Jan 14, 2013
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Bill McMeekin
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Where STEM Jobs Are Taking Root

Technology: Computer workstations in classroom

Communities across the nation are giving increased focus to programs that will deepen the pool of workers with STEM skills and ensure businesses have access to the best and brightest.

Jan 2, 2013
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Emily McMackin
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Creativity, Critical Knowledge Most Valuable Skills for Jobs of Tomorrow, Study Says

Science & Technology: medical research lab tech

What will be the fastest growing jobs in 2013? It will be the jobs that require critical thinking, creativity and cannot be easily automated or programmed for a robot to do.

Dec 5, 2012
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Emily McMackin
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Cutting to the Core: The Economics of Densely Populated Cities

Education: Raleigh NC

Are cities with densely populated cores more progressive than others? Economist and “The Rise of the Creative Class” author Richard Florida thinks so — and here’s why.

Sep 19, 2012
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Emily McMackin
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Talent vs. Trade: Which Matters More for Economic Growth?

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In the debate between trade and talent, which is more vital to economic growth? Here’s what the latest research says.

Aug 15, 2012
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Emily McMackin
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The Creative Connection: How Arts and Culture Drive Entrepreneurship

Amon Carter Museum of American Art

What role does arts and culture play in driving entrepreneurship? A recent study highlights a strong connection between the two.

Jul 9, 2012
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Bill McMeekin
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Richard Florida: Defending ‘Creative Class’

Dallas TX

Author Richard Florida has responded to a magazine piece that takes broad aim at debunking his “Rise of the Creative Class” theories on economic development.

Apr 11, 2012
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What Americans Do: Services Sector Trumps Production as Top Source of Jobs

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Americans used to be known for making products; today they specialize in working with customers. Service-related jobs in education, health and business are quickly overtaking manufacturing as the nation’s top job sector.