The Bottom-Up Revolution

The Bottom-Up Revolution Is…Helping Incremental Developers Make Better Places Part 2

Sep 19, 2024

Jennifer Krouse, a real estate strategist and CEO of Liberty House Plans, discusses the nuances of urban productivity. She emphasizes the importance of social capital and thoughtful municipal investments for community well-being. The conversation highlights how cities function as interconnected ecosystems, advocating for a shift from mere efficiency to creating meaningful, value-centered outcomes. Krouse also shares insights on local training sessions for advocates aiming to enhance transparency and communication with governments, underscoring the need for sustainable, data-driven practices.

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Jennifer Krouse emphasizes the importance of productivity over efficiency in urban planning to create holistic community value.

Cities should prioritize local investment and entrepreneurship to build a resilient economic foundation for sustainable growth.

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Introduction to the Strong Towns Accelerator Program

The Strong Towns Accelerator Program aims to engage local leaders in a 12-week course designed to explore the ideas presented in the book 'Strongtown's Bottom-Up Revolution to Rebuild American Prosperity.' Participants will have the opportunity to join small, interactive online sessions facilitated by Chuck and his team, allowing for personalized discussions about community challenges and solutions. This initiative emphasizes building relationships and understanding individual community needs, fostering a collaborative environment to help participants create actionable plans. With limited slots available, the program is focused on empowering leaders who are keen on implementing Strong Towns principles in their neighborhoods.

Intro

4min

Redefining Urban Productivity

12min

Understanding Municipal Productivity and Its Impact on Community Well-being

2min

Empowering Advocates Through Local Training Sessions

3min

Data-Driven Community Enhancement

13min

Exploring Greenpoint: Community Roots and Local Flavor

9min

Jennifer Krouse is a real estate strategist and the CEO of Liberty House Plans, an architectural publishing house that provides architectural plans for neighborhood-friendly buildings. Previously, she served as a business advisor to real estate developers and a consultant in the field of municipal productivity. She is a member of the National Town Builders Association and holds a BA from Williams College and an MBA from the Stockholm School of Economics.

Krouse returns in this episode of The Bottom-Up Revolution to dive deeper into what it means for an area to be productive. She and host Tiffany Owens Reed also discuss the importance of social capital and smart municipal investment strategies.

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