Economic Development

How Elizabeth Currid-Halkett Tracks the Creative Economy in America

The creative economy operates its business in a unique way and supporting that and the futures of artists is important for the development of a city.

Cities Team Up To Tackle Urban Challenges With Data

Through the National Neighborhood Indicators Partnership, cities explore how to confront common challenges with data.

Urban Review: Black-White Wealth Gap Myths, Policing Pollution and The Starbucks Problem

This week, a breakdown of the myths behind many of the common explanations and proceed fixes for the black-white wealth gap, a plea for less pollution and more.

The Eight Elements of a Successful Innovation District

With a major renovation in the works, Houston's new innovation district should seek to have these characteristics.

How To Test Your Economic Development Strategy

The truth is that when you lure a business to town, more likely than not you’re renting those jobs.