Successful CEO and entrepreneur invites readers to embrace their unique leadership style, create an inclusive culture, clarify professional goals, and maximize their influence.
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Ron is dedicated to empowering leaders to enhance their impact, influence, and overall well-being across their professional and personal lives. He is the senior partner and CEO of Southwest Michigan First, an economic consulting firm that has achieved consistent revenue growth under his leadership. Ron also founded the leadership conference Catalyst University and co-founded NEXT, a symposium for global economic development leaders. His work and teams have been recognized in numerous national and international media outlets, and he is the author of several books, including the bestseller 'Community Capitalism.' Ron shares his insights globally on leadership, team building, and fostering entrepreneurial cultures.


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Focusing on Kalamazoo, Michigan, the book explores how the community has harnessed local resources and spirit to rejuvenate its economy amid globalization challenges. It presents a groundbreaking economic development strategy, enriched with inspiring global stories, encouraging leaders to envision and create a brighter future for their communities and organizations.