Lessons Learned from Developing Downtown Detroit

Today, Detroit is on the mend, thanks to large-scale investments from key players like Dan Gilbert, the founder of Quicken Loans and Bedrock.

Read More

Brooklyn’s Lead Developer Shares Lessons on Place Branding

Brooklyn and Harlem have always had great “brand” presence and appeal. We are now capitalizing on it.

Read More

The Magic to Marketing Your City

Place branding is about creating a compelling case for why your location matters.

Read More

How Universities Are Advancing Urban Development

Rather than waiting on top-down changes from the federal or state government, universities and cities can drive their own transformation.

Read More

How Austin Became “The Human Capital”

Establishing an effective city brand — one that is both inclusive and specific — is a difficult task. But if one city has made it look easy, it’s Austin.

Read More