Contact Info
Reno Sparks Local Living Economy
Dave Asher
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Phone: 775-224-2242
Services
- Local Energy
- Local Transportation
- Local Health
- Local Education
- Local Media
- Local Recycling
- Local Banking
- Local Non-Profits
- Local Jobs
- Local Food
Hours of Operation
Always available online with local support.
Our Social Networks/Blogs
News
Reno Sparks Local Living Economy joins BALLE (02/09/10)
The Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE) is North America's fastest growing network of socially responsible businesses, comprised of over 80 community networks with over 21,000 independent business members across the U.S. and Canada.
BALLE brings together independent business leaders, economic development professionals, government officials, social innovators, and community leaders to build local living economies. We provide local, state, national, and international resources to this new model of economic development.
We΄re showing that independent locally owned businesses can go beyond traditional measures of success. We're proving that these businesses are accountable to stakeholders and the environment. We're helping these businesses flourish in their local economies. And we're leveraging the power of local networks to build a web of economies that are community-based, green, and fair - local living economies.
Living Economies start with entrepreneurs coming together to form a local network. The network's main focus might be a single issue, such as independent retail (a Local First campaign) or local food. Or, it might be bigger, such as transforming an entire regional economy. Each network evolves according to the needs, contours, and conditions of the local community with the ultimate goal of building a Living Economy. BALLE meets each network where it is, connects it with other networks, and, if the network chooses, provides opportunities for growth, learning, and greater impact.
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BALLE brings together independent business leaders, economic development professionals, government officials, social innovators, and community leaders to build local living economies. We provide local, state, national, and international resources to this new model of economic development.
We΄re showing that independent locally owned businesses can go beyond traditional measures of success. We're proving that these businesses are accountable to stakeholders and the environment. We're helping these businesses flourish in their local economies. And we're leveraging the power of local networks to build a web of economies that are community-based, green, and fair - local living economies.
Living Economies start with entrepreneurs coming together to form a local network. The network's main focus might be a single issue, such as independent retail (a Local First campaign) or local food. Or, it might be bigger, such as transforming an entire regional economy. Each network evolves according to the needs, contours, and conditions of the local community with the ultimate goal of building a Living Economy. BALLE meets each network where it is, connects it with other networks, and, if the network chooses, provides opportunities for growth, learning, and greater impact.
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About Us
a. Mission
Reno Sparks Local Living Economy (LLE) is an Economic Development Plan designed to create a prosperous, self sustaining local economy in todays climate without the use of tax dollars.
b. Vision
We see a healthy, vibrant and clean Reno Sparks community,where local businesses thrive, jobs are created, and the environment is protected and nurtured.
c. Strategies
Combining the BALLE concept of a local living economy with Membership Managements software and internet optimization program is key to the success of Reno Sparks Local Living Economy.
d. Priorities
Build the data base of locally owned business, then a website to educate the consumer of thinking local first, then a marketing plan to expose the website and this program to the public.
Building Blocks of a Sustainable Community
a. Identify the Building Blocks
Local Energy
Local Transportation
Local Owned Businesses
Local Food/ Farming
Local Banking/Financing
Local Recycling
Local Media
Local Non-Profit groups
Local Art
Local Education
Local Jobs
Local Eco Building and Conservation
Local Health
b. Identify Building Block Team Leaders
By networking throughout the community we have met the most progressive and outspoken leaders in the Reno Sparks area.
c. Role of the team leader
The team leaders will be given the opportunity to promote the area of their passion. We will provide the tools with our Membership Management software to help spread the cause of each local building block. The team leader will combine efforts with other team leaders to create even greater results collectively.
Benefits of creating a Living Local Economy
Expanded Job Creation Create hundreds of new jobs which would decrease the Reno Sparks area unemployment rate.
Economic Growth Generate millions in increased economic activity in Reno Sparks area. Develop greater community awareness and acceptance of sustainable business and consumption practices making local purchasing the norm.
Entrepreneurial Ventures Foster the creation of new sustainable businesses and organizations.
Environment Protected Decrease the footprint on the environment in the Reno Sparks area by raising awareness of sustainable businesses practices.
Enhanced Communities Revitalize and energize the Reno Sparks area communities.
