InBIA’s 2025 e.Builders Forum highlighted the forces shaping today’s entrepreneurial ecosystems. From the role of research universities to shifts in federal funding and community-led development in Atlanta, the event offered key insights on building stronger, more equitable ecosystems locally and nationwide.

Fourth Economy’s new vice president, Bernard Johnson, shares insights on inclusive economic growth, partnership principles, and his vision for the future.

Sally J. Guzik, newly appointed President of Fourth Economy, reflects on the firm’s 15-year journey, leadership transition, and her vision for advancing human-centered, holistic strategies. In this interview, she shares how the team drives impact across housing, health, workforce, and community resilience, while fostering curiosity, endurance, and compassion in every project.