Polishing Up the Diamond
How did the Jacobs Foundation help revitalize a neighborhood? By listening to its residents.
Field Report - Articles
Profiles of innovative work (more)
Managing Medusa
A Hong Kong manufacturer brings business practices to social services in Asia.
Creative Space
How MacArthur’s no-strings-attached “genius” grants uncover exceptional people.
Competitive Advantage: A Dance of Relevance
Ballet Memphis leverages its understanding of local culture – Elivs, gospel, rockability, and African-American stories – to compete against touring Broadway blockbusters.
Pumping Prosperity
ApproTEC’s pumps are designed and marketed with an understanding of the culture and psychology of African farmers.
Managing Risk
Nonprofits Insurance Alliance of California is thriving, despite taking on clients that no one else would.
Behind the Glitter
Tiffany and Co. moves to get African “conflict diamonds” out of its stores.
From Roadblocks to Road Rage
Lessons on neighborhood cooperation from a neighborhood torn apart.
Nifty Success
Teaching inner-city kids business skills to build their confidence and aspirations.
Sticking Together
A California mayor’s challenge leads to an innovative resource-pooling strategy.