How a Streetcar, a Park, and a Crazy Idea Changed a Whole City
What does it really take to turn a struggling downtown into a vibrant, diverse, and connected economic engine? In this episode of The Disruption Lab, we sit down with the leader who helped Kansas City pull off one of the most dramatic urban turnarounds in America. Discover the inside story of how Kansas City’s downtown went from urban blight to boom town—including the pivotal role of the streetcar, public-private partnerships, and a relentless focus on data and community connectivity. We talk candidly about the biggest challenges, the risks that paid off, and why building a truly inclusive…
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