The Partnership hosted a Building Our Future (BOF) breakfast with guest speaker Lee Fisher, CEO and President, CEOs for Cities on November 27, 2013 Successful start-ups and successful cities have a lot in common. They both provide experiences and cultures that people love, and they have enough capital and talent to bring ideas to life and to sustain them. Lee shared how viewing Halifax as a start-up can shift the way we think about city building.
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Want to change the world?
Start with your city.
Stop waiting for Washington...
THE BIGGEST DRIVER OF GLOBAL ECONOMIC GROWTH?
Cities.
WE HUDDLE.
New Chicagos Each Year
INCUBATORS OF INNOVATION
75% 80% of nation’s GDP of world’s GDP
FOR FIRST TIME SINCE 1920’S, URBAN GROWTH OUTPACING SUBURBAN GROWTH
(27 of top 51 metros)
WANT TO CHANGE YOUR CITY? Start with your Vision of your Future.
“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” WAYNE DYER
"I saw people rewire their brains w ith their thoughts, to cure previously incurable obsessions and traumas."
Norman Doidge
Frontal Lobe is the seat of entrepreneurship.
It allows us to hold a thought like: "I'm going to observe a different outcome. And I'm going to hold on to this observation, independently of the feedback from by body, environment and time."
Oct 4, 2010 IDC Herzliya - Zell Program, Israel Maya Elhalal- Levavi MayaElhalal.com
Tour of 1871
• 1871 is a digital startup center of Chicago
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This week’s class is being held at 1871 in Chicago, a large digital startup center/coworking space that enables people involved in small companies to work together and share ideas in a shared space The main purpose of this week is to give the students direct exposure to the kind of environment where startups work, and where people work with data There will mostly be guest speakers filling this week’s class time We’ll open up with a discussion about the purpose 1871 serves to both the city and the tech community
The halifax explosion
December 6, 1917
The High Jump
1912 Western Roll
1968 Fosbury Flop
1896 Scissors
1936 Straddle
The City as a Startup
We’re adding 1 billion people every 12 years
Think about all the information created from the dawn of civilization up until 2003
Every two days now we create as much information as we did from the dawn of civilization up until 2003” ERIC SCHMIDT EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, GOOGLE
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Last Week
Facebook didn't exist; Twitter was a sound; the cloud was in the sky; 4G was a parking place; LinkedIn was a prison; applications were what you sent to college; and Skype for most people was a typo.” TOM FRIEDMAN AUTHOR, “THAT USED TO BE US”
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JUST SIX YEARS AGO…
“The internet is 20 years old. It seems like just yesterday that I spoke to my family.” ANDY BOROWITZ
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“A website that promises to directly connect residents and city government with the aim of putting words into action.” — The New York Times
42%
JESSICA
We send over 8 billion text
messages per day.
What I want to do, hasn’t been invented yet…” JASON
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2004
Myspace vs. Facebook
Facebook unique vis i tors
Myspace
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
Share the Ohio Story Strengthen our Strengths Cultivate Top Talent Invest in our Regional Assets Focus on our Customers
Ohio, Home of Innovation & Opportunity
hi A St ra t e g ic Pla n
for t h e Ohio Department o f
De v e l opme nt
Execut ive Summary
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Bringing together creative talent from four major corporations – Meijer, Amway, Steelcase, and Wolverine World Wide, Grid70 allows for innovation, ideation, and cross-pollination. GRid70 offers the technology and collaboration spaces for the co-work concept in Grand Rapids’ urban core.
“I just learned how to skate where the puck was going, not where it was.” WAYNE GRETSKY
CEOs for CITIES Network for city success. Connect across borders, sectors, and generations. Connect civic CEOs and change makers to each other and to smart ideas and practices.
“Our ability to connect with each other is the defining characteristic of our species… knowledge {is} more valuable than ever and that has increased the value of learning from people in other cities.” ED GLAESER, HARVARD PROFESSOR AND AUTHOR OF TRIUMPH OF THE CITY
Curate Ideas
Connect People
Catalyze Change
CIVIC INNOVATION LAB & NETWORK
Identify and elevate the best
ideas and emerging trends
Orchestrate compelling and
exciting connections within and across cities
Support city transformations
WE CURATE IDEAS.
Trend Spotting Research
City Vitals
Connected City
Innovative City
Talented City
Your Distinctive City
City Success Storytelling
City Clusters
Virtual Networks
Convenings & Events
WE CONNECT PEOPLE.
Success Metrics
Prize Competitions
City Dividends
WE CATALYZE CHANGE.
0 50 100
Connectivity
Wi-Fi ---> Internet
Foreign Travel
International Students
Transit Use
Economic Integration
Community Involvement
Voting
Your City: Connectedness
THE POWER OF HUMILITY
There’s always something more to learn from someone else, somewhere else.
THE POWER OF PROGRESS
“The single most important motivator and catalyst for positive action is making progress and showing forward momentum in meaningful work.” Harvard Professor Teresa Amabile
THE PROGRESS PRINCIPLE
THE POWER OF THE PRIZE
THE POWER OF COLLECTIVE IMPACT
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Sea
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THE POWER OF CLUSTERS
THE POWER OF NETWORKS
Fund for Our Economic Future Northeast Ohio
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Fund for Our Economic Future Formed in 2004 and committed more than $88 million since Committed more than $88 million Added 10,500 jobs -- $333 million in payroll $1.9 billion in investments to the multi-metro region The Fund focuses on three areas: Empowering philanthropy to shape the region’s economic strategies in order to advance growth and opportunity for the people of Northeast Ohio Aligning resources and actions by stakeholders from multiple sectors and at both local and regional levels in order to address key economic priorities Support effective strategies that address the inter-connected priorities of accelerating business growth; developing prepared, resilient talent; and sustaining, connecting and sustaining quality places Partner with private and public sector leaders to align activities in order to increase economic growth and opportunity within NEO Funding members guide their operations – define the work they do and establish strategies to support Voting members contribute at least $100,000 over three years One member, one vote to ensure smaller foundations have a strong voice – regardless of the amount contributed Each voting member serves on the Funders Committee board Meets quarterly to discuss major regional issues, set strategy, review performance and approve major grants Staff at Fund for Our Economic Future Engages members and stakeholders to identify, develop, support and evaluate strategies Oversees research designed to increase our shared understanding of what matters to a region’s economic competitiveness and strategies to advance it Metropolitan Revolution notes the power of clusters and networks: "Too many metropolitan areas are still looking for the next Bill Gates, Michael Dell, or Mark Zuckerberg, the next hero. But there is a growing appreciation of the power of networks." Examples: Vadaxx Energy – takes used plastic, tires, medical devices and transforms into crude oil. The Akron based company, in partnership with Rockwell Automation can produce crude oil for $40 to $50 a barrel. And it’s commercially viable and environmentally friendly. Lessons Learned Advance research to forge consensus about priorities and approaches Research can show the urgency to act around vital issues that were not being addressed collaboratively because they were not clearly quantified Analyzing Data not only drives consensus among institutions but can be an important way to engage the public on important priorities and needs in the region Incentivize collaboration through the promise of outside funding Fund the process of convening multiple institutions to develop proposals for grants Determine opportunities where the region would benefit from multiple organizations collaborating on a single proposal for funding instead of each submitting individual proposals Build a public mandate for change The independence of philanthropic organizations positions them as trusted community leaders who can convene diverse stakeholders around a common agenda Citizen engagement tactics that help form strategy and encourage input on an ongoing basis help form a public mandate for important changes needed to address systemic challenges Attract private sector partners to execute, not just inform, the strategy Business stakeholders informing the strategy is not enough; private sector leaders need to play a central role in the long-term management of the strategy Broad frameworks do not foster long-term commitment; prioritize issues and secure specific commitments to promote a strategy truly owned across sectors Capitalize and shape the work of regional intermediaries Build upon the momentum of existing intermediaries in the region by funding their work but also shaping their strategy to address important social components. Supporting economic intermediaries provides an opportunity to partner with the business sector and deepen collaboration across other aspects of the agenda. Staff the collaborative with core strategic competencies Engage funders beyond financial support; ask them to own key responsibilities for managing the ongoing work. Eliminate administrative burdens and cumbersome decision-making processes so professional staff can focus more time on high-value activities for advancing the mission.
Our member driven research portfolio.
City Vitals.
• Check engine
The Halifax Index
• A gut check on our performance
• Share timely and relevant information in narrative form
• Create a dialogue that allows us to ask the right questions
• Affirm actions and suggest course corrections to our Economic Strategy
Economic Progress
Quality of Life
Economic Growth
Sustainability
People
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Ohio, Home of Innovation & Opportunity
Economic Growth
Scorecard
TBD – To be developed as measures are calibrated USO – Monitored in partnership with the University System of Ohio ODOD – Ohio Department of Development
Goal Measure Baseline Target 2020
Lead Measures
3-year average growth rate compared to six state region
Grow the income of Ohioans. Per Capita Income Growth Rate
91% 125%
Create and retain jobs for Ohioans. Job Growth Rate
80% 125%
Expand productivity through innovation. Gross State Product Per Job Growth Rate
88% 125%
Share the Ohio Story Improve the perception of Ohio.
1. Announced major private investment projects
2. Perception of Ohio among Ohio executives
3. Perception of Ohio among non-Ohio executives and site selection consultants
1 rank
6.5 / 10
6.1 / 10
1 rank
8.0 / 10
7.0 / 10
Strengthen our Strengths Build a more globally competitive economy.
1. Export growth 7.4% 10.0%
2. Targeted industries, percent of Gross State Product TBD TBD
3. Venture capital investment, percent of Midwest 14% 20%
Cultivate Top Talent Grow and attract a highly educated workforce with an entrepreneurial mindset.
1. New Business Formation Index
2. Population growth rate of 25-64 age group
3. Educational attainment, Associates Degree or greater, percent of 25-64 population
3. Development Ready Sites supported by public investment
TBD 10%
3,774 acres
TBD 25%
15,000 acres
Focus on our Customers Develop a more agile and transparent development culture.
1. Customer Experience Survey of Ohio Department of Development clients
2. Speed of customer responses
3. Professional Certifications by ODOD University
TBD
Identify Industry Standard
TBD
TBD
Continuous Improvement
TBD
Voting Community Involvement Economic Integration Transit Use Walkability International Students Foreign Travel Internet Connectivity
City Vitals:
DISTANCE IS DEAD?
PROBLEM
82
Google
There are some corporate campuses that you never have to leave—with dining options, outdoor recreation, gardens, even your dog. But how do the people there interact with the community around them?
Las Vegas City Hall
DOWNTOWN PROJECT A $350 Million Investment
$ 50M Small Businesses $ 50M Tech Startups $ 50M Education, Arts, Culture $200M Residential & Real Estate
15 U.S. Cities’ Emerging Downtowns
Denver, Colorado El Paso, Texas Des Moines, Iowa Detroit, Michigan Louisville, Kentucky Milwaukee, Wisconsin Cincinnati, Ohio Birmingham, Alabama
Grand Rapids, Michigan Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Memphis, Tennessee Atlanta, Georgia Cleveland, Ohio Los Angeles, California New York, New York
The two main commercial districts in Cleveland (downtown and University Circle) have been connected by the $200 million Euclid Corridor Transportation Project. Initially, the project struggled to gain support due to concerns that the developments would only perpetuate problems. However, the HealthLine, a rapid transit bus route, has been a positive force in transit-oriented development in Cleveland. While the project is focused on Euclid Avenue, it has benefitted a much larger sector of Cleveland. This article by the Urban Land Institute gives more details about the project. ALSO TROLLIES
E. 4TH STREET: A RETAIL & DINING HUB
FLATS EAST BANK REDEVELOPMENT
Over-the-Rhine District Improvement Cincinnati, OH
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Over-the-Rhine has the country’s largest intact collection of 19th-century Italianate architecture (nearly a thousand properties), is home to the wonderful, baroque Cincinnati Music Hall, hosts the thriving Findlay Market (Ohio’s oldest), and is within easy walking distance of downtown. It is also getting a new streetcar. It is now revitalizing fast, in no small measure due to the ambition of the Central City Cincinnati Development Corporation (or 3CDC), a nonprofit that has acquired abandoned properties and has been leading their rehabilitation. The entire, 362-acre neighborhood is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Used to be a very crime-riddled neighborhood. This improvement is doing great things. "
Oklahoma River Before: Occasionally had to mow
Oklahoma River Today: U.S. Olympic Training Site
Bricktown Canal Before: California Street
Bricktown Canal Today: Same “Street”
Wynwood Arts District A Case Study
Patents Venture Capital Self-employment Small Businesses
City Vitals:
OHIO HUBS OF
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JumpStart Cleveland
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JumpStart has created and retained over 1,500 jobs $220 million in economic benefits
Bringing together creative talent from four major corporations – Meijer, Amway, Steelcase, and Wolverine World Wide, Grid70 allows for innovation, ideation, and cross-pollination. GRid70 offers the technology and collaboration spaces for the co-work concept in Grand Rapids’ urban core.
Mass Challenge Boston, MA
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Mission is to "catalyze a startup renaissance." Primary activities include running an annual global accelerator program and startup competition, documenting and organizing key resources, and organizing training and networking events. In the 12 months after MassChallenge, the 111 startups from 2010 have raised over $100M in capital and created 500+ new jobs.
Other examples:
RALEIGH RESEARCH TRIANGLE BOSTON’S INNOVATION DISTRICT
Office of New Urban Mechanics Philadelphia, PA
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The new agency -- which Mayor Michael Nutter launched Oct. 1 at the Code for America Summit -- is intended to serve as a hub of innovation that connects government with the public and initiate projects that solve civic problems. “New Urban Mechanics will have the flexibility to experiment, the ability to re-invent public-private partnerships and the strategic vision to create real change for Philadelphia. I am excited to establish the Office of New Urban Mechanics as a civic innovation tool for urban transformation.”
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SeeClickFix-allows citizens to feel a part of and empowered by their neighborhood, while giving local governments opportunity to be useful and help; gives citizens ability to report on local issues w/out any setup time or hiring of consultants N
College Attainment Creative Professionals Young and Restless Traded Sector Talent International Talent
City Vitals:
THE GREAT DIVERGENCE
Dalhousie University
Global Cleveland Cleveland, OH
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"An organization focused on regional economic development through actively attracting newcomers, welcoming and connecting them both economically and socially to the many opportunities throughout Greater Cleveland. Provides a personal point of contact for all newcomers, both domestic and international, to help them establish greater organizational and individual connection within the Greater Cleveland community. Goal is to help replenish Cleveland’s shrinking population by attracting100,000 newcomers to Northeast Ohio in the next 10 years. In 2011 facilitated a community summit where nearly 300 civic, business and cultural leaders participated in a day-long event to brainstorm ideas for talent retention and attraction, filling open jobs in targeted industries and proactively creating a more welcoming environment for newcomers. In October launched a six-month pilot program, which enrolled 21 immigrants with healthcare credentials, degrees or certificates from their native countries, offers participants who are unemployed or underemployed in the region the opportunity to receive career support services, network with regional healthcare employers and earn basic life support (BLS) training and certification. "
94% More Likely to Live in a Central City
Most Mobile But More Likely to Anchor after 35
U.S. Mobility- 50-year low ‘60’s- 1 / 5 moved homes Today- 1/ 10
Weirdness Index Culture-HDTV Ration Restaurant Variety Internet Search Variety
City Vitals:
Branding your city.
SXSW Austin, TX
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Conferences & Festivals offer the unique convergence of original music, independent films, and emerging technologies. SXSW continues to be the single most profitable event for the City of Austin’s hospitality industry. In 2012, SXSW directly booked nearly 11,000 individual hotel reservations totaling 50,000‐plus room nights—an increase of more than 13 percent over the previous year. The impact of SXSW’s official events totaled $190 million for 2012.
Great Lakes Water Institute Milwaukee, WI
http://www4.uwm.edu/pps/Usaa/ASB/CAMPUS/WATER/
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11-acre "Harbor Campus" of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee home to aquaculture and biotechnology. Collection of 70 scientists, research associates, support staff and students examines ways to use fish instead of mice to test new drugs; sources of contamination in the Great Lakes; the impact of invasive species on lake ecology; and technologies to protect drinking water supplies. The economic implications of the institute's research are obvious.The fresh water cluster, while not an entirely new idea, surfaced as an emerging driver deserving of major attention. We have a head start with the existence of players like the institute, the largest freshwater research center on the Great Lakes.
Simple
Halifax. The H 2 0 city. Home to an Ocean of Opportunity.
THE POWER OF PROGRESS THROUGH DATA
$143 billion $31 billion $31 billion
NATIONAL CITY DIVIDENDS
TALENT DIVIDEND NETWORK ENGAGEMENT PLATFORM
A RISING TIDE LIFTS ALL BOATS
The Green Dividend.
HAPPINESS DIVIDEND DIVIDEND
HEALTH DIVIDEND RESILIENCE
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If our happiness increases productivity and ability to innovate in the workplace, and current research shows that happiness is determined by
HAPPINESS DIVIDEND
Determinants of Happiness:
Action for Happiness, http://www.actionforhappiness.org/about-us
50% GENES AND UPBRINGING
10% INCOME
40% ACTIVITIES AND RELATIONSHIPS
WHAT CAN WE DO TO DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH VIA HAPPINESS?
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If our happiness increases productivity and ability to innovate in the workplace, and current research shows that happiness is determined by
WHAT CAN WE DO TO DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH VIA HEALTH?
The United States is ranked as the 11th healthiest country in the world.
15% Spent on Healthcare
U.S. GDP
INNOVATION DIVIDEND Studies have shown that in many industries, particularly those that are the most progressive and make greatest use of skilled labor, smaller firms tend to be more innovative than their larger counterparts. If self-employment and the number of small businesses is an indicator of entrepreneurship and risk taking in a community,
(Acs & Audretsch, 1987)
WHAT CAN WE DO TO DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH VIA INNOVATION?
SMART DIVIDEND To be successful in the knowledge economy, workers and businesses need both “buzz” (close, intense, local interaction) and pipelines (links to other places in the world with similar kinds of intense local interaction). If information infrastructure paves the way for increased connectivity and flow of ideas,
(Storper and Venables 2003)
WHAT CAN WE DO TO DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH VIA DIGITAL CONNECTION?
IMMIGRATION DIVIDEND
of U.S. population growth can be directly attributed to immigration.
40%
WHAT CAN WE DO TO DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH VIA IMMIGRATION?
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The impact of immigration disproportionately affects the nation’s larger cities. If immigration increases our labor supply and serves as a source of entrepreneurship,
“Our ability to connect with each other is the defining characteristic of our species…” ED GLAESER, HARVARD PROFESSOR TRIUMPH OF THE CITY
“Tear down walls, build bridges, and light fires.” STEVE JOBS
IT IS OUR LIGHT, NOT OUR DARKNESS THAT MOST FRIGHTENS US…. MARIANNE WILLIAMSON