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America's Cities Redefining Economic Progress - New Models of Urban Governance

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore how cities in America's heartland are revolutionizing economic progress and urban governance in this 53-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into case studies from Detroit, Fresno, and Memphis as Jennifer Bradley and Rip Rapson discuss innovative collaborations between local governments, philanthropy, and the private sector. Learn about new models of problem-solving, capacity building, and navigating change-related challenges. Discover the importance of adaptability, distributed leadership, and community participation in reshaping urban landscapes. Gain insights into Detroit's transformation, including initiatives like Detroit Homecoming, and understand the evolving role of philanthropy in fostering shared prosperity.

Syllabus

Introduction
A New Model of Problem Solving
Detroit
Fresno Memphis
Mike Duggan Detroit
What are the kind of competencies
Adaptability
Detroit Homecoming
A New Detroit
Distributed Leadership
Participation on the Bingo Card
Philanthropy
Conclusion

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The Aspen Institute

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