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Open-Source Ideation for Economic Development: Rhode Island

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By Scott A. Gibbs and Marcel A. Valois

The Economic Development Foundation of Rhode Island Inc. (EDFRI) is planning the launch of an online crowd-sourcing platform to spark a more inclusive idea-innovation process to advance sustainable economic health in the Ocean State.

Creative Molecular Economy Innovation Model: McAllen, Texas

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By Steve Ahlenius

Communities face numerous challenges when it comes to creating and attracting jobs, producing wealth, and fostering economic opportunity. Too many communities are caught in the trap of focusing on job relocation or industrial recruiting as the cornerstone for economic development.

Building Capacities for Community Transformation: Iowa

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By LaDene Bowen

The Institute for Decision Making (IDM) at the University of Northern Iowa has traditionally been a Midwest leader in community visioning and strategic planning.

Future-Focused Community: Fayette County, Georgia

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By Virginia Gibbs

The Fayette County, Georgia, story started with a simple question that emerged from a chamber board retreat: What must chamber leadership do to ensure that the organization will continue to be relevant for the future?

The Best Predictions of 2011

Drawing from a variety of sources throughout the past year, the editors of THE FUTURIST take a look at some of the best predictions for the world’s future.

Escaping the Filter Bubble

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By Eli Pariser

The board president of MoveOn.org warns that more-personalized Internet searching may have hidden side effects.

Future Prospects for the Smart Era

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By Timothy C. Mack
President, World Future Society

This article was originally published in The Korea Times, page S2, on Thursday May 12, 2011

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