies, and ecosystem synopsis to identify key economic development trends.
Client Reviews
“Working with the Blended Impact team was essential in developing a strategy that truly reflected the needs and insights of Fresno’s small business community. Their guidance helped us create a permanent governance model and secure $1 million in funding to continue into phase two of the initiative.”
~Antonio Aguilar
Central/Northern California
Sr. Outreach Manager
Small Business Majority“Blended Impact delivers expert strategic planning… empowering organizations to achieve long-term success through collaborative program design and dynamic execution. In Los Angeles, they led the FUSE innovation lab, launching an inclusive strategy benefiting over 275,000 residents…[they] transform ideas into real, implementable outcomes.”
~Nathaniel Bencivenga
Director of Fellowships
FUSE CorpsMore coming!