Community Capitalism
Lessons from Kalamazoo and Beyond
Published on 7. April 2008
Book
Hardback
128 pages
978-1-4343-8173-6 (ISBN)
Description
Community Capitalism is a fascinating book about how Kalamazoo, Michigan has leveraged community resources and spirit to revitalize its economy in the face of the massive forces of globalization. Weaving in compelling stories from around the world, the book outlines a revolutionary new economic development strategy that leaders of all stripes can embrace to re-imagine a better future for their communities and organizations.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Bloomington
United States
Product notice
With printed dust jacket
Illustrations
1
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 157 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
364 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4343-8173-6 (9781434381736)
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Ron Kitchens serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Southwest Michigan First, as well as the Managing Partner of the Southwest Michigan First Life Science Fund. With more than 25 years of experience in economic development, he has been a businessman, city administrator, elected official and staff member to United States Senator John Danforth. Kitchens, who is a graduate of Missouri State University and the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute, is a certified economic developer and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, Fast Company and dozens of other regional and national media.