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[  LOCAL ECONOMY1 CENTERS ]
Places where new 'local economies' are being born. 
Place(s)2 to incubate3 and showcase4 solutions5 for better6, smarter living7.

1. Local Economy

We use economic principles articulated by Michael Shuman or "Shumanomics" as the basis for local economic development.  We look for the best opportunities at systematically improving quality of life at a manageable geographic scale.

2. Place(s)

Typically Local Economy Centers will be a physical brick-and-mortar presence for education and action around economic localization.

3. Incubate

Supporting the evolution of a feasible idea into a thriving enterprise or project.  

4. Showcase

Highlight, promote and distribute ideas, products and services that support the local economy.

5. Solutions

Practical ideas that contribute to the common good.

6. Better

Understanding that things are always evolving and changing, there are constant opportunities to nudge efforts in a positive direction.

7. Smarter

Applied intelligence and experience with both vision and hindsight for win-win-win outcomes.