New art meets old masters: a conversation with MIA curator Elizabeth Armstrong
Armstrong is operating at the curatorial edge, working with colleagues to help redefine the traditional, “encyclopedic” art museum.
Jon Spayde
Nice Ride’s next roll: a conversation with Anthony Ongaro
A Q&A with the bikeshare initiative’s marketing director tells where the system stands and where it’s headed.
Ivey Awards founder Scott Mayer: Let’s make the most of our theater power
Scott Mayer has also been a key player in establishing the Charlies, the awards that celebrate our rapidly evolving (and nationally recognized) restaurant scene.
Bush Foundation’s Lars Leafblad on leadership: from ‘top down’ to ‘around’
A new ethic of connectivity, consensus and compromise is struggling to be born — and Lars Leafblad has some ideas on how we can all help it happen.
Architect/philanthropist John Larsen talks about going beyond grantmaking
For Larsen, philanthropy needs to explore options beyond writing checks — like new partnerships with government.
Curbly’s Bruno Bornsztein talks about entrepreneurship, persistence and a passion for balance
Bruno Bornsztein, founder of Curbly.com and a handful of other sites, typifies the tech-savvy business guy circa 2012. But his most intriguing characteristic might be the limit he’s put on his ambition.
Chris Coleman’s St. Paul: A city with a scene
St. Paul’s music-loving mayor wants a city with a scene — a dynamic downtown with the special energy that only art and music provide.
Dane Smith and Maureen Ramirez on justice, jobs, and education
The leaders of Growth & Justice see an unbreakable link between economic fairness and economic growth. A major current project is called Smart Investments in Workforce Development.
Jennifer Kane on the hard lessons of social media
Do you have any idea what the Facebook fan page and the Twitter feed really imply for your business? Social-media consultant Jennifer compares it to parenthood.
