Welcome to the Home of Future Thinking, where micropolitans unite to face the challenges of the future head-on.
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Welcome to the Home of Future Thinking, where micropolitans unite to face the challenges of the future head-on.
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June 19, 2024
How Art Can Revitalize Micropolitans and Spark Economic Growth
<p>What is creative placemaking in micropolitan communities? And how can art and culture transform small towns into vibrant hubs of creativity?</p><p>Investing in arts and creative placemaking is essential for small communities to thrive and connect, and here's the thing - it's possible to turn existing assets into beautiful and valuable spaces. </p><p>On this episode, we learn how to do that, plus how to foster community engagement, economic vitality, and a sense of belonging through diverse forms of artistic expression.</p><p>Joining us today are:</p><ul><li>Susie Surkamer, President & CEO of <a href="https://www.southarts.org/">South Arts</a></li><li><a href="https://adamtrest.com/">Adam Trest</a>, Artist</li><li>David Lewis, <a href="https://arts.ms.gov/">Mississippi Arts Commission</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Today’s episode is hosted by Casey Steinbacher, Founder and CEO of <a href="https://www.findingnext.com/">Finding Next</a>, Ted Abernathy, Founder of <a href="https://www.econleadership.com/">Economic Leadership</a>, and Willie Jones, Senior Program Officer at the <a href="https://www.drfonline.org/">Danville Regional Foundation</a>.</p><p>Home of Future Thinking is produced by <a href="https://www.earfluence.com/">Earfluence</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>For more on the Home of Future Thinking, including information on the 2024 Conference, visit <a href="https://homeoffuturethinking.com/">HomeOfFutureThinking.com</a>.</p><p><br></p>
June 19, 2024
Fort Smith AR: Expanding Educational Opportunities to Meet Workforce Demands
<p>In Fort Smith Arkansas, the <a href="https://www.fortsmithschools.org/peak">PEAK Innovation Center</a> is is a multi-million dollar educational facility designed specifically for career-focused programming, which delivers hands-on, cutting-edge, technical, and career training to high school students in 22 school districts throughout the River Valley region. It's a collaborative project between Fort Smith Public Schools, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Western Arkansas Technical Center (WATC), the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce, and multiple local businesses in Fort Smith, Arkansas. </p><p>So how did it all come about? And what has it meant to Fort Smith's economy?</p><p>Let's find out!</p><p>We're joined by:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-udouj-697a30111/">Gary Udouj</a>, Director of Career Education and District Innovation at Fort Smith Public Schools</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/akbrackin/">Anita Brackin</a>, Vice President of Workforce Development at the <a href="https://www.fortsmithchamber.org/">Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Today’s episode is hosted by Casey Steinbacher, Founder and CEO of <a href="https://www.findingnext.com/">Finding Next</a>, Ted Abernathy, Founder of <a href="https://www.econleadership.com/">Economic Leadership</a>, and Willie Jones, Senior Program Officer at the <a href="https://www.drfonline.org/">Danville Regional Foundation</a>.</p><p>Home of Future Thinking is produced by <a href="https://www.earfluence.com/">Earfluence</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>For more on the Home of Future Thinking, including information on the 2024 Conference, visit <a href="https://homeoffuturethinking.com/">HomeOfFutureThinking.com</a>.</p><p><br></p>
June 19, 2024
How Micropolitans can Attract Businesses and Talent through Compelling Stories
<p>Today we unpack the power of local narratives to attract businesses, talent, and an engaged community. Economic development specialist <a href="https://www.econleadership.com/about-kat-saunders">Kat Saunders</a> joins us to talk community branding, which transcends mere logos and taglines; it hinges on authentic storytelling and the alignment of a community's internal positioning with its external marketplace message.</p><p>There must be close collaboration with economic development and tourism entities to craft impactful campaigns that resonate with various stakeholders.</p><p>So how can we do that?</p><p><br></p><p>Today’s episode is hosted by Casey Steinbacher, Founder and CEO of <a href="https://www.findingnext.com/">Finding Next</a>, Ted Abernathy, Founder of <a href="https://www.econleadership.com/">Economic Leadership</a>, and Willie Jones, Senior Program Officer at the <a href="https://www.drfonline.org/">Danville Regional Foundation</a>.</p><p>Home of Future Thinking is produced by <a href="https://www.earfluence.com/">Earfluence</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>For more on the Home of Future Thinking, including information on the 2024 Conference, visit <a href="https://homeoffuturethinking.com/">HomeOfFutureThinking.com</a>.</p><p><br></p>
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