Another Stellar Midtown Brews on Record
Last Thursday, Hunter Morrison was the featured guest at Midtown Brews. Meet.The.Bloggers has been recording these conversations since October. Each one is unique, special, and insightful into what people are thinking and doing. George Nemeth has posted ten minutes of the video that Mike Gesing recorded at the last Midtown Brews over on Brewed Fresh Daily. Go there, and listen. I was the one who wanted to ask one last question, but George told me I would have to wait until later because we had gone way over our scheduled time with Hunter. Sadly, I felt we had just scratched the surface of the knowledge this man has gained during his years as an urban planner.
Listen and watch the ten minutes of video before reading any further. My question to Hunter was do you think Northeast Ohio leaders listen to you since you have gained new perspective since you have left Cleveland and now plan for Youngstown. He said “absolutely not” They don’t listen any more than they did when I was here.
I applaud Hunter for his candor with us. He said that he was as guilty of the Greater Cleveland arrogance as anyone, but has realized since stepping back and gaining new perspective that it hinders growth for our region. We need to listen to this man who is still learning and growing and passionate about what we are doing here in our region. George intends to have the audio up shortly. Believe me it is worth the time to listen to this conversation with a man that not only has great ideas but is implementing those ideas with a great group of people in the Youngstown area.
By the way, everyone is welcome to these Midtown Brews sessions hosted by Webtego and I-Open the first Thursday of every month. Meet the Bloggers attends each session to record and participate in the dialogue. Bring your favorite six pack of brew, and check it out March 1.