Innovative, sustainable business models are more in demand than ever. How best can we create unique and collaborative relationships between not- and for-profit organizations? What can you do as a business and community leader to boost both bottom lines? Justin Evans and Matt Kouri Speakers:…
What is the current landscape around public safety and race relations? The complexities of this intersection have long been grappled with by city leaders, and yet some posit the conversation never makes significant strides toward permanent community action. What innovations are needed to move toward…
It’s Election Day, the polls are still open, and the legislative session is about to begin. What does today’s election and the upcoming legislative session mean for Texas, for Austin, and for you? Paul Burka and Evan Smith Speakers: Paul Burka – Senior Executive Editor,…
The more we strive to keep Austin “Austin,” the more growth we see and the more we change. Is Austin truly “recession proof,” and if so, why? How can we innovate across industries and cultivate the leaders who will take us lucratively into the future?…
As arts organizations across the nation are struggling through tough times, what does Austin’s burgeoning arts scene need to turn the corner? What are the municipal efforts to create an environment that encourages performing and visual arts as a vibrant part of our city? Do…
Home affordability is required for success in all other issues facing the community – from education, to healthcare, to workforce development, to reducing Austin’s energy footprint, and more. What are the plans for creating diverse, affordable homes throughout our community? What are the challenges to…
At the December 2008 Engage breakfast, Dallas Morning News writer Wayne Slater commented that “Texas always does worse under a Democratic president.” Is this proving true? What are we seeing in the gubernatorial race and what do we have to look forward to in November…
Although Texas has fared better than much of the country in the recent economic crisis, what corners do we need to turn to truly be in recovery? What are we doing to ensure the future health of our economy and what are the industries where…