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The city is talking. Are we listening? Insight City provides a space for dialogue with thought leaders, innovators, and community builders from St. Louis and beyond, exploring urban development, innovation, and the keys to creating a thriving urban core. Tune in weekly with your host John Berglund, an architect, developer and author, for insightful conversation at The Post Building in the Downtown North Insight District of St. Louis.
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This week, John Berglund caught up with Dick Fleming, a prominent figure in urban development and economic growth. With over 40 years of experience as a "civic entrepreneur" across multiple major U.S. cities, Dick played a pivotal role in Denver's economic resurgence during the 80s and 90s. He served as the founding CEO of The Downtown Denver Partn…
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This week on Insight City, Brian Monheiser and Anthony Calamito of GEO261 sat down with Frank Romo, CEO and founder of RomoGIS. With a background in urban planning and geospatial technologies, Romo develops applications for cities, non-profits, and research organizations, aiming to empower communities with tools and skills to create positive change…
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This week on Insight City, John Berglund sat down with Zekita Armstrong Asuquo, Chair and CEO of Gateway Global American Youth and Business Alliance Academies, a tech-based workforce development organization focused on training under-resourced high school students for entry-level geospatial careers. They discussed Gateway Global's new Geospatial & …
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This week, we’re bringing in guest host Brian Monheiser of GEO261 to kick off a special Geospatial series of Insight City. Brian’s first guest is Simon Bailey, CEO of T-Kartor USA, a geospatial solutions company based right here in Downtown North St. Louis. Simon has over 25 years of experience in the geospatial industry, having worked with organiz…
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This week, John Berglund caught up with Maxine Clark, the founder and former CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, the retail chain that revolutionized the stuffed animal industry. Currently, she serves as the Chief Inspirator at The Delmar DivINe, a transformative real estate project in St. Louis that fosters collaboration among nonprofits and provides af…
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This week, John Berglund sat down with Arrey Obenson, President and CEO of the International Institute of St. Louis. Originally from Cameroon, Obenson immigrated to the United States nearly two decades ago to attend Washington University School of Law. With extensive experience in community engagement and a passion for social justice, he now leads …
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This week on Insight City Podcast, we check in with Mayor of St. Louis Tishaura O. Jones. Mayor Jones made history as the city's first Black female mayor, having taken office in 2021. Before becoming Mayor, she served as the Treasurer of St. Louis from 2013 to 2021 and was a member of the Missouri House of Representatives from 2009 to 2013. Jones i…
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This week, John Berglund sat down with Margaret McDonald, marketing principal for HOK's St. Louis studio and member of HOK's board of directors. With over 20 years of experience as an interior designer, she is renowned for developing innovative workplace design strategies that enhance performance, health, and wellness, while also excelling in clien…
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For this special 4th of July episode, John Berglund sat down with Betsy Cohen, Executive Director of the St. Louis Mosaic Project, to explore how America's immigrant heritage continues to shape our cities success and discuss the vital role of international talent in strengthening our communities and economy. Betsy Cohen had a long career as Vice Pr…
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John Berglund interviews Brian Monheiser and Anthony Calamito, co-founders of GEO261, a St. Louis-based growth strategy firm with a background in geospatial technology and product-market fit. Monheiser is a USMC veteran with expertise in topographic analysis, systems engineering, and business development, while Calamito is a college-trained geograp…
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John Berglund interviews Gabe Angieri, the executive director of Arch Grants, whose mission is to change the St. Louis economic ecosystem by attracting entrepreneurs to the region with $50,000 non-equity grants. In order to receive a grant, the founders must either be from St. Louis, or move their companies to the region. Since 2012, Arch Grants ha…
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Dennis Lower has been a pioneer in the development of innovation districts nationwide, making significant contributions in Philadelphia, Boston, New Jersey, and most recently St. Louis, where he served as President and CEO of Cortex Innovation Community for a decade. This week, John Berglund and Dennis sat down to discuss what St. Louis needs to do…
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This week, John Berglund interviewed Tosha Downey, Senior Program Officer at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Tosha tells us the story of her upbringing, and what role that had in her pursuit to advance public policy in Tennessee. They also discuss what Memphis and St. Louis can learn from each other, and the role education and early learning p…
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This week, John Berglund sat down with Unitey Kull, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer for the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Unitey started her career in St. Louis at another city staple, the Contemporary Art Museum. SLSO is currently undergoing big changes with the renovations of Powell Hall, the Symphony's home and one of the most historic …
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Join John Berglund on Insight City as he sits down with Kurt Weigle, the Senior Vice President and Chief Downtown Officer at Greater St. Louis, Inc. Kurt has spent his career transforming downtown districts in Detroit, New Orleans, and now St. Louis. With a background in urban planning and development, Kurt has led the revitalization of downtown ar…
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In the premiere episode of Insight City, John Berglund interviews Patricia Hagen, PhD, Executive Director of T-REX Innovation Center, about the organization's origins, the keys to cultivating a thriving innovation community, and how strategic partnerships with the NGA are establishing Downtown North St. Louis as an emerging hub for geospatial start…
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