America's Promise Alliance Community Convention 2016 Engaging the Business Community The business community can be a powerful partner in community and state efforts to improve outcomes for youth. The value business brings to an initiative can be significant, from key relationships at all levels, to access to resources, to expertise. From small business to Fortune 500 companies, corporations do more than just business in the community—they are community members. See how business engagement and partnerships are working at the local, regional and national level. Created by Nicki Allen, The Ritz-Carlton