Who Will Be the Hero That Saves the SS United States?
{4:45 minutes to read} The SS United States, a majestic and historic vessel, carried presidents and heads of state during her active duty. At over 1,000 feet long, she is longer than the Intrepid aircraft carrier and set the speed record, called the Blue Riband, between the United States and Europe in 1952. She was […]
What Is the Hottest Trend in Developing Urban Lifestyle Hubs?
{3:10 minutes to read} Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is the blending of a residential and/or commercial area designed to maximize access to public transportation, essentially a self-contained lifestyle center. These communities frequently include elements and features such as restaurants, shopping, apartments, and offices, which enhance and encourage that mode of transportation. TODs are typically located within one-quarter […]
Craft Brewing: How to “Hop” into This Cool Business
{4:00 minutes to read} Back in April 2014, I was introduced to a group of guys whom I call “The Beer Boys.” They come from different backgrounds: two are restaurateurs, one is in construction, and the other is a brewmaster. These men now want to start their own craft brewery in Warwick, New York, in […]
What is the 2nd Century Master Development Plan?
{3:48 minutes to read} Historic Union Station in Washington, D.C., which opened in 1908, is a classic Beaux-Arts building designed by famed architect Daniel Burnham. Since the peak of its demand during the mid-20th century, the station has undergone significant restoration, transforming it into the commercial success it is today.
Roads vs. Rails: Which is the better investment?
{3:50 minutes to read} Across the country, many states are facing an epidemic: the basic infrastructure is aging rapidly. Bridges, highways, and railroads often need to be replaced or undergo major repairs. This challenge is here to stay until it’s resolved across the country. It’s a hot topic for debate, especially in large metropolitan areas.
What Can We Learn about Updating Infrastructure from the Nutmeg State?
{3:45 minutes to read} One of the key obstacles Connecticut faces is that its economy has been growing very slowly over the past decade. Furthermore, corporations, business owners, and entrepreneurs feel it is very expensive to maintain their operations here. A number of challenges come with keeping a business in Connecticut including: budget deficits, excess […]
Are You A Force For Positive Change In Your Community?
{Time to read: 4:55 minutes} Today in Connecticut, there are many alternative education options for students who don’t fit the “mold” offered in the traditional school system. For these parents and students, there’s an array of charter schools and unique programs available.
Why Must Business Leaders Often Fail in Order to Succeed?
{Time to read: 4 minutes} Many entrepreneurs and corporate executives are often faced with tough decisions to make, but they don’t always have a team of trusted advisors at their disposal. Vistage International, based out of San Diego, is an organization that brings ‘C level’ executives together for monthly meetings to network with centers of […]
How to keep your organization attractive to younger generations in the 21st century
Today, many Congregations, Synagogues and Mosques are seeing a decline in their membership and active participation. This is mainly due to changing demographics where the core membership is aging and attendance is down. A challenge for any denomination is determining how to attract younger members from Gen X and Gen Y to reinvigorate their community. […]
Are You a Confident Leader?
Leaders must have the confidence to continue growing and learning if they want their team to follow suit. This was just one of the lessons I took away from a leadership development seminar I attended recently called L2 (Learn, Lead). This seminar was sponsored by leadership guru John Maxwell, who has a new book called […]