Chamber Releases 2020 Davis Prosperity Plan
At today’s Annual State of the Chamber luncheon, Chamber CEO Matt Yancey released the 2020 Davis Prosperity…
Monday Morning Thoughts: Where is the Budget Process Headed?
First, the need to clarify something. Last week in my column I noted, “There is talk potentially…
Thanks and Appreciation for this Community of Innovators
By Doby Fleeman We were talking about the upcoming holiday, when the conversation turned to Thanksgiving Dinner….
Davis Startup Culture Gets a Huge Jump Start
If organizers were hoping that their monthly “JumpStart Davis” event billed as a networking opportunity and monthly…
Where to Get Inspiration on Innovation
By Rob White I have been asked several times recently where I get inspiration for my ideas…
Davis Chamber Comes Out in Favor of Peripheral Innovation Parks Planning Process
On Tuesday, the Davis Chamber of Commerce came out with a policy position in support of “the…
A Good Weekend for Innovation, Startups and Economic Development
By Michael Bisch “This means that the city will have to maintain strong fiscal discipline lest the…
Davis Startup Culture is Beginning to Blossom
by Rob White Last week I talked about an article by David Lumb that was on the…
Innovation, Exploration and Startups
By Daniel Parrella and Michael Bisch “During the past three decades, startups in the US have created…
How Startup Cultures Are Formed
By Rob White While reading a recent article by David Lumb on the Fast Company website titled…
Commentary: Stockton Shows That Bankruptcy Is Not the Answer
There have been days where readers in frustration about Davis’ fiscal situation have suggested that Davis simply…
Analysis: The Contrast Between Two Candidates Correcting Mistakes
The smart money in the school board race remains about the same, with most believing that four…
Davis Schools and Private Sector Business Interactions: A Win-Win Scenario
By Bob Poppenga One significant risk for organizations like the DJUSD, which have a history of success…
What is Missing in Downtown Davis?
by Rob White As the City of Davis begins moving forward with its next phase of supporting…
Sustainable Demographics: Challenge and Opportunity for the Davis Economy
By Doby Fleeman I read with interest the recent Davis Enterprise coverage of Assemblywoman Mariko Yamada and…
Innovation Park Forum Part II – Economic Development and Housing
Last Thursday, the Vanguard hosted its Innovation Park Discussion Forum at DMG Mori in Davis. At least…
Davis Innovation Center Application Submitted
While a lot of focus has been placed on the Mace Ranch Innovation Center, much of that…
Vanguard Innovation Park Discussion Part One: Why is This Park Different From All Other Parks?
Last Thursday, the Vanguard hosted its Innovation Park Discussion Forum at DMG Mori in Davis. At least…
Monday Morning Thoughts: What Does Success Look Like In A New Era in Davis?
(This may be a new regular column. My weekend commentaries “My View” and “Sunday Commentary” often wrap…
Discussion: Housing and the Innovation Park
On Thursday evening, the Vanguard hosted a discussion on Innovation Parks, and over the next several days,…
