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Downtown Happy Hour

Downtown Happy Hour

By Arnett Muldrow

A weekly discussion about the impact our communities are facing during the quarantine and how they are responding this challenge.
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3DB - A Different Kind Of Storytelling - Jeanette Pierce

Downtown Happy HourJun 23, 2020

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Last Call!! End of Day Three

Last Call!! End of Day Three

That's A Wrap! What an incredible Bender we've all been on these last 3 days. Join Ben Muldrow, Joe Borgstrom, & Jeff Siegler as they close out the final day of 2021's 3 Day Bender and discuss all of the amazing speakers we had the privilege of hearing.

See you next year!!! (and by see, I really hope we actually see each other next year!)

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Downtown Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video, as well as all the other sessions and a very lively community!

Jun 04, 202101:01:07
Developing Developers - Dorian Moore
May 31, 202149:57
The Power of Story - Lindsey Varner & Dennis Miller
May 28, 202156:55
Co-Working Downtown - Lindsey Dotson
May 24, 202158:24
Kids These Days - Jeff Sasche
May 21, 202159:37
Escape! Our Happy Places - Megan Oliver

Escape! Our Happy Places - Megan Oliver

Let's escape to our happy place. How would our cities, towns, and public spaces look if we created them to be happy places—if they took the emotional, psychological, and social needs of communities into account? The spaces that surround us—through their design, programming, and social characteristics—impact our physical and mental well-being. So when mental health—already a rising and leading cause of death and disability—is seen by many as the underlying crisis amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, shouldn't we be doing more to create responsive, livelier, and happier places?

May 17, 202101:00:28
End of Day 2!

End of Day 2!

If you have ears, enjoy adult beverages, and live in a community then do yourself the favor of listening to the wrap-up discussion of Day 2! Join Ben Muldrow, Joe Borgstrom, & Jeff Siegler as they discuss what they learned during the second day of 2021's 3 Day Bender.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Downtown Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video, as well as all the other sessions and a very lively community!

May 14, 202156:34
How Does Your Garden Grow - Freddie Killough
May 10, 202156:03
Taking a Tripp - Tripp Muldrow
May 07, 202158:10
Wayfinding 101 - Shawn Terpack
May 03, 202157:35
Moving Pictures - John Paget

Moving Pictures - John Paget

We will hear from John about how several communities rallied behind telling their stories with film that is truly moving. How did it happen, what to expect, and what does good look like!

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Downtown Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video, as well as all the other sessions and a very lively community!

Apr 30, 202101:00:16
End of Day One

End of Day One

Continuing the longest held tradition of the globally acclaimed and most historic Unconference, our esteemed hosts enjoy a cold beverage and recap the sessions from the day! Join Ben Muldrow, Joe Borgstrom, & Jeff Siegler as they discuss what they learned during the first day of 2021's 3 Day Bender.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Downtown Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video, as well as all the other sessions and a very lively community!

Apr 26, 202157:23
A Whole New Light - Seanette Corkill
Apr 23, 202153:11
Codify Creativity - Jules Bruck, Jennifer Reitz, & Leigh Muldrow
Apr 19, 202101:00:21
Making Land Value Tax Fun - Jamie Izurieta & Juan Fernando
Apr 16, 202154:03
From Vacant To Vibrant - Travis Aldem & Sara Herberger

From Vacant To Vibrant - Travis Aldem & Sara Herberger

The story of the Vogue Theater's transformation from abandoned building to historic downtown movie house.
The Vogue Theatre Project was a complete rehabilitation of the theatre – inside and out – including mechanical and plumbing systems, roofing and a totally renovated interior with two screens. The large “grand theatre” seats 187, while the smaller screen seats 45. The completely rebuilt lobby and lounge area and concession stand emphasize operational efficiency and provide a top-notch experience for film-goers. State-of-the-art digital projection equipment and facilities have been outfitted by industry leader Boston Light & Sound.
Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Apr 12, 202101:00:36
Once Upon A Town - Phil Eich
Apr 09, 202101:00:27
Stand Up, Comedy - Chet Clem
Apr 05, 202152:25
3DB - LAST CALL! - Day 3 Happy Hour

3DB - LAST CALL! - Day 3 Happy Hour

To close out our incredible week, our noble hosts enjoy a cold beverage and recap the sessions from the day and the week overall. They are also joined by a very special guest for a very special announcement! Join Ben Muldrow, Joe Borgstrom, & Jeff Siegler as they discuss what they've learned during the overwhelming event that was the 3 Day Bender.

Please, take some time to give this a listen, visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video, and... Until next time?

Jun 30, 202056:52
3DB - Women Shaping Communities - Jenifer Acosta, Allie Quinlan, and Bernice Radle

3DB - Women Shaping Communities - Jenifer Acosta, Allie Quinlan, and Bernice Radle

Jenifer Acosta, Allie Quinlan, and Bernice Radle will prove to you in an hour flat that true communities need to involve development from diverse points of view. YOU WILL LOVE THIS SESSION.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 24, 202056:09
3DB - A Different Kind Of Storytelling - Jeanette Pierce

3DB - A Different Kind Of Storytelling - Jeanette Pierce

Jeanette Pierce, founder of the Detroit Experience Factory and The City Institute will share lessons learned from Detroit on how immersive storytelling can help attract and retain talent and how you can use virtual experiences to help tell a city’s story even during a pandemic.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 23, 202001:01:46
3DB - Pride In Place

3DB - Pride In Place

Join Jeff Siegler, Jack Storey, and Phil Eich as they discuss how important community pride is in transforming place.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 22, 202056:20
3DB - Getting Creative with Space - Jonathan Berk

3DB - Getting Creative with Space - Jonathan Berk

Jonathan Berk of Patronicity will discuss creative use of the space that we have to develop effective reopening strategies. Join us for a lively discussion and plenty of room for Q&A!

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 19, 202052:43
3DB - What Elected Officials Want You To Understand About Covid - Andrea Barefield

3DB - What Elected Officials Want You To Understand About Covid - Andrea Barefield

Q and A with downtown and tourism expert and Mayor Pro Tem Andrea Barefield, moderated by Sarah O’Brien. These two will dig deep into the relationship betwreen the citizens, the leaderships, and crafting a safe strategy.

Jun 18, 202059:58
3DB - Day 2 Happy Hour

3DB - Day 2 Happy Hour

Once again, our heroic hosts enjoy a cold beverage and recap the sessions from the day! Join Ben Muldrow, Joe Borgstrom, & Jeff Siegler as they discuss what they learned during Day 2 of the 3 Day Bender.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 17, 202001:01:57
3DB - You Down with PPP? Yeah, You Know Me!

3DB - You Down with PPP? Yeah, You Know Me!

Brian Friedman will harness his 20 years of community development experience working in low to moderate income communities and discuss all the in's and out's of the Paycheck Protection Plan, things to understand, things to plan for, and what future rounds might mean.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 16, 202059:21
3DB - Leadership Panel - Liz Parham, Patrick , Mary Helmer
Jun 15, 202058:42
3DB - Reopen Main Street - Jay Schlinsog

3DB - Reopen Main Street - Jay Schlinsog

Jay Schlinsog of Downtown Professionals Network discusses the Reopen Main Street website, concepts & resources, how they were developed, and how Main Streets are helping their districts across America. Hosted by Ben Muldrow.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 10, 202001:00:27
3DB - Strategic Communications - Kirsten Borgstrom

3DB - Strategic Communications - Kirsten Borgstrom

Kirsten Borgstrom of Place + Main Advisors dishes out a delicious dose of knowledge on communicating in hard times, connecting with customers, understanding changing trends and generally being effective at communicating. Hosted by her partner in crime, Joe Borgstrom.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 10, 202058:12
3DB - Day 1 Happy Hour

3DB - Day 1 Happy Hour

Our intrepid hosts enjoy a cold beverage and recap the sessions from the day! Join Ben Muldrow, Joe Borgstrom, & Jeff Siegler as they talk about what they've learned during Day 1 of the 3 Day Bender.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 09, 202001:01:03
3DB - The Future of Retail - Tripp Muldrow

3DB - The Future of Retail - Tripp Muldrow

Tripp Muldrow of Arnett Muldrow & Associates discusses the short term and long term impacts of this global pandemic on both National and Local Retailers & Restauranteurs. This live Q&A session, hosted by Joe Borgstrom of Place + Main Advisors allowed for real time audience interaction.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 08, 202055:51
3DB - Embracing the Unknown - Sarah O’Brien

3DB - Embracing the Unknown - Sarah O’Brien

Sarah O’Brien, Community Whisperer, will make sure everyone will walk away understanding the true challenge facing downtown, small businesses, destinations, and municipalities, strangely enough it remains the same as it was before COVID-19. Hosted by Jeff Siegler from Revitalize or Die.

We are releasing one session per day in audio format so that you can catch up on any you may have missed or listen again to hear new insights. Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full presentation video.

Jun 05, 202054:36
3DB - Practitioners Panel - Josh Adams, Trey Sherwood, & Ben Wiesman

3DB - Practitioners Panel - Josh Adams, Trey Sherwood, & Ben Wiesman

Please listen in as Trey Sherwood, Executive Director of Laramie Main Street Alliance in Wyoming, Josh Adams, Director of Owosso Main Street in Michigan, and Ben Wieseman from Rev Birmingham in Alabama discuss and share what they've learned since the beginning of the quarantine. Moderated by Ben Muldrow.

Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 04, 202047:18
3DB - Design in the Context of COVID - Randy Wilson

3DB - Design in the Context of COVID - Randy Wilson

Randy Wilson, president of Community Design Solutions, shares best practices and facilitate a discussion on how to address COVID-19 and other disasters. Come prepared to learn and participate in this fast-paced, highly visual webinar that can better prepare your community to respond to disaster from a Main Street design perspective. This is an incredible presentation, so it's highly recommended that you head over to the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video. Hosted by Jeff Siegler of Revitalize, or Die.

We will be releasing one session per day in audio format so that you can catch up on any you may have missed or listen again to hear new insights.

Jun 03, 202053:39
3DB - Community Attachment in the Time of COVID and New Opportunities - Katherine Loflin

3DB - Community Attachment in the Time of COVID and New Opportunities - Katherine Loflin

In this session, Katherine Loflin, The City Doctor, Internationally-Recognized and Award-Winning City Consultant and Speaker, discusses the connection between people and place, and how to use that attachment to invite people downtown again. Hosted by Joe Borgstrom of Place + Main Advisors.

We will be releasing one session per day in audio format over the next 3 weeks so that you can catch up on any you may have missed or listen again to hear new insights. Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

Jun 02, 202059:30
3DB - Building Trust through Engagement - Jermaine R. Ruffin

3DB - Building Trust through Engagement - Jermaine R. Ruffin

The first episode of the 3 Day Bender podcast is live and features Jermain R. Ruffin, Host & Owner of The Streets Are Planning Podcast, and Development Director-West Region, City of Detroit. His “Building Trust Through Engagement" presentation and discussion with Ben Muldrow are important topics for everyone to hear, but even more so given the events of this past week. Please, take some time to give this a listen and visit the Down Town Happy Hour Facebook page for the full video.

We will be releasing one session per day in audio format so that you can catch up on any you may have missed or listen again to hear new insights.

Jun 01, 202057:56
Downtown Happy Hour with Phil Eich, Founder of Full Steam Social Media.

Downtown Happy Hour with Phil Eich, Founder of Full Steam Social Media.

Down Town Happy Hour is joined by Phil Eich, Founder of Full Steam Social Media.

Ben Muldrow with Arnett Muldrow & Associates, Joe Borgstrom with Place + Main Advisors, and Jeff Siegler with Revitalize, or Die. spend each Thursday with us and a cold beverage  to talk about how communities are coping with the impact of COVID-19.

Cheers!

May 14, 202001:01:23
Downtown Happy Hour with Ilana Preuss, Founder & CEO of Recast City

Downtown Happy Hour with Ilana Preuss, Founder & CEO of Recast City

Down Town Happy Hour is joined by Ilana Preuss, Founder & CEO of Recast City.

Ben Muldrow with Arnett Muldrow & Associates, Joe Borgstrom with Place + Main Advisors, and Jeff Siegler with Revitalize, or Die. spend each Thursday with us and a cold beverage  to talk about how communities are coping with the impact of COVID-19.

Cheers!

May 07, 202001:01:27
Downtown Happy Hour with Jermaine R. Ruffin, Host & Owner of The Streets Are Planning Podcast

Downtown Happy Hour with Jermaine R. Ruffin, Host & Owner of The Streets Are Planning Podcast

Down Town Happy Hour is joined by Jermain R. Ruffin, Host & Owner of The Streets Are Planning Podcast, and Development Director-West Region, City of Detroit.

Ben Muldrow with Arnett Muldrow & Associates, Joe Borgstrom with Place + Main Advisors, and Jeff Siegler with Revitalize, or Die. spend each Thursday with us and a cold beverage  to talk about how communities are coping with the impact of COVID-19.

Cheers!

Apr 30, 202001:04:30
Downtown Happy Hour with Bernice Radle, CEO & Founder of Buffalove Development

Downtown Happy Hour with Bernice Radle, CEO & Founder of Buffalove Development

Down Town Happy Hour is joined by Bernice Radle with Buffalove Development.

Ben Muldrow with Arnett Muldrow & Associates, Joe Borgstrom with Place + Main Advisors, and Jeff Siegler with Revitalize, or Die. spend each Thursday with us and a cold beverage  to talk about how communities are coping with the impact of COVID-19.

Cheers!

Apr 23, 202001:04:52
Downtown Happy Hour with Andrea Barefield, Mayor Pro Tem at Waco City Council

Downtown Happy Hour with Andrea Barefield, Mayor Pro Tem at Waco City Council

Down Town Happy Hour is please to welcome Andrea Barefield, Mayor Pro Tem at Waco City Council.

Ben Muldrow with Arnett Muldrow & Associates, Joe Borgstrom with Place + Main Advisors, and Jeff Siegler with Revitalize, or Die. spend each Thursday with us and a cold beverage to talk about how communities are coping with the impact of COVID-19.

Cheers!

Apr 16, 202001:04:52
Downtown Happy Hour with Randy Thelen, Vice President of the Downtown Denver Partnership

Downtown Happy Hour with Randy Thelen, Vice President of the Downtown Denver Partnership

Down Town Happy Hour is joined by Randy Thelen, Vice President of the Downtown Denver Partnership.

Ben Muldrow with Arnett Muldrow & Associates, Joe Borgstrom with Place + Main Advisors, and Jeff Siegler with Revitalize, or Die. spend each Thursday with us and a cold beverage  to talk about how communities are coping with the impact of COVID-19.

Cheers!

Apr 09, 202001:03:26
Downtown Happy Hour with Michael Wagler with Main Street Iowa

Downtown Happy Hour with Michael Wagler with Main Street Iowa

Down Town Happy Hour is joined by Michael Wagler with Main Street Iowa.

Ben Muldrow with Arnett Muldrow & Associates, Joe Borgstrom with Place + Main Advisors, and Jeff Siegler with Revitalize, or Die. spend each Thursday with us and a cold beverage  to talk about how communities are coping with the impact of COVID-19.

Cheers!

Apr 02, 202001:02:54