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Editorial Reviews
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"A seminal work in fleshing out the kind of leadership we need to renew and prepare our communities for the demands of democracy in the coming era. This book is full of concrete and inspiring examples of leadership partnerships, with and without authority, in the service of community. A major contribution." (Dr. Ronald Heifetz, Director, Leadership Education Project, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University)
"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 lea
"A seminal work in fleshing out the kind of leadership we need to renew and prepare our communities for the demands of democracy in the coming era. This book is full of concrete and inspiring examples of leadership partnerships, with and without authority, in the service of community. A major contribution." (Dr. Ronald Heifetz, Director, Leadership Education Project, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University)
"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 lea