# Building Community and Connection in Business with Ruth Ellen Elinski

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Podcast: [The Bliss Business Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bliss-business-podcast-7082902)
Published: 2026-04-28T19:10:39+00:00
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## Resource

Community is often talked about as a value. But for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and local economies, community is a critical driver of resilience, growth, and long-term success. In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we will welcome Ruth Ellen Elinski, Associate State Director of the Arizona SBDC Network , an entrepreneur and leader deeply committed to supporting small business development and community impact. Ruth Ellen has launched multiple businesses, including co-founding PinDrop® Travel Trailers, an award-winning manufacturing company recognized as one of America’s Top 100 Small Businesses by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in 2024. Her work spans entrepreneurship, nonprofit leadership, and statewide economic development, helping communities and business owners access the tools, resources, and connections they need to grow. In Building Community and Connection in Business , we explore: • Why community is essential for small business success • How connection strengthens local economies and entrepreneurs • The role of leadership in building sustainable ecosystems • Lessons from launching and scaling businesses in rural communities • Practical ways organizations can support and empower business owners 🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach and Tullio Siragusa 🎧 Produced by Martha Huerta Strong businesses are built in strong communities.

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