When our office received the list of Austin Under Forty finalists we were so proud to see so many Leadership Austin alumni! We are so happy to see that you are in the community, making an impact and being recognized for all your hard work….
By Elizabeth McGuire When Austin changed the format of its city council from an at-large to a geographic system, there were various reactions across the community. Some saw hope for a broader, more-inclusive representation. Others saw the potential for silos and myopic leadership. A group…
By Elizabeth McGuire This month, we are highlighting Leslie Wingo; an alumna who is humble though talented, scientific but personable, who clearly admits she does not have all the answers. Wingo is a business woman and leader who has learned to ask for help and she…
The Essential Class of 2016 spent a recent afternoon discussing Austin’s economy–past, present and future–in a compelling and lively conversation with local legend Pike Powers. As a lawyer/entrepreneur/legislator, Powers used his leadership to put Austin’s technology sector on the map and helped the city grow…
By: Elizabeth McGuire KLRU-TV, Austin’s venerable public television station known for shining a light on new artists and new ideas, has been guided the last 12 years by someone likely to avoid a spotlight cast his way. It’s just not Bill Stotesbery’s style. Originally from…
