The For Change Initiative has been successful getting more minority contractors involved in city contracts, but Lead Bank CEO Josh Rowland thinks the effort is only scratching the surface of its potential.
The program is designed to help disadvantaged businesses gain the financing and surety bonds they need to compete for construction contracts offered by the city of Kansas City. It’s a partnership among Kansas City, which certifies the companies and offers the contracts; Lead Bank, which offers…
The For Change Initiative has been successful getting more minority contractors involved in city contracts, but Lead Bank CEO Josh Rowland thinks the effort is only scratching the surface of its potential.
The program is designed to help disadvantaged businesses gain the financing and surety bonds they need to compete for construction contracts offered by the city of Kansas City. It’s a partnership among Kansas City, which certifies the companies and offers the contracts; Lead Bank, which offers…