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American Dream Factory (ADF)Rebuilding "Middle America" w/ Walton Family Fellow Ross DevolIn this episode of the American Dream Factory:
Ross Devol of Heartland Forward: https://heartlandforward.org/
Nick Smoot of Aesop Industries: https://www.aesopindustries.com/
Ross Devol is the president and CEO of Heartland Forward, a “think and do” tank based in Bentonville, Ark. Heartland Forward’s goal is to promote regional innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems that foster job creation, wage gains and economic growth for the American Heartland. Its mission through independent, data-driven research, action-oriented convenings, such as the Heartland Summit, and impactful policy recommendations. It works with universities, colleges, the business community, public policy leaders and philanthropy to analyz...
2024-01-2026 min
Meet Us in the MiddleMeet Us in the Middle: A Conversation with Dave Shideler and Justin Burch -- Most Dynamic MicropolitansJoin us for this week's episode as Blake Woolsey has a conversation with Dave Shideler, Chief Research Officer at Heartland Forward, and Justin Burch, National Director of Workforce Development at Rural LISC about the the latest report from Heartland Forward, Most Dynamic Micropolitans.
2022-10-3128 min
Meet Us in the MiddleMeet Us in the Middle: A Conversation with Wendy Guerrero -- Bentonville Film FestivalJoin us for this episode of Meet us in the Middle as Blake Woolsey, chief communications and development officer for Heartland Forward, has a conversation with Wendy Guerrero, president of the Bentonville Film Festival and BFFoundation.
Simply put: The Bentonville Film Festival is a research-based and commercially-focused film festival with the primary mission of championing women and diversity in all aspects of media.
Save the Date for 2023 BFF: BFF is going to be celebrating its ninth annual festival will take place in Bentonville and the Northwest Arkansas region during June 13 – 18, 2023 with on-demand streaming through June 25. This...
2022-10-3132 minMeet Us in the MiddleMeet Us in the Middle: A Conversation with Phil Graves -- Bringing Back the BisonJoin us on this week's episode as we have a conversation with Phil Graves, CEO of Wild Idea Buffalo, about the vision of regenerating the prairie grasslands, while improving our home planet and our food supply, by bringing back the bison.
2022-10-3130 min
Meet Us in the MiddleMeet Us in the Middle: A Conversation with Julie Trivitt -- Scrolling for JobsChanges in technology and communications over the past 20 years have transformed labor markets around the world and made online job searches the norm for most firms and workers in the US. Just look at the growth of LinkedIn, an American business and employment-oriented online service. More than 25% of US adults are LinkedIn users today, according to Pew Research Center. It is a social media platform available in 200 countries, and LinkedIn states that “100 million job applications” are sent each month. Thus, scrolling on-line for a job has become almost expected.
Julie Trivitt, senior economist at Heartland Forward, has done...
2022-10-1218 min
The Broadband BunchBroadband Podcast Angie Cooper, with Heartland Forward at SRC Live!The Broadband Bunch is on the road. Had a great chat with Angie Cooper of Heartland Forward. Heartland Forward is a non-partisan "Think and Do" tank that is focused on improving the economic performance of states in the heart of the country. Click now to listen. Also, be sure to subscribe to the Broadband Bunch on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode!
https://heartlandforward.org
2022-07-1418 min
Meet Us in the MiddleMeet Us in the Middle: A Conversation about Research to Renewal -- Advancing University Tech TransferWho met in the middle for this episode? Maryann Feldman, Ross DeVol and Daniel Goetzel share the stage in this podcast talking about a report Heartland Forward released at the 2022 Heartland Summit called Research to Renewal as well as discussing the National Science Foundation's announcement of a new program called Regional Innovation Engines.
Maryann Feldman is at the School of Public Affairs as the Watts Endowed Professor of Public Affairs at Arizona State University and is also a senior fellow with Heartland Forward. She was the lead author of the report.
Daniel Goetzel was recently announced as the ent...
2022-06-0233 minMeet Us in the MiddleHeartland of Talent: A Conversation with Richard Florida and Ross DeVolWhat a great conversation between Ross DeVol and Richard Florida about Richard's latest report on heartland talent. Specifically, they discuss how heartland metropolitans are changing the map of talent in the U.S. When you listen, you'll hear the friendship and respect between these two gentlemen that spans decades. Enjoy!
About Richard Florida, Senior Fellow, Heartland Forward, and University Professor, University of Toronto
Richard Florida is one of the world’s leading urbanists.
He is a researcher and professor, serving as University Professor at University of Toronto’s School of Cities and Rotman School...
2022-05-0429 minMeet Us in the MiddleMeet Us In the Middle - A Conversation on Innovation and EntrepreneurshipJoin us for today's episode on innovation and entrepreneurship and why it is a key pillar for Heartland Forward.
2022-04-1137 minMeet Us in the MiddleMeet Us In the Middle - A Conversation with Matt WadiakIn this episode of Meet Us in the Middle, Blake Woolsey speaks with Matt Wadiak, Founder and CEO of Cooks Venture.
2022-02-0931 minMeet Us in the MiddleMeet Us in the Middle - A Conversation with Margaret Boyce and Jamey GreshamIn this episode of Meet Us in the Middle, Angie Cooper speaks with Heartland entrepreneurs Margaret Boyce and Jamey Gresham, co-founders of Southern-based handbag brand J. Lowery.
2021-12-2217 minMeet Us in the MiddleMeet Us In the Middle: A Conversation with Andre FowlkesIn this episode of Meet Us in the Middle, Angie Cooper sits down with Andre Fowlkes, President of Memphis-based venture architect firm Start Co.
2021-12-2217 minMeet Us in the MiddleMeet Us In the Middle: A Conversation with Erika LucasOn this episode of Meet Us in the Middle Angie Cooper sits down for an engaging conversation with Founder of Stitchcrew and Vest, Erika Lucas.
2021-12-2216 minMeet Us in the MiddleMeet Us In the Middle: A Conversation with John PalfreyOn this episode of Meet Us In the Middle Angie Cooper sits down for a conversation with John Palfrey, President of the MacArthur Foundation in Chicago.
2021-12-0222 minMeet Us in the MiddleMeet Us in the Middle: A Conversation with Regina CampbellIn this episode of "Meet Us in the Middle" Angie Cooper sits down with Regina Campbell, President and CEO of Build Institute.
2021-10-1925 min
Meet Us in the MiddleMeet Us in the Middle: A Conversation with Gayatri AgnewIn this episode of Meet us in the Middle, Angie Cooper sits down for a conversation with Gayatri Agnew, Senior Director and Head of Accessibility Center of Excellence at Walmart.
2021-10-1327 min
The Penta Podcast ChannelMacrocast: He Said, Xi Said feat. Ross DeVolThis week, Tony, John, and Brendan were joined by special guest Ross DeVol, President & CEO of Heartland Forward, a new "think and do" tank focused on economic renewal in the American Heartland. They discussed the nuances of recent U.S.-China trade talks and how the pressures of globalization and trade are impacting markets and American communities. Ross shared his insights on how entrepreneurship, innovation, and young firms are impacting the Heartland in the changing economy, and the team took a look ahead at next week's economic data.
Learn more about Heartland Forward: https://heartlandforward.org/
2019-11-0839 min