Grassroots Leaders for a New Economy
How Civic Entrepreneurs Are Building Prosperous Communities
By: Douglas Henton, John G. Melville, Kimberly Walesh
Hardcover | 11 March 1997 | Edition Number 1
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"This is an excellent resource guide for leaders who are working to prepare their communities for 21st century competitiveness. It is loaded with proven ideas and examples of collaboration which have made a real difference in regions across America." (Lewis E. Platt, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, Hewlett-Packard Company)
"Finally a book that recognizes and illuminates the vital contribution of local leaders -- or civic entrepreneurs -- to economic development. This book is must reading for anyone who cares about creating and sustaining dynamic economic communities in the twenty-first century." (AnnaLee Saxenian, Professor of Regional Planning, University of California at Berkeley)
"Many foundations and nonprofit organizations have begun seriously to turn their attention to the field of regional economic development, on the understanding that a failed economy has broad negative implications for the poor, and for the quality of life for everyone in a community. This book helps us immensely to understand how regional economies can be improved, and where philanthropic support can be directed to help with that effort." (Nick Bollman, Program Officer, The James Irvine Foundation)
"The role of Civic Entrepreneurs is critical in enhancing the economic vitality of our communities. This book is a 'must' for community and business leaders who are concerned about the future of their communities." (Tapan Munroe, Chief Economist, Pacific Gas & Electric Company)
"The handbook for leaders in the 21st century! With insight, inspiration, and tons of examples, the authors show how the best entrepreneurs take care of their own businesses and their communities." (Jessica Lipnack and Jeffrey Stamps, co-authors of VIRTUAL TEAMS and THE AGE OF THE NETWORK)
"For community active boomers, X'ers and echo generations,civic crisis has replaced civic duty as their personal call to action. Closed door decision-making no longer works. They get results from civic entrepreneurship." (Alan Hald, vice chairman, Micro Age Computer)
"The energy for bringing about meaningful change in America lies in the entrepreneurial spirit of our citizens. In my community, we have unlocked this energy and have significantly improved the quality of life in our neighborhoods. This book is required reading for every civic leader." (GlAnda E. Hood, Mayor, City of Orlando)
"Grassroots Leaders puts the focus where it should be today -- on the new breed of civic activists who are renewing our nation community by community." (Chris Gates, President, National Civic League)
ISBN: 9780787908270
ISBN-10: 0787908274
Series: Jossey-Bass Leadership Series
Published: 11th March 1997
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number of Pages: 272
Audience: General Adult
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Country of Publication: US
Edition Number: 1
Dimensions (cm): 23.85 x 16.1 x 2.29
Weight (kg): 0.47
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