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Chicago is emerging as a civic technology hub. As our city faces greater demand for efficient services, sustainability and economic opportunity for all, technology has the power to more deeply engage our citizens in creating solutions and making the democratic process more inclusive. That is what civic technology is all about. On Big Shoulders, we meet Chicago’s leaders, participants and drivers of this new space.

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S5:E6 BETH BOND, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, GOCIVIC

Beth Bond is the Executive Director at GoCivic Chicago which is an intuitive technology-based platform that provides citizens with an opportunity to further engage in the future of our city. The platform helps individuals identify ways to get involved with various nonprofits and charities, government organizations, committees, neighborhood coalitions, civic/social groups and special projects. GoCivic also helps citizens stay up to date on community news/events, share and comment on Chicago-focused ideas, and collaborate with other socially responsible citizens and peers. PLEASE VISIT https://www.gocivicchicago.org/#!/app/landing Read More

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S1:E5 JESSICA MALKIN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF CHICAGO IDEAS WEEK

Chicago Ideas Week is an annual ideas and innovation platform where global thought leaders gather to discuss new ideas and stimulate new ventures. Chicago Ideas has expanded beyond its original week in October to monthly events. Not only does Chicago Ideas Week bring communities of people together, but they do this all for only $15 per event. Come share your ideas! PLEASE VISIT https://www.chicagoideas.com/ Read More

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S5:E8 HANK OSTHOLTHOFF, CEO AT MABBLY AND CO-AUTHOR OF

Two years ago, an interview with Simon Sinek inspired a journey of discovery, what is the connection between stories and purpose? 500 interviews later, a thesis emerged: “Brand is a Reflection of Culture.” The Science of Story, the book and philosophy, is now available on Amazon. PLEASE VISIT http://amzn.to/2oUslKD https://www.mabbly.com/category/science-of-story/ Read More

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S5:E9 VALERIE GROTH, EXECUTIVE LIFE COACH AND MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER AND WORKSHOP FACILITATOR AT VALERIE GROTH LLC AND FOUNDER OF THE RYAN BANKS ACADEMY

Adam Hecktman interviews Valerie Groth to discuss her role as an Executive Life Coach, Motivational Speaker, and Workshop Facilitator at Valerie Groth LLC and Founder of the Ryan Banks Academy. PLEASE VISIT www.ValerieGroth.com Read More

S1:E7 ERIN SIMPSON, CIVIC TECH FELLOW AT MICROSOFT

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S1:E8 STEPHEN GOLDSMITH, PROFESSOR OF GOVERNMENT AT HARVARD KENNEDY SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT

Stephen Goldsmith has an impressive resume as a Professor of Government at Harvard Kennedy School of Government, Director of Innovations in Government Program, Former Deputy Mayor of New York and two term Mayor of Indianapolis. Stephen's book, "The Responsive City: Engaging Communities Through Data-Smart Governance" discusses the adoption of technology by citizens and government. This must read book has forever changed the relationship between the two entities. PLEASE VISIT http://www.hks.harvard.edu/about/faculty-staff-directory/stephen-goldsmith Read More

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S1:E9 CHRIS WHITAKER, MIDWEST BRIGADE COORDINATOR AT CODE FOR AMERICA

Civic technologist, Chris Whitaker, utilizes his experience and passion in government and community to advance civic technology in Chicago. As the Midwest Brigade Coordinator for Code for America, Chris supports civic hacking events and teaches a weekly Civic Hack class. PLEASE VISIT https://www.codeforamerica.org/ Read More

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S5:E7 MATT STRAUSS, CO-FOUNDER AND CEO, SOLVE

Solve makes it easier for organizations to connect individuals to jobs and social services. Many nonprofits, such as job placement organizations, operate in silos. This limits both the pipeline of clients and the number of opportunities for each client. Solve is a software tool that creates a referral network, empowering organizations and employers to collaborate and share information. This opens up a wider array of opportunities for individuals while helping organizations to make more successful placements and connections. Our easy-to-use platform also streamlines client intake, makes it more convenient to track and manage cases, and provides data analysis to help measure outcomes PLEASE VISIT http://www.solve.is Read More

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S1:E6 DANIEL GOFF, FORMER STATE OF ILLINOIS DCOE

Daniel Goff is wrapping up his time as the Deputy Director for the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, specifically the Office of Trade and Investment. He shares his transition from the private sector into the public sector and how impactful to work in the public sector. PLEASE VISIT http://linkd.in/1KN77Aq Read More

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S1:E7 ERIN SIMPSON, CIVIC TECH FELLOW AT MICROSOFT

A University of Chicago Public Policy Student and Civic Technology Fellow at Microsoft, Erin Simpson discusses the next generation of civic technology in Chicago! PLEASE VISIT http://harris.uchicago.edu/ Read More

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S5:E10 VINESH KANNAN, CEO & CO-FOUNDER, OMNIPOINTMENT

Vinesh Kannan is the CEO & Co-Founder of Omnipointment, which is a software that aids in scheduling team meetings. Omnipointment means omnipotent appointments for your team. Their highly visual schedule merging tool means you can spend less time rounding up your teammates' availability and more time changing the world. PLEASE VISIT http://omnipointment.com Read More

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S6:E1 ERIC VAZQUEZ, CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER – OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK

Eric Vazquez is the Chief Technology Officer at the Office of City Clerk which is responsible for keeping and making official records and legislation accessible to city residents. Clerks also play an important role in the system of checks and balances by offering perspectives, policies, and opinions that are independent from other municipal offices. The Chicago Office of the City Clerk is the most visited office in Chicago government. PLEASE VISIT http://www.chicityclerk.com/ Read More

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S6:E2 MELISSA ANDERSON, PRESIDENT AND COFOUNDER, PUBLIC GOOD SOFTWARE

Melissa Anderson is the President and CoFounder of Public Good Software which is the online network for civic action, empowering people to make a difference on the causes they care about. Its groundbreaking Take Action technology connects people reading the news with things they can do to make a difference on the issues around the world and in their own neighborhoods. PLEASE VISIT https://publicgood.com/ Read More

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S3:E1 SHARON FEIGON, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SHARED USE MOBILITY CENTER

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S7:E5 PARVATHI SANTHOSH-KUMAR, SENIOR DIRECTOR OF IMPACT AT STRIVETOGETHER

S7:E2 JIMMY ODOM, CO-FOUNDER AND CEO, BIT CAPITAL GROUP & DIRECTOR OF INCLUSIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP, CHICAGONEXT

S6:E3 LAUREN WOODS, SERVICE LEARNING COORDINATOR, CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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S5:E6 BETH BOND, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, GOCIVIC

S1:E5 JESSICA MALKIN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF CHICAGO IDEAS WEEK

S5:E8 HANK OSTHOLTHOFF, CEO AT MABBLY AND CO-AUTHOR OF

S5:E9 VALERIE GROTH, EXECUTIVE LIFE COACH AND MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER AND WORKSHOP FACILITATOR AT VALERIE GROTH LLC AND FOUNDER OF THE RYAN BANKS ACADEMY

S1:E8 STEPHEN GOLDSMITH, PROFESSOR OF GOVERNMENT AT HARVARD KENNEDY SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT

S1:E9 CHRIS WHITAKER, MIDWEST BRIGADE COORDINATOR AT CODE FOR AMERICA

S5:E7 MATT STRAUSS, CO-FOUNDER AND CEO, SOLVE

S1:E6 DANIEL GOFF, FORMER STATE OF ILLINOIS DCOE

S1:E7 ERIN SIMPSON, CIVIC TECH FELLOW AT MICROSOFT

S5:E10 VINESH KANNAN, CEO & CO-FOUNDER, OMNIPOINTMENT

S6:E1 ERIC VAZQUEZ, CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER – OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK

S6:E2 MELISSA ANDERSON, PRESIDENT AND COFOUNDER, PUBLIC GOOD SOFTWARE

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