Urban Evolution

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Urban Evolution Podcast

A podcast about harnessing creativity and innovation to transform communities. For people who want to learn from the point of view, experiences and observations of others working in economic development and business.The common thread in every installment is that of evolution, which brings a range of voices and expertise to the conversation with perspectives and relevant examples from those who will speak to what it takes and has taken to evolve as a market and community through creativity, innovation and transformation.

  1. 06/05/2021

    The New Office: Working from Anywhere

    COVID-19 has forced technological evolution and adoption at an unanticipated rate. One resulting trend is working from anywhere. At an American Business Journal "Future of Cities" event earlier this year, urban studies expert Richard Florida noted that for the first time, people are asking themselves deep questions about how they want to live and work with the understanding that they have more choices today in how to organize their lives. In this episode, three professionals representing diff...

    36 min

  2. 22/04/2021

    Shrpa: A New Online Source for Travel and Exploration

    A Rochester, Minnesota startup is helping to fill a void in community exploration. Shrpa.com connects travelers with self-guided adventures created by locals. It's a unique online resource that is gaining traction and subscribers. Shrpa.com co-founders Chris Lukenbill and Andy Vig are software developers who met at a co-working space. They both struggled to find a source for new experiences. Not finding a usable platform, they created their own with a long-term vision for Shrpa.com to be the ...

    35 min

  3. 08/04/2021

    Launch Minnesota: A Launching Pad for Startups

    In Minnesota, a new initiative is providing a launching pad for entrepreneurs. Launch Minnesota is a pilot program that is fostering an innovative ecosystem across the state and is helping to get capital in the hands of startups. Over the past two years, Launch Minnesota has provided several millions of dollars in grant funding for early stage startups. The executive director of Launch Minnesota, Neela Mollgaard, has been a leader at the local and state level helping entrepreneurs as they sta...

    25 min

  4. 25/03/2021

    University of Minnesota Rochester: NXT GEN MED - Groundbreaking Innovation in Higher Education

    The vision of the University of Minnesota Rochester is to inspire transformation in higher education. It's a vision that aligns well with a new groundbreaking partnership with two of the world's most recognized brands. Mayo Clinic and Google are partnering with the University of Minnesota Rochester on a pilot program called NXT GEN MED, designed to inform the future of higher education, leveraging machines and humans working together in an optimizing relationship to accelerate learning. This ...

    37 min

  5. 11/03/2021

    The Nordic Shop: Retail Success During a Pandemic

    A Scandinavian retailer in Rochester, Minnesota is proof that you can be successful during a pandemic. The Nordic Shop has seen a nearly 300 percent growth in its online sales in 2020 thanks to a robust digital strategy, a keen understanding of its customer base and a forewarning of the impact of COVID by its European vendors. Louise and Walter Hanson, who own and operate the Nordic Shop and are celebrating 47 years in business and in marriage, share their story.The Nordic Shop: https://www.t...

    44 min

  6. 25/02/2021

    Food as Medicine: A Conversation with Canomiks

    Food as medicine is a popular buzzphrase, but what does it mean? A Rochester, Minnesota startup company is helping to shape and define it. Canomiks is a big data company bringing scientific rigor and a whole new standard to the natural remedies marketplace that doesn't currently exist with an end goal to help consumers make better choices. Co-Founder and CEO of Canomiks, Leena Pradhan-Nabzdyk, shares details about her company and its new, innovative technologies. As someone who has recently m...

    36 min

  7. 11/02/2021

    Pasquale’s Neighborhood Pizzeria: A Slice of Pizza and the American Dream

    As an Italian immigrant growing up in New York, Pasquale Presa and his family moved to America for a better life when he was a young boy. A passion for food led to a successful career in the hospitality industry, and ultimately, ownership in a namesake neighborhood pizzeria in Rochester, Minnesota. His booming business hit the realities of the COVID-19 pandemic, but supply chain issues at local grocery stores created a new opportunity for his business. Pasquale's Neighborhood Pizzeria: https:...

    38 min

  8. 28/01/2021

    The Silicon Valley of Healthcare: A Conversation with Shaye Mandle, President and CEO of Medical Alley

    In Minnesota, there's a fearless sprit when it comes to healthcare innovation. Shaye Mandle is President and CEO of Medical Alley, Minnesota's healthcare association. Medical Alley bills itself as the Silicon Valley of healthcare. In a wide-ranging interview, Shaye explains why Minnesota has been a longtime leader in this ecosystem and where the healthcare industry is pivoting because of the COVID-19 pandemic.Medical Alley: https://medicalalley.org/

    31 min
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A podcast about harnessing creativity and innovation to transform communities. For people who want to learn from the point of view, experiences and observations of others working in economic development and business.The common thread in every installment is that of evolution, which brings a range of voices and expertise to the conversation with perspectives and relevant examples from those who will speak to what it takes and has taken to evolve as a market and community through creativity, innovation and transformation.

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  • Creator
    Unknown
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 Destination Medical Center
  • Show Website
    Urban Evolution

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