Grieving

Grieving

The loss of a dear, old friend this past week has drawn me into a period of grieving. Grief is an interesting companion at times like these—uninvited, persistent, and quietly reflective. Yet it also has a way of slowing us down, inviting us to pay attention to what...
AI in Economic Development – Issue 25.0

AI in Economic Development – Issue 25.0

AI for Seniors: A Pilot Program In the rush to educate business leaders, government officials, educators, and entrepreneurs about artificial intelligence, one important group is often overlooked: senior citizens. You know the group. We gather at senior centers not...
Every Ending is a Beginning

Every Ending is a Beginning

As 2025 comes to a close, I find myself holding both gratitude and expectation—reflecting on the year’s challenges and opportunities while looking ahead to 2026 and all its promise. For me, 2025 was largely a learning year—especially in the fast-moving world of AI. I...
AI in Economic Development – Issue 25.0

AI in Economic Development – Issue 24.0

Gemini 3 vs. ChatGPT 5 (GPT-5.2): Two “Frontier” Models, Two Different Operating Philosophies If you are evaluating AI for real work—research, analysis, writing, deal support, code, marketing, or internal operations—the most useful question is not “Which model is...
November Blues

November Blues

The November Blues arrive quietly each year, carried in on the gray overcast skies that settle over us at 42° north. As the sun retreats and the days shorten, I’m reminded once again of the cyclical nature of life—light giving way to darkness and then, slowly,...