Our Approach
The Clinton Economic Opportunity Initiative (CEO) is applying the Clinton Foundation’s unique business-oriented approach to help people and communities in the United States achieve greater levels of progress and prosperity. CEO focuses on two main areas:
Entrepreneurship Programs
Entrepreneurship is a critical pathway to the middle class for individuals and economic growth for communities. CEO’s entrepreneurship efforts are promoting economic growth in economically distressed and emerging communities. Learn more about CEO’s Entrepreneurship Programs.
Financial Mainstream Program
The path to financial stability and success often starts with responsible personal financial behavior supported by access to basic financial services. CEO is helping families and individuals enter, stay, and succeed in the financial mainstream. Learn more about the Financial Mainstream Program.
CEO also recently launched a new and exciting project in Harlem:
Harlem Zagat Guide
CEO and Zagat Survey partnered to release the first-ever Spotlight on Harlem neighborhood guide. Learn more about the guide.







