I’ve written often about the New Media Journalism Initiative’s involvement in helping to incubate the Block by Block network of independent community news publishers. Most recently, I’ve shared my thoughts about the Block by Block Community News Summit, the gathering … Continue reading
By: Melissa Thompson, The Patterson Foundation Strategic Communications Partner I have a confession… I make mistakes. Actually, we all do. I don’t have to tell you that it’s human nature to do so, nor do you need … Continue reading
By: Rusty Coats, The Patterson Foundation Technology Partner As the son of a Chevrolet dealer, I grew up in the service bay, learning about cars – and life – from men covered in grease. While the men on the sales … Continue reading
Last week, I had the opportunity to brief some of Sarasota’s journalism thought-leaders on the work of The Patterson Foundation’s New Media Journalism Initiative. Sarasota is blessed with a strong local media ecology, with smart leaders focused on journalism’s role … Continue reading
I was discussing my recent blog post about the need for networks and safety nets with Patterson’s President and CEO Debra Jacobs last week. We were saying that we all need connection, no matter how brilliant we believe our idea … Continue reading
When the announcer broke into the program we were listening to and said there were reports a congresswoman had been shot in Tucson, my daughter asked me if this meant I was going to work. She caught herself almost right … Continue reading
So what did you do on your summer vacation? I’ve spent mine working on an idea that has excited me, challenged me, frustrated me and given me hope that we can find new ways to create momentum for innovation in … Continue reading