Keynote Topic:

Cities 3.0: Reflecting, Responding and Redesigning for an Uncertain Future

As we enter a new era in which cities have fewer resources, citizens are uncertain about their future, and people become more “home-oriented,” civic leaders must remember what cities are for, and make smart, contemporary choices to endear them to generations to come.

In this dynamic presentation, audiences will learn about NGC’s extensive research on “Next Cities” - places that have the attributes to become talent magnets - and will help cities gather momentum for “The New Normal.” This presentation addresses three key questions that will determine the future of our cities:

• Why do cities exist? What timeless wisdom can we rely on, in an uncertain future?
• High tech/high touch. What contemporary issues must city leaders address to remain relevant for 21st Century entrepreneurs and business owners?
• For our children and their children. How do we make investments that our future generations will value and enjoy?

Ideal Audiences: Economic Development Meetings, Annual Chamber of Commerce Meetings, Architectural Associations, Young Professionals Organizations.

Themes: New urbanism, green economy, economic development, workforce development

Recommended Resources: Live First, Work Second (softcover) by Rebecca Ryan available at quantity discounts.

Past clients: International Economic Development Council (IEDC), International Downtown Association (IDA)

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