This episode of The City Playbook explores what it takes to build a lasting civic asset, how arts and culture drive economic development, and why alignment between leadership, philanthropy, and business is essential to building a thriving city.
What does it take to turn vision into a thriving cultural institution?
In this episode of The City Playbook, Tim Giuliani, President & CEO of the Orlando Economic Partnership, sits down with Kathy Ramsberger, President & CEO of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
This episode dives deep into:
- The long road from idea to execution
- The role of philanthropy and public-private partnership
- Operating a major arts institution as a high-performing business
- The Dr. Phillips Center’s economic and cultural impact
- What’s next for downtown Orlando and the future of arts, wellness, and community
Whether you’re a policymaker, business leader, student, or resident curious about how cities are built with intention, this episode offers a powerful look at one of Orlando’s most transformational stories.
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