Title: Unlocking Economic Potential in the East Bay: Insights from the Capstone Conversation Podcast Introduction In the latest episode of the Capstone Conversation podcast, host Jared Asch sat down with Dr. Chris Thornberg of Beacon Economics to discuss the economic outlook for the East Bay and identify pathways for rejuvenating its economic landscape. The discussion centered around potential growth opportunities, the significance of housing, and debunking common misconcepti

Welcome to a deep dive into municipal finance, a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of our community's functioning. In a recent episode of the Capstone Conversation, host Jared Asch engaged with attorney Sblend Sblendioro, shedding light on the intricacies of how cities manage their finances, the challenges they face, and what it means for residents and elected officials alike. Here's a breakdown of their enlightening discussion. ### Understanding Municipal Finance Municipal

Title: The Vital Role of Downtown Associations in Economic Development Introduction Welcome to our deep dive into how downtown...

Fremont's Formula for Success: Bridging Economic Growth and Happiness** --- The city of Fremont is on the rise, setting a benchmark for...

Title: Understanding Land Use and Economic Development with Matt Francois --- In our recent Capstone Conversation, we hosted Matt...

Introduction The Bay Area’s housing crisis is a topic of national concern, with its roots deeply embedded in decades of underproduction...

In the latest episode of Capstone Conversation, we had the pleasure of speaking with Shane Silsby, author of "Managing for Meteors," a...

Community Engagement and Environmental Stewardship: Lessons from Alameda In a recent podcast, Mayor Marilyn Ezzie Ashcraft shared...