A Playbook for Leading Vermont’s Innovation Economy: South Burlington’s Economic Development Strategy

From developers to entrepreneurs, conservationists to small business owners, one message cut through clearly: South Burlington’s opportunity is real—but it must be made actionable.

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Census Proposal Could Reduce Urban Influence

The proposal to exclude undocumented immigrants from the census could shift political representation and funding away from urban areas.

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A Typology Framework for Mental Health Sustainability Under HB 8

Texas House Bill 8 (HB 8) has created a unique opportunity to make investments in mental health that will improve educational outcomes.

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Centering Autonomous Technology in Southwestern Pennsylvania’s Economic Development

As many U.S. industrial regions work to recover from deindustrialization, many are turning to emerging autonomous technologies as drivers of growth and efficiency.

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A Blueprint to Lead Virginia’s Innovation Economy

Albemarle County is writing the next chapter of Virginia’s innovation economy.

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A Blueprint for Tomorrow: Terrell Economic Development Strategy

Terrell is a city on the rise—defined by momentum, shaped by ambition, and ready to compete for what’s next.

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How Corporate America Learnt Not to Mess with Texas

Texas isn’t just resisting Washington—it’s learning how to rewrite the rules.

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One-on-One with Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham

Mayor Andy Burnham of Greater Manchester shared his experience in transforming the U.K. city’s public transportation, establishing a “sister city partnership” with Austin, TX.

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Texas Legislature May “Financially Handcuff” Cities that Don’t Play by Their Rules

Solving Texas’s biggest housing challenges will require close coordination between state and local leaders—not fights over local control.

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